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
Statement on the Prime Minister's resignation 28th May 2019 Damian has issued a statement on the Prime Minster's resignation and the EU elections: "Theresa May has shown an incredible commitment to public service and a... Westminster News
Visit to Salvation Army 24th May 2019 Damian was delighted to visit the Petersfield branch of the Salvation Army today for the launch of their Employment Plus, and was interested to hear more about... Local News
Visit to Ditcham Park School 24th May 2019 Damian was delighted to join an assembly at Ditcham Park School today, and to meet the new Head Boy and Head Girl as well as other members of the leadership... Local News
Hampshire Fire and Rescue 11th May 2019 Damian met with Hampshire Chief Fire Officer, Neil Odin, at Bordon Fire Station this week to hear more about the Fire & Rescue Service’s work locally, and their... Local News
The Green Room School 10th May 2019 Damian was invited today to meet staff and students at the Green Room School in Kingsley. Damian said "Thank you, Joe Sparks and the team at the Green Room... Local News
Golfers become Dementia Friends 10th May 2019 Damian was delighted to help run a Dementia Friends information session at Liphook Golf Club tonight, with 47 members signing up to become Dementia Friends... Local News
'Down the Pub' with Petersfield Community Radio 12th April 2019 Damian was delighted to be interviewed today by Tim Concannon on behalf of Petersfield Community Radio, for their 'Down the Pub' series. The interview was done... Local News
Breakfast meeting with local farmers 12th April 2019 As part of on-going engagement with the East Hampshire NFU, Damian was delighted to meet representatives today, including a number of young farmers, for a very... Local News
Statement on Brexit negotiations 7th April 2019 Below is a statement by Damian on the latest position in the Brexit negotiations: "At the start of the withdrawal process, the EU stated that there were two... Westminster News
