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2 days ago | eastleighnews.co.uk | Lennie Teague |Stephen Slominski |Noni Needs |Natalia Forero

Paul Holmes MP has written to Angela Rayner demanding an inquiry into Eastleigh’s One Horton Heath scheme, warning the project is facing spiralling costs and unresolved whistleblower concerns. Read More >>
Hike in charges at Southampton Airport to drop off and pick up passengers

4 days ago | portsmouth.co.uk | Natalia Forero

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. It will soon cost drivers more to pick up and drop off passengers at Southampton Airport to try and make it profitable again. Southampton Airport has been loss-making since 2019. According to the airport, fewer than 10 per cent of overall passengers use the pick-up and drop-off area.
Plan to build 25 dwellings in Andover approved by the council

5 days ago | andoveradvertiser.co.uk | Natalia Forero

Following Fowler Architecture & Planning’s application to build 25 new homes on the land north of Walworth Road, Test Valley Borough Council has approved the application in a recent meeting (June 17). The application site is located to the rear of existing homes along Walworth Road and extends up to the railway line to the north. The proposal involves constructing 25 dwellings, comprising a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, with some units featuring garages.
New 68-bed care home given green light after proposals changed

6 days ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Natalia Forero

Land next to Brookfield, in Providence Hill, Bursledon, will soon be converted into the home for nursing care. There will also be three independent cottages for age-restricted occupancy and on-site parking following planning permission given by Eastleigh Brough Council. The Colten Care application was rejected last November because the proposed building was considered excessively tall and bulky.
Homes approved in Andover despite objections

1 week ago | hellorayo.co.uk | Natalia Forero

Concerns were expressed over traffic and safety Author: Natalia Forero, Local democracy reporterPublished 2 hours agoApproval has been granted for the construction of 25 dwellings in Andover. Following Fowler Architecture & Planning’s application to build 25 new homes on the land north of Walworth Road, Test Valley Borough Council has approved the application in a recent meeting (June 17).
Seven Hampshire town councils agree 20mph speed limit change

1 week ago | andoveradvertiser.co.uk | Natalia Forero

20mph limit. Stock image (Image: North Ayrshire Council) Seven parish and town councils in Hampshire have submitted applications for new 20mph speed limits under a revised policy. They include Over Wallop and Preston Candover councils. In January 2024, Hampshire County Council adopted the revised 20mph policy, which allows parish and town councils in Hampshire to request and fund 20mph speed limits in suitable zones on a full-cost recovery basis.
Hampshire County Council: Towns and villages apply for 20mph limits

1 week ago | hampshirechronicle.co.uk | Natalia Forero

They include Romsey, King's Somborne and Preston Candover councils. In January 2024, Hampshire County Council adopted the revised 20mph policy, which allows parish and town councils in Hampshire to request and fund 20mph speed limits in suitable zones on a full-cost recovery basis.
Hampshire County Council's proposed merger sparks row

1 week ago | farnhamherald.com | Natalia Forero

It comes after the leader of Southampton City Council felt disappointed that the county council had “chosen not to collaborate” with the other councils, and instead developing its own options working alongside East Hampshire Distict Council. The restructures are part of national government plans to create new unitary authorities covering bigger areas, with them set to be created in 2028. These new councils would be responsible for delivering all local services.
Fair Oak residents to receive improved walking and cycling routes

1 week ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Natalia Forero

The county council is ready to approve a number of improvements in Fair Oak Road, Mortimers Lane, and Eastleigh Road. At a full council in February, residents of Mortimers Lane urged Hampshire County Council to introduce restrictions and measures along the lane to control lorry movements and speed limits due to the impact on residents’ lives and safety.
Air source heat pumps to be installed in 18 new homes

1 week ago | andoveradvertiser.co.uk | Natalia Forero

The 18 houses were granted permission in April 2024 by the borough council, including the change of land use from agriculture to allotments, including associated access, and now alterations have been approved for the scheme on land east of Furzedown Road in King’s Somborne.