Local Government Reorganisation timeline

May 2028

Unitary councils begin to operate.

Expected unitary elections.

New legislation prepared and laid.

Government expected to announce future structure before pre-election period.

The Government’s consultation ends on 9 January.

A public consultation is opened by the Government, allowing local people to comment on all the proposals.

Informed by residents views, County Council finalises proposals - and submits them to Government on 26 September.

Residents and organisations across Hampshire and the Solent area invited to share their views through a survey.

Hampshire County Council agrees its proposed option.

Ministerial feedback provided on interim submissions.

Interim submissions made to Government.

Government invites proposals and sets out six criteria.