Balance is key for future housebuilding targets Thursday, 17 October, 2024 A few weeks’ ago, the consultation on the government’s proposals to reform the National Planning Policy Framework closed. This was a technical consultation that sought views on the government’s plans to restore mandatory housing targets. Under these plans, the government will dictate how many houses each planning authority (in our case, East Hampshire District Council) will be required to build... Articles for the Herald and Post
The realities of being in government 26th September 2024 It remains perplexing that a newly elected Labour government should choose to cut the much-valued winter fuel payment to pensioners, not just taking it from... Articles for the Herald and Post
When it comes to the Conservative record on education, Labour aren’t telling the truth 25th September 2024 The article below, written by Damian, appeared on the Conservative Home website: Like millions of parents across the country my children recently started... Opinions
The government needs to rethink its housing targets 24th September 2024 Damian has responded to the government's consultation on its proposed changes to the national planning framework. Westminster News
Damian Hinds slams hospital delay 24th September 2024 The following statement was issued today: Damian Hinds spoke out today about the government’s plans to put the new hospital for North Hampshire on hold. This... Local News
The sky's the limit for Dummer based telecoms business 20th September 2024 Damian recently met the team from SCG Connected at their offices in Dummer. SCG is a huge employer in Hampshire, providing innovative telecomms services to... Local News
Catching up with the Hampshire ALC 20th September 2024 Damian met with the team from the Hampshire Association of Local Councils (HALC) at Alton Library today - pictured with Damian above are (from left to right)... Local News
A cruel blow for pensioners 19th September 2024 The government’s decision to remove the winter fuel payment from all but the poorest pensioners prompted the first real test that the Prime Minister has had to... Articles for the Herald and Post
Cathedral a fitting backdrop for apprenticeship awards 13th September 2024 Damian recently visited Guildford Cathedral as a guest at the Surrey and Hampshire Apprentice Graduation Ceremony. Organised by the Association of Learning... Local News
FSA changes will help bring an end to banking 'deserts' 12th September 2024 This Friday, Cash Access UK is heading to Bordon to host a community ’drop in’ event about Hampshire’s first ever banking hub. The event’s purpose is to provide... Articles for the Herald and Post