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Teignmouth's RNLI lifeboat the Claude and Kath

Portsmouth grants RNLI highest civic honour following threats to crew

New drones, sensors and un-crewed capabilities will be used to protect undersea cables from Russian interference.

New drones and sensors to protect undersea cables from Russia

Runnymede in Fareham

Protected trees face the axe as roots are blamed for home damage

George Madgwick

Green Party calls for George Madgwick to resign over criminal charges

Cradley Heath Salvation Army launches its Christmas Present Appeal

One in ten Portsmouth families can't afford children's Christmas gifts

Cascades car park rooftop could become home to 12 Padel courts

Cllr George Madgwick, left and Cllr Terry Norton, who has taken over as leader of Reform UK on Hampshire County Council

Reform UK names new Hampshire leader after George Madgwick suspended

Southampton Civic Centre

Proposed salary revealed for elected mayor of Hampshire and the Solent

Cardboard and paper recycling

Thousands of Hampshire residents may need an extra recycling bin

Lloys Bank in Palmerston Road, Southsea will close on March 9, 2026.

Former Southsea Lloyds bank could be transformed into two shops

Reform councillor for Bridgemary, Cllr Paul Carter

Gosport Reform councillor won't stand down despite resignation calls

On Thursday, November 5, 2026, a ceremony was held for the commissioning of the 1st Autonomous Squadron at HMNB Portsmouth. The historic ceremony saw the squadron formally join the force, as it continues to push towards a hybrid navy.

Historic 1st Autonomous Squadron for drone boats commissioned in navy

Fort Purbrook, one of the historic Palmerston forts, is considered to be in a declining state. Despite this, work is underway to restore the site.

27 precious historic buildings deemed 'at risk' of decaying

Thousands of digital Veterans ID Cards have been rolled out since they launched. Pictured: Veterans marching at the 2025 Remembrance Sunday service in Portsmouth at Guildhall Square.

Thousands of veterans ID cards rolled out since launch

New British military satellite launched into space.

New UK military satellite launched into space to find threats

Trading Standards have opposed an application for a Wine Shop to be established in West Street, Fareham.

Trading Standards oppose Wine Shop licence over illegal sales fears
Final decisions will be made at an upcoming licensing panel meeting
Freddie Webb

Council building safety works face delays over staffing and red tape

New figures reveal who lives in Portsmouth’s 15,000 council homes

Matthew Cordy

Matthew Cordy reveals why he quit reform UK following Madgwick charges

The Weighbridge at Eastney Sewage Pumping Station and Holy Trinity Church in Gosport have been placed on the Heritage At Risk register.

Two historic sites deemed 'at risk' of falling into ruin

Dame Caroline Dinenage MP

Gosport MP calls on Southern Water to address failings

Originally from Germany, the Rottweiler can make for a fiecely loyal family pet - despite the slightly unfair reputation they have for aggression. It's not damaged their cost though - expect to shell out up to £4,000 for a pup with a good pedigree.

Blanket ban on pets in Portsmouth social housing set to end

Portsmouth City Council will receive £430,000 over two years to help homelessness and rough sleeping

Prime Minister recognises Portsmouth homelessness services

New padel courts have been proposed near Holly Hill Leisure Centre. Photo: FBC/Padel4All

‘Excellent news’ as plans for new padel centre backed

The new playground in Fareham town centre

‘Silenced’ councillors accused of ‘gagging themselves’ in row

George Madgwick

Madgwick faces calls to quit Portsmouth and Hampshire council roles

Thousands of people would turn up to watch the fireworks in Cosham each year

Fireworks move to Southsea leaves north ‘overlooked’, says councillor
The King George V Playing Fields display has not been held since 2023
Lottie Keen

The Border Control Post at Portsmouth International Port

‘We want our money back’ over Portsmouth’s £25m border control post

Proposed sports pitches plans

Farlington sports plans recommended for refusal despite local support

Cllr Bastable with new food waste collection vehicles, for Fareham Borough Council

Council settles question over who pays for broken wheelie bins

Portico Shipping, the south coast's cargo handling and logistics operator, is reporting strong demand for its enhanced facilities, following the completion of significant quayside expansion works supported by £12m of funding from Solent Freeport and Portsmouth City Council. Councillor Steve Pitt, leader of Portsmouth City Council, unveiled a plaque to mark the completion of significant expansion works on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Picture: Sarah Standing (041126-5412)

£12m port expansion set to boost trade through Portsmouth

Southampton Airport: A Vision for Sustainable Growth masterplan. Image: Southampton Airport

Southampton Airport plans expansion to welcome bigger planes

Poundland sign on a shop

'Very concerning time' - Portsmouth MP on job threats at Poundland

Havant Railway bridge developtment update on Monday 2nd November 2026

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Demolition of aging Havant footbridge leaves empty space - video

Hampshire County Council HQ. Image: LDRS

Council could cut services as £199m budget gap looms

Magistrate Ansar Gulzar stood as a candidate for the Aylesbury South West seat at last year's Buckinghamshire Council elections, but was not elected

Meet the five candidates battling for Portchester council seat

George Madgwick

George Madgwick speaks out after being charged with 35 offences

Nigel Farage with George Madgwick at The Wellington, Old Portsmouth on Tuesday 10th March 2026
Picture: Habibur Rahman

Answers demanded after leading Reform councillor is charged with rape

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Sherlock Holmes Portsmouth museum dream still alive

Cllr Netty Shepherd

Havant Greens hit back after Labour ends coalition over Zionism row

Room One

‘Safe, welcoming and non-judgemental’ autism hub sees demand soar

Cllr George Madgwick, leader of the Portsmouth Independents Party. Picture: Stuart Martin (220421-7042)

Councillor George Madgwick charged with 35 offences including rape

Mont St Michel departing Portsmouth

“We have positive news" as draft deal agreed to scrap Brexit red tape

Adult social care

“Fragile” care sector prompts plans for extra beds in Portsmouth

Photos of the site under devlopment for the new waterfront park in Gosport 31/10/2026

Construction at new waterfront park makes significant progress

Library ballot box/IMG

This is why the government refused to bring forward mayor election

Southampton Airport. Image: AGS

Southampton Airport plans expansion to welcome bigger planes

L-R: Councillor Netty Shepherd, Councillor Gillian Harris

Havant council coalition disintegrates over Green Party Zionism policy

Finale on Lights Switch On in Cosham 2025

College sponsors Portsmouth Christmas lights celebrations

What we know about plans for a Planetarium at a former Poundland

Dame Caroline Dinenage MP

Is that it? Government's grand budget plan a bit of a damp squib

Work is continuing on the new Type 31 ships for the Royal Navy. Pictured: HMS Venturer in the Babcock dry dock.

Rollout of new ship delayed 'for a whole bunch of reasons'

Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones is urging the government to take clear and decisive action on loud, illegally modified exhausts

Pictured: Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones near Marine Parade Car Park, Lee-on-the-Solent on Tuesday 11th August 2026

Picture: Habibur Rahman

Donna Jones slams Hampshire and Solent mayor election decision

The new play area in West Street, Fareham

Council accused of ‘misleading’ residents in playground row

The Lord Arthur Lee, a former Wetherspoon pub, in West Street, Fareham. Photo: Google Maps

Plans unveiled for large HMO above former Wetherspoon pub

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