Multi-million-pound revamp begins to turn Gosport Police Station into the 'jewel in the crown' of the police estate
‘This development is a statement of intent’
An empty and unfit for purpose police station is undergoing a multi-million-pound revamp to turn it into a ‘jewel in the crown’ of the police estate.
Work has begun on Gosport Police Station on South Street with a promise to return it to its former glory. Fareham based construction company Amiri is tackling the work with demolition work beginning in November with the old section houses being removed to create more parking spaces.
The inside of the building has also been stripped back to enable work to begin to turn it into modern police hub fit for both officers and the public.
Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones said: “I’ve said before that this development is a statement of intent and to see construction workers on the ground is extremely welcome. This building’s been stood empty and unfit for purpose for over eight years and it has taken a lot of hard work to get to this point.
“I promised an increase in police visibility across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and this station will be a jewel in the crown of the police estate. My ambition is to have key local policing teams based there once complete including Neighbourhood Policing, CID and District Policing. It’ll also house a front counter and interview rooms.
“I want to reassure the people of Gosport that they will have police officers on hand to help prevent crime and get criminals off the streets. This is the largest police station I’ve refurbished and anyone with experience of major construction work will know the challenges faced at every stage of the process.
“That’s why I’m delighted we’ve now got Amiri onboard to create a modern new station that caters for the needs of the people of Gosport and helps police staff to do their jobs in the best environment.”
With work now underway, the project is expected to be completed in 2027.
Jon Daines, Managing Director of Amiri Construction, said: “We are pleased to have been appointed to transform Gosport Police Station and proud to play a part in bringing this prominent local building back into use.
“Our team looks forward to working collaboratively with the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, the wider project team and our trusted supply chain partners.
“Together, we will create a modern, high-quality station that supports officers and staff and serves the Gosport community for many years to come.”