New Forest residents invited to help shape future planning decisions through Local Plan consultation
New Forest District Council (NFDC) is inviting residents to have their say as the next stage of their Local Plan review gets underway.
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Stark warning for New Forest drivers amid animal accidents rise
New Forest drivers are being urged to drive with extra care in the National Park amid an increase in animal accidents.
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New Forest District Council submits formal response to government consultation on local government reorganisation
On Friday (9 January 2026), New Forest District Council (NFDC) submitted its response to the government’s statutory consultation on local government reorganisation, setting out its preferred approach and the evidence that underpins it.
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Christmas tree recycling drop-off points open across the New Forest district
Residents are invited to recycle their real Christmas trees at one of 11 New Forest District Council’s (NFDC) Christmas tree drop-off points across the district.
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Ashurst and Colbury Parish Council’s response to the proposed changes to the draft Local Plan; specifically SP33, Land at Knellers Lane.
We are particularly concerned about the creeping suburbanisation of our village, and the loss of its rural character; the diminution of the green buffer zone between Ashurst and West Totton; the impact on infrastructure, particularly traffic, public transport and pedestrian and cycle access, and the risk of flooding in this area. Suburbanisation Ashurst is described…
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NFDC Christmas and New Year recycling and rubbish collection date changes
There are changes to New Forest District Council’s recycling and rubbish collections over the Christmas and New Year holidays.
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New Forest District Council continues to offer support to rough sleepers during colder weather
Due to low temperatures this week, NFDC has activated the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).
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Government consultation on future councils for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
Councils back “five unitary council” model and urge residents to have their say on Local Government Reorganisation
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NFDC free parking days in lead up to Christmas events
New Forest District Council NFDC are providing four days of free parking to coincide with Christmas events. NFDC town and village centre car parks will be free on 6th December 2025 Small Business Saturday, and on 20th and 21st December 2025
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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.
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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.
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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.
