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Allocating almost £1million to local infrastructure projects

2 April 2025. We have approved the allocation of £998,100.87 in Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding to support 31 local infrastructure projects across the district for the financial year 2025/26.

Celebrating success in achieving our corporate plan priorities

2 April 2025. We have reported our latest significant progress in meeting key targets outlined in our Corporate Plan.

Priorities set out to support residents experiencing domestic abuse

2 April 2025. We have launched our Domestic Abuse Strategy covering 2025 to 2028.

Check if you need to reapply for your postal vote

2 April 2025. We are encouraging residents to reapply for postal votes.

Cabinet to consider community lottery to support local good causes

28 March 2025. Our Cabinet is set to consider the introduction of a community lottery to provide additional funding opportunities for local charities and community organisations.

One year of garden waste wheeled bin service

27 March 2025. We are marking one year of our wheeled bin garden waste collection service.

Marking the opening of Hardley Depot

25 March 2025. We marked the opening of our new Hardley Depot, as part of plans to expand our fleet and invest in operational services.

Leader confirms rural unitary authority as preferred Local Government Reorganisation option

21 March 2025. At our special meeting of Cabinet today (9am, Friday 21 March 2025), councillors reiterated their position on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), backing a rural-focused unitary authority as the best option for the New Forest area.

New Forest District Council to consider Local Government Reorganisation report at special meeting

19 March 2025. At our special meeting of Council (6.30pm, Thursday 20 March 2025) councillors will debate the interim plan to government for Local Government Reorganisation.

Over £22 million committed to improve council homes and support tenants

18 March 2025. We have announced a major investment of £22.11m in housing maintenance and improvements for 2025/26.

Residents receive information about new waste collection service

17 March 2025. Residents will soon receive a leaflet in the post containing important information about our new waste collection service.

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