Hampshire among just six areas nationally fast-tracked for devolution – to elect mayor in 2026

Hampshire has been accepted onto the government’s Devolution Priority Programme (DPP), setting the county up for greater control over its own education, transport and... READ MORE »

Change of the guard at Hampshire County Council as former leader Rob Humby bids a fond farewell

Hampshire County Council held its annual general meeting today, officially inaugurating Cllr Keith Mans as chairman and Cllr Nick Adams-King as the new leader of the... READ MORE »

New Hampshire County Council leader hopeful striving to be "business friendly"

The Conservative grouping of Hampshire County Council has selected a new leader to replace outgoing Cllr Rob Humby. Cllr Nick Adams-King is expected to be confirmed as... READ MORE »

LEP hands over to 'prosperity partnership board' as council seeks businesses to guide Hants' growth

Hampshire County Council is calling for nominations from businesses wishing to sit on the county's new prosperity partnership board to drive economic success. It follows... READ MORE »

Skills Bootcamps support unemployed Hampshire residents into jobs in engineering construction

Eleven individuals currently unemployed have embarked on their journey toward employment in the engineering construction sector by enrolling in a Skills Bootcamps program... READ MORE »

Inaugural Hampshire Business Awards welcomes 500 guests, all ‘shining examples’ of the county

The inaugural Hampshire Business Awards, organised by The Business Magazine, showcased an amazing lineup of the region’s top businesses and talented people. Nearly 500... READ MORE »

VIVID team up with council and UKHarvest on initiative to get surplus produce where it’s needed

Portsmouth’s VIVID Homes have joined forces with Hampshire County Council and Chichester charity UKHarvest as part of a new food rescue partnership. Together they’re... READ MORE »

Hampshire urged to find a unified voice in bid for devolution in new Paris Smith whitepaper

A unified voice is critical if Hampshire wants to stand out and secure a devolution deal amidst the post-Brexit, post-pandemic economy, according to a new report from law... READ MORE »

‘This is just the start’ says First Bus South MD as Fareham depot gets ready for 62 electric buses

Work is underway to transform First Solent’s Hoeford depot in Fareham, ready to operate 62 brand-new electric single-deck buses from March 2024. The fleet will run... READ MORE »

Cllr Rob Humby discusses putting Hampshire on the map and joining up business & education

The power of a strong economy to improve people’s prospects should never be underestimated according to the Leader of Hampshire County Council, who is determined to... READ MORE »