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Developers put forward proposals to build 5,000 homes, two primary schools, a secondary school, a park and ride and a health centre - all powered by three solar farms.

How council plans to tackle climate change in Hampshire PLANS to invest a further £1.2m in the battle against climate change have been approved by Hampshire County Council. The package of measures drawn up by the authority includes a proposal to run some of its vehicles on eco-friendly biofuel. Tree planting, improving natural habitats and installing energy efficient technology in public buildings are also on the agenda. The strategy was agreed at a meeting of the council’s cabinet a...

The trees outside Winchester Cathedral ABSTRACT trees created by children and young people from schools across Hampshire are now on display outside Winchester Cathedral. More than 100 trees have been designed by youngsters are over 25 schools as part of a project to spark a wider conversation about climate change, supported by Hampshire County Council. The interactive ‘Climate Change Forest’ art installation is adorned with drawings, sculptures, and recyclable and upcycled items such ...

BASINGSTOKE schools have contributed to more than 100 abstract trees created by young people which are now on display outside Winchester Cathedral, as part of a project to spark conversation about climate change. Supported by Hampshire County Council, the interactive ‘Climate Change Forest’ is adorned with drawings, sculptures, and recyclable and upcycled items such as plastic bottles and reclaimed wood, and can be viewed until 5 July. Each abstract tree on display has been created by...

Hampshire residents have the opportunity to serve on the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel (PCP). Two members are needed for the body which scrutinises and supports the work of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones. The panel will maintain a regular check and balance on the performance of the newly elected commissioner. It will also hold her to account for her responsibilities to the residents of Hampshire. The PCC is ultimately accountable to the electorate via the ballot box...

Consultation on Winchester City Councils plan refresh draws to a close on April 12. This will shape future infrastructure investments and determine which areas can be developed across the district. Save South Winchester Campaign Group is pleading that Royaldown – the scheme to build a new town between Winchester and Hursley – is not considered. Hampshire County Councillor and Hursley resident Jan Warwick said: “We know our local traffic network is stretched to the limit in normal ...

A letter seen by the Chronicle has revealed plans to reduce the number of parking spots at Farley Mount near Winchester. It states that some car parks will be closed in a trial because professional dog walkers are "deterring" residents from using the land. "Previous landlords have, through their good intentions, allowed the opening up of numerous car parks at the site which have clearly, but unintentionally, made Farley Mount a destination venue for visitors from far and wide," says the ...

CAMPAIGNERS battling a proposed new town near Winchester have branded the city councils consultation over the new Local Plan as too complicated and…

Solar panels Stock photograph HAMPSHIRE homeowners can now join a group-buying scheme to install solar panels. This comes as part of the county council’s commitment to act on climate change and is one of three energy initiatives to reduce carbon. The Authority has partnered with iChoosr Ltd to bring the Solar Together Hampshire to homeowners and non-domestic small and medium-sized enterprises. Cllr Jan Warwick who is a former Winchester city councillor said: “The aim of establishing...

A map of Royaldown, by Keep Architects. Circled - the two schools proposed at Down Farm A VIRTUAL protest over the 5,000-home Royaldown scheme has been postponed to next month. The Save South Winchester campaign had originally planned to hold a socially distanced march around the site perimeter on Sunday January 24. It was then moved online but now has been put back to a date in February to coincide with the public consultation over the new Winchester Local Plan. Further details are yet...