"Upholding Government and leader standards in public life and faith in our democracy were eroded" says our MP, Damian Hinds, in his resignation letter to Boris Johnson.

He discusses with Alan Cosh what he thought the key issues were a new Prime Minister should address that would benefit his constituents in East Hampshire.

"Upholding Government and leader standards in public life and faith in our democracy were eroded" says our MP, Damian Hinds, in his resignation letter to Boris Johnson.
He discusses with Alan Cosh what he thought the key issues were a new Prime Minister should address that would benefit his constituents in East Hampshire.

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
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Damian Hinds MP on his resignation as Security Minister

Megan Evans, who lives and works in Petersfield, is a fundraiser for DeafBliind UK.

They support people who have degrees of sight and hearing loss, some totally so, and they want people to understand more about it and offer help.

In an uplifting conversation, Megan speaks to Mike Waddington about their work and the15 different ways deafblind people use to communicate. 

Deafblind Awareness Week runs from 22nd to 28th of June and commemorates Helen Keller -  one of the most well-known deafblind people in history, famous for her political activism, and for being the first deafblind person to earn a bachelor of arts degree.

More at Deafblind UK | Supporting Deafblindness in the UK  and 0800 132320 Email  info@deafblind.org.uk

Megan Evans, who lives and works in Petersfield, is a fundraiser for DeafBliind UK.
They support people who have degrees of sight and hearing loss, some totally so, and they want people to understand more about it and offer help.
In an uplifting conversation, Megan speaks to Mike Waddington about their work and the15 different ways deafblind people use to communicate.&nbsp;
Deafblind Awareness Week runs from 22nd to 28th of June and commemorates Helen Keller -&nbsp; one of the most well-known deafblind people in history, famous for her political activism, and for being the first deafblind person to earn a bachelor of arts degree.
More at <a href="https://deafblind.org.uk/">Deafblind UK | Supporting Deafblindness in the UK</a>&nbsp; and <a href="tel:0800 132320">0800 132320</a> Email&nbsp; <a href="mailto:info@deafblind.org.uk">info@deafblind.org.uk</a>

DeafBlind UK looking for Petersfield's help

On Sunday 31 May at 6pm the Reverend Will Hughes and Petersfield Royal British Legion will lead a ceremony outside the church for Commander Jones.

He was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross, for outstanding courage 110 years ago, on that day and at that time.

Chris Paige, Chairman of Petersfield RBL tells Mike Waddington about the importance of remembrance and how the Roya British Legion is the custodian of this ethos.

He also mentions the VE Day Ceremony on 8 May at the War Memorial, the Flag Raising at the Town Hall and VJ Day on 15 August.

Local historian Bill Gosney tells Shine Radio the story of Commander Loftus Jones VC here: Remembering the courage of Petersfield’s Loftus Jones | Petersfield's Shine Radio

On Sunday 31 May at 6pm the Reverend Will Hughes and Petersfield Royal British Legion will lead a&nbsp;ceremony outside the church for Commander Jones.
He was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross, for outstanding courage 110 years ago, on that day and at that time.
Chris Paige, Chairman of Petersfield RBL tells Mike Waddington about the importance of remembrance and how the Roya British Legion is the custodian of this ethos.
He also mentions the VE Day Ceremony on 8 May at the War Memorial, the Flag Raising at the Town Hall and VJ Day on 15 August.
Local historian Bill Gosney tells Shine Radio the story of Commander Loftus Jones VC here: <a href="https://shineradio.uk/2026/04/remembering-the-courage-of-petersfields-loftus-jones/">Remembering the courage of Petersfield&rsquo;s Loftus Jones | Petersfield's Shine Radio</a>

Special service of Commemoration for Commander Loftus Jones VC

This month around the Traders' Table are:
Jeremy Mitchell of Petersfield Museum & Art Gallery
Catherine Murphy from Petersfield Tutors
Andy Jackson of Stellar360 Recruitment

Beth Svarovska explains what's happening at First Friday on 1 May when HR consultant Jackie Hudson talks about changes being brought in by the Employment Rights Act.

The Traders' Table is supported by First Friday, presented by Stephen Martin and produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. This edition was recorded in the Court House at Petersfield Museum.

This month around the Traders' Table are:
<ul>
<li>Jeremy Mitchell of Petersfield Museum &amp; Art Gallery</li>
<li>Catherine Murphy from Petersfield Tutors</li>
<li>Andy Jackson of Stellar360 Recruitment</li>
</ul>
Beth Svarovska explains what's happening at First Friday on 1 May when HR consultant Jackie Hudson talks about changes being brought in by the Employment Rights Act.
The Traders' Table is supported by First Friday, presented by Stephen Martin and produced in Petersfield by Shine Radio. This edition was recorded in the Court House at Petersfield Museum.

Damian Hinds MP on his resignation as Security Minister

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