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Farming remains an important part of life here in East Hampshire, both in terms of the local economy but also the contribution to local communities. Damian maintains regular contact with the local NFU team and local farmers to discuss the issues that impact them and the sector more widely.

East Hampshire is a wonderful place to live and visit, with picturesque villages and bustling towns, easy access to vibrant coastal cities and sea-going pursuits, and mile after mile of beautiful countryside.

The Government committed to creating 3 million high quality apprenticeships by 2020, giving thousands of young people a chance to make the most of their talents and gain new skills, whilst working an

I am delighted to be working with the members of Dementia Friendly Petersfield to support the initiative to increase the awareness and understanding of dementia across the town, so those affected feel more supported by the businesses and services they rely on.

 I am passionate about pubs, not least because I used to work in the business. I know that pubs are at the heart of the community, or, as we used to say, "the pub is the hub".

The long-term economic plan A strong economy underpins everything. Without a strong economy we can’t have a strong NHS, or strong defence or ensure the best opportunities for the next generation.

In the surgeries which I have held around East Hampshire, I have heard first-hand the true human cost of problem debt: the stress, relationship breakdowns and the mental health problems that can result.

I am very pleased that the Control of Horses Bill successfully passed through Report Stage in the Commons on Friday 16th January. This Bill addresses the problem of horses being fly-grazed, which I called a debate on in Parliament in November 2013. Fly-grazing puts horse welfare in danger and can pose a risk to the wellbeing of landowners, farmers and the general public.