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Government announces new model for councils across Hampshire and the Solent area

The Government has today announced its decision on the future of local councils across Hampshire and the Solent area

Local Government Reorganisation

Your vote, Your County Council – Notices of Election published for 2026

The statutory Notices of Election for the Hampshire County Council elections have been published today (25 March 2026), marking the start of the official timetable ahead of polling day on Thursday 7 May 2026

Hampshire County Council confirms construction to begin this spring on new state-of-the-art recycling facility

Construction is set to begin this spring on Hampshire’s new, state-of-the-art Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Eastleigh - a major milestone that will enable residents to recycle a wider range of household materials at the kerbside in future

Milestone reached for A326 upgrade as Hampshire County Council progresses with submission of funding bid to Government

Hampshire County Council has approved proposals that will be submitted to the Department for Transport for major improvements to the A326, marking a significant milestone for one of south Hampshire’s most important transport projects

First Best Start Family Hub launches in Hampshire

Leigh Park has become the first place in Hampshire to welcome a Best Start Family Hub, a one-stop shop supporting families from pregnancy and early years through to starting school and beyond

New green space in Bordon successfully supports communities and wildlife

Local councillors have visited Hollywater Meadows in Bordon to see for themselves how a transformed green space is supporting local wellbeing while contributing to wider efforts to restore biodiversity

Ramping up long term action for Nature

Hampshire County Council has published its first-ever Biodiversity Report, showcasing the wide range of work underway across the county to protect, restore and enhance the natural environment

County Council secures prosecution of rogue trader caught with illegal and underage-sold e-cigarettes

Hampshire County Council has welcomed the successful prosecution of a rogue trader who has been sentenced for the possession and underage selling of illicit electronic cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, at a business in Aldershot

New funding to help Hampshire households facing hardship

Hampshire County Council has unveiled an initial £850,000 support package to help low-income households during unexpected financial shocks

Hampshire County Council powers ahead with LED streetlighting expansion

Over 26,000 energy-saving LED streetlights will be introduced across Hampshire from next month, helping to cut electricity use, reduce carbon emissions and deliver long-term savings