Long awaited Schools White Paper brings major reforms Thursday, 5 March, 2026 It was a long time in the coming. You might expect a Schools White Paper to be published in the first few months after a change of government; this one has taken a year and a half. Some of what is proposed is sensible. Stating that school Trusts will be at the heart of the system brings some helpful clarity for the sector, although it is at odds somewhat with other government legislation that... Articles for the Herald and Post
Habemus papam! 22nd May 2025 “Habemus papam!” – it is the phrase exclaimed as white smoke is seen above the Sistine Chapel: “we have a new pope!”. The 267th pontiff is the latest in a line... Articles for the Herald and Post
Protecting children in a digital age 15th May 2025 Parents today face an unenviable dilemma: trying to protect their children from the harms of the online world, whilst also wanting them to benefit from tech’s... Articles for the Herald and Post
Housing formula will double East Hampshire’s target but still not deliver homes local people can afford 14th May 2025 Damian released the following media statement today: East Hampshire MP Damian Hinds has again urged the government to rethink its method for calculating housing... Local News
Greater awareness is needed about the digital landline switch over 14th May 2025 During the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) oral questions session today, Damian urged the Minister to take steps to raise awareness of... Westminster News
Eighty years on – honouring the heroes of VE Day 8th May 2025 Today, 8th May, marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. The moment in 1945 when the Second World War in Europe came to an end. Across the... Articles for the Herald and Post
Data (Use and Access Bill) - Damian speaks during the remaining stages 7th May 2025 Damian spoke during the remaining stages of the Data (Use and Access) Bill, specifically on the two amendments he has proposed which are about what the minimum... Speeches in Parliament
Celebrating DofE success in East Hampshire 2nd May 2025 Damian was invited to visit a group of students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh's award at The Petersfield School recently. Commenting during his visit... Local News
Reporting Back - April 2025 1st May 2025 Click here for Damian's latest constituency and Westminster update: Reporting Back newsletter
Chancellor urged to act as childcare sector faces growing financial pressure 1st May 2025 President Trump’s tariffs have added fresh uncertainty to an already fragile UK economy. With government borrowing higher than expected last year, speculation... Articles for the Herald and Post
