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Last few days to have your say on proposals to help nature recover across Hampshire

There are just a few days left for the public to have their say on the Draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Hampshire which sets out a series of biodiversity priorities to help reverse nature’s decline

Consultation to be requested on proposed merger of Havant primary and secondary schools

Residents in Havant could be asked for their views on the possible merger of the Federation of Riders Infant and Junior Schools and Park Community School (secondary) in Leigh Park

Hampshire County Council reviews early options for simpler, stronger, secure councils of the future

Hampshire County Council is assessing four potential options for local government across Hampshire and the Solent as it closes in on identifying the best way of delivering simpler, stronger and secure councils in the future under Government plans to

Local Government Reorganisation

Hampshire County Council to consider ‘lane rental’ proposals to minimise roadworks disruption

Proposals that could lead to the introduction of a new lane rental scheme aimed at reducing roadworks delays on over 550 miles of Hampshire’s busiest roads during peak times, are set to be considered by Hampshire County Council later this month

County Council to consider proposals to support expansion of household food waste recycling in Hampshire

Proposals to support the introduction of household food waste collections across the county are set to be considered later this month by Hampshire County Council. For the first time, arrangements could be established to process food waste collected

Upgrades completed on popular Hayling Billy Trail to create ‘all weather’ surface

People using the Hayling Billy Trail, on Hayling Island in Havant, can now benefit from a brand-new ‘all-weather’ surface, making it easier for walkers, cyclists, mobility scooter users, and horse riders to use in all seasons throughout the year

Bookings open for Hampshire’s Holiday Activities and Food summer programme

Hampshire County Council’s popular Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back for the 2025 summer holidays – and eligible families can now browse and book free places for their children at local schemes across the county

Decisions due this summer on future services

From older adults’ day services to school transport and planned road maintenance, this summer will see key decisions made on the future of some important County Council services delivered to Hampshire residents after April 2026

Bridging the gap between health and social care – a new children’s home opens in Hampshire

More children and young people in Hampshire with complex behavioural, emotional and mental health needs will now be able to access the right support closer to home, thanks to an innovative new children’s home

Taking centre stage: Councils join forces on inspiring work experience initiative at Basingstoke Festival

Arts students across Basingstoke and Deane are set to benefit from a new and exciting collaborative project giving them the opportunity to showcase their talent at this year’s Basingstoke Festival, thanks to funding from Hampshire County Council