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
A visit to the King's Arms Youth Centre 23rd March 2018 Damian paid a visit to the King's Arms Youth Centre in Petersfield this morning, and talked with the team about the wide range of support services they offer... Local News
Damian welcomes the Spring Statement 15th March 2018 Damian has welcomed the Spring Statement delivered by The Chancellor of the Exchequer this week, which shows that the economy continues to grow, continues to... Westminster News
Spotlight on apprenticeships and careers 10th March 2018 Damian was delighted to be invited back to Eggar's School this week, taking part in a Question Time-style session with year 7 students. Held as part of their... Local News
Shining a light on apprenticeships 7th March 2018 Damian writes a regular column for the Petersfield Post, and below is the latest one: "One of the great privileges of being Education Secretary is that I’m able... Articles for the Herald and Post
Damian welcomes apprentices from Edward Barnsley Workshop 6th March 2018 On the first day of National Apprenticeship Week, Damian was delighted to welcome staff from the Froxfield-based Edward Barnsley Workshop to his office at the... Westminster News
More people now saving for retirement 22nd February 2018 New figures show that 11,000 more people in East Hampshire are now saving more for their retirement, due to changes made to workplace pensions. Auto-enrolment... Westminster News
Record vacancies offer employment opportunities 22nd February 2018 The latest employment numbers from the Office for National Statistics show that the number of vacancies has reached a record high – 823,000 – offering more... Westminster News
100 years since women gained the right to vote 7th February 2018 Damian writes a regular column in the Petersfield Post, and today's theme is the centenary of women getting the right to vote: "This week marks the 100 year... Articles for the Herald and Post
Vacancy for Administrative Officer 30th January 2018 Job title: Administrative Officer (full-time, 40 hours) Working for: Damian Hinds MP (East Hampshire) Location: London Salary: in line with the IPSA... Local News
