Hampshire County Council is asking people for their views on ways the Authority could balance its books over the next two years, up to April 2027, as costs and demand for local services keep rising alongside ongoing underfunding by central Government. Learn more www.hants.gov.uk/News/2025110...

⚠️M27 closure ⚠️

Fully closed between J9 (Whiteley) and J11 (Fareham) from 8pm on Weds 24 Dec 2025 to 4am on Sun 4 Jan 2026.
A giant concrete underpass will be slid into place as part of the major upgrade to junction 10.

Plan ahead to avoid severe delays.

www.hants.gov.uk/News/2025231...

🎃 🔥 With Halloween & Bonfire Night near, our Trading Standards team has shared practical safety advice to help families enjoy the season responsibly.
From costume checks to safe lighting, our tips are designed to help you avoid any unwanted surprises. www.hants.gov.uk/News/2025141...

🚂 Celebrating 200 years of railways in Britain with archive footage from @hantsarchives
🎥 Fordingbridge (1964)
🎥 Basingstoke Belle (1955–65)
🎥 Southampton Terminus (1940s)
🎥 Bishopstoke (1940s)

Watch & explore: www.hants.gov.uk/librariesand...
#Railway200 #HampshireHistory

⏳ Just a few days left to have your say on how councils could work across Hampshire & the Solent.
Help shape local services like schools, roads & social care for the future.
Complete the survey at www.hants.gov.uk/lgr by Sun 17 Aug.

#LGR #SimplerStrongerSecure

We’ve drafted a Local Nature Recovery Strategy based on expert and community input.

It sets out how we’ll protect habitats, support sustainable farming, and guide local planning. Consultation is open until 23 June 2025.

Learn more and have your say: www.hants.gov.uk/aboutthecoun...

Whether you share your skills, become a mentor, or simply lend a hand, your contribution matters and there are so many ways you can support your local community and make a difference. Find out about volunteering activities at www.hants.gov.uk/socialcarean...