Will Mr Burnham’s business rates plan work? Thursday, 3 September, 2026 One of Andy Burnham’s first announcements was a 20 percent cut in business rates for pubs. The proposal is welcome. Although many pubs would still be paying more than they were in 2023 and 2024, because it follows substantial increases in recent years, any reduction will be welcomed by a sector under significant pressure. I used to work in the pub trade and know how significant the fixed cost... Articles for the Herald and Post
Local engineering firm with innovative solutions 4th October 2019 Damian visited Conquip Engineering today, and said: "Thank you to Alton-based Conquip Engineering for the chance to learn more about this innovative business... Local News
Visit to Rowledge Primary School 4th October 2019 Damian was delighted to be invited back to Rowledge C of E Primary by Headteacher Sarah Oliver, and to have the opportunity to talk through the school’s well... Local News
The rollout of gigabit broadband 3rd October 2019 Today in Parliament, Damian raised the issue of broadband connections for homes and businesses especially in the more rural parts of East Hampshire. The county... Speeches in Parliament
Policy package good for East Hampshire 3rd October 2019 At the conclusion of the party conference season, Damian has said that the package of measures is a good one for the local area. Among the specifics he... Westminster News
Public Meeting in Petersfield 26th September 2019 Damian held a public meeting in Petersfield tonight and thanked everyone for the good discussion on education, climate change and of course Brexit. There will... Local News
Meeting with M3Enterprise LEP 24th September 2019 Damian had an up-date meeting with Dave Axam and Tracey Tatam from M3 Enterprise this morning, discussing the support for local businesses and economic growth... Local News
Damian re-adopted as Conservative candidate 20th September 2019 Damian was delighted this evening to have been re-adopted as Conservative candidate for East Hampshire in the next election, whenever it comes. Damian said: "It... Local News
Citizens Advice turns 80 20th September 2019 Damian was honoured to join East Hampshire Citizens’ Advice today to celebrate the 80th birthday of Citizens Advice, and was pleased to have the opportunity to... Local News
Give a Day to Policing 16th September 2019 As part of the 'Give a Day to Policing' initiative, Damian spent a shift with the East Hampshire Response & Patrol team this afternoon and evening. This was a... Local News
