A forum on the future of 16-18 study Thursday, 4 April, 2024 My latest article for the Herald and Post... I recently joined a group of school and college leaders from across Hampshire at Swanmore College at a meeting convened by the County Council and my colleague Flick Drummond, MP for Meon Valley. The subject for discussion was 16-18 education, and the plans for the Advanced British Standard, the new programme of study and qualification at sixth-form... Articles
Visit to the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre 24th March 2023 Went on a fantastic visit to the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Centre in Bordon today to meet Rob Allerston (director) and Eric Clifford (chairman). We discussed... Local News
Helping people return to work - it's key 23rd March 2023 Damian's article for this week's Herald and Petersfield Post... A week ago, the Chancellor announced his spring budget. This ‘budget for growth’ may have... Articles
Get out and about this English Tourism Week 17th March 2023 Damian's article on English Tourism Week for this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: Today sees the start of English Tourism Week. This year’s focus is... Articles
Alton U3A group visit Parliament 16th March 2023 Three groups from Alton U3A visited Westminster this week, and Damian had the opportunity to join one of the groups for an impromptu Q&A. More information on... Westminster News
Question Time at Bohunt 16th March 2023 Damian was delighted to join another fantastic Question Time-style discussion with over 150 students from the Bohunt Educational Trust and Bedales on Friday... Local News
Showcasing local help and support for dementia 9th March 2023 This article was written by Damian and published in this week's Herald and Petersfield Post: "I’m looking forward to visiting the Dementia Festival in... Articles
Response to consultation on National Planning Policy Framework 7th March 2023 Damian has responded to plans to reform national planning policy, a key part of the Government’s house building commitment . Damian cautiously welcomed the... Local News
MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio 7th March 2023 Damian records a regular MP Update for Petersfield's Shine Radio, and below is a link to the latest: https://shineradio.uk/2023/03/damian-hinds-mp-update-for... Local News
East Hampshire students visit Parliament 2nd March 2023 Damian was delighted to see students from Ditcham Park School during their visit to Parliament this week, which included a lively Q&A. The Parliament Education... Westminster News