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Smart salting technology introduced to keep Hampshire’s roads moving this winter

Hampshire County Council’s highways service is introducing smart new auto-salting technology across its gritting fleet this winter, helping to spread salt more precisely and efficiently to improve driver safety, while keeping the county's busiest

Hampshire public health experts help shape Chief Medical Officer report

Public health specialists from Hampshire County Council have contributed to the latest annual report from Professor Chris Whitty, England’s Chief Medical Officer, helping to shine a spotlight on the challenges of deprivation and inequality in

National award recognises Hampshire's pioneering use of AI in social care

The innovative use of AI is freeing up social care staff in Hampshire to work even closer and more meaningfully with adults, children, and families

Hampshire County Council statement regarding Councillor George Madgwick

Hampshire County Council statement regarding Councillor George Madgwick. read ( words). Nov 4 2026. Update 4.11.2026. Hampshire County Council has been informed by Cllr George Madgwick that he has resigned as Leader of the Reform UK Group on

“Don’t face life’s challenges alone” – Hampshire men urged to take one small step for their mental wellbeing this Movember

Men across Hampshire are being encouraged to take positive steps to support their mental wellbeing this November, with Hampshire County Council reminding everyone that support is available and that relatively small actions can have a positive impact

Primary school applications open for September 2027

Parents and carers in Hampshire can now apply for a school place for children starting Reception (Year R), or transferring to Year 3 at a junior school, in September 2027

Protecting what matters to you: Hampshire County Council invites views on options to help balance the budget

Hampshire residents are being invited to share their views on how the County Council can continue to balance its budget in 2027/28 while protecting essential services.

Hampshire County Council sets out scale of future financial challenge

Hampshire County Council has outlined the significant financial challenges it faces over the coming years as it plans ahead for budget setting in February 2027 and beyond

New Bluestar 26 bus connecting Whiteley, North Whiteley, Botley, Hedge End village centre and Southampton off to flying start

A new bus service operated by Bluestar linking Whiteley and Southampton is already proving a success, with passenger numbers growing every week since it launched just two months ago

Hampshire residents face a further wait for Government decision on council reorganisation plans

Residents, businesses and public services across Hampshire and the Solent area face a further wait to learn what local government will look like in the future, following an announcement today by the Government

Local Government Reorganisation