Springing into a new financial year Thursday, 18 April, 2024 From this week's Herald and Post... April not only brings with it lighter evenings and (hopefully) some more spring like weather (less rain please!) but it also marks the start of the new financial year. You know a new financial year is coming when you see a lot more ads for ISAs. But it also means the annual uprating in benefits and a number of significant changes from the Budget have come into... Articles
Testing, testing, testing 23rd April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "The Prime Minister’s recent announcement on the universal... Articles
United against a European Super League 19th April 2021 Damian spoke in the House today during the DCMS statement, saying "Parliament was united today in opposition to the European Super League plans. I was pleased... Speeches in Parliament
An extraordinary life and legacy 16th April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "So much has been said in tribute to Prince Philip, from... Articles
Respect, Protect, Enjoy – the renewed Countryside Code 8th April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Petersfield Post and Herald editions: "Getting outside has been such an important part of our... Articles
The first 1001 days and Early Years development 1st April 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald editions and Petersfield Post: "1001 days – that’s the time from conception to a child’s... Articles
Debating issues on online anonymity 30th March 2021 Damian supported the backbench debate on online anonymity last week, and said: "There was a strong feeling from across the House that (a) the benefits of... Westminster News
Closing the digital divide: a legacy of lockdown 26th March 2021 Damian wrote this piece for the Teach First blog, reflecting on the challenges of the digital divide: "There is a spark of potential in everyone. At the heart... Articles
Question Time event hosted by Bohunt and Bedales 25th March 2021 Damian joined fellow panel members and students from the Bohunt Education Trust (BET) and Bedales for a virtual Question and Answer discussion on politics... Local News
Sitting down to be counted 25th March 2021 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "Last Sunday was Census Day, and the 2021 version will be unique... Articles