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Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped
Police and crime commissioners (PCCs) will be abolished, saving the taxpayer at least £100 million and helping to fund frontline officers to cut crime.
Next stage of New Forest National Park Local Plan review open for comment
Residents, organisations and businesses are being asked to share their views on the next stage of the New Forest National Park Local Plan review.
Consultation on Hampshire County Council’s Budget for 2026/27
Hampshire County Council is asking for people’s views on its budget for 2026/27.
New Forest Local Plan consultation paused to align with Local Government Reorganisation
New Forest District Council will pause consulting on its Local Plan review to ensure it aligns with potential changes arising from Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).
New Forest District Council advises housing tenants on new rights under Awaab’s Law
New Forest District Council (NFDC) is advising their housing tenants about important new legal protections that come into force from 27 October 2025, commonly known as Awaab’s Law.
Crime prevention advice issued following theft from vehicle series in New Forest
We are issuing the below crime prevention advice following a recent theft from vehicle series in Ringwood, Fordingbridge, New Milton and Sway.