Dozens of Hampshire prisoners released early to ease overcrowding
Around 80 people have been released from prisons in Hampshire under the ‘early-release’ scheme, the Police and crime commissioner revealed.
Hampshire hospitals: Ambulance patients handover delays
New data revealed that the South Central Ambulance Service “lost” 5,238 hours in September waiting to hand over patients at hospitals.
Planners approve huge solar farm in Hampshire countryside
Nearly 92,000 solar panels are set to be installed near Waterlooville, converting farmland into a solar farm to power more than 12,000 homes.
No plans for bus service shake-up, Hampshire County Council confirm
The county council confirmed that it has no intention of following national plans to franchise bus services across Hampshire since the area is “not suitable” due to its rurality.
Fears raised over dangers to environment at M27 bridge at Hamble
There is still no confirmed solution to fears a crash on the M27 could lead to a disaster in the river Hamble.
Police objecting to extended opening into early hours for sandwich shop
A sandwich shop in Winchester has applied to extend its open hours despite police concerns that it could lead to crime and disorder.
Welcome for plans for free breakfast clubs for every Hampshire primary school
The county council has welcomed the government announcement to introduce free breakfast clubs in every primary school.
