Children’s Posters Promote Smokefree Parks in Hamble

New posters designed by local school children have been installed at the park in Hamble as part of Eastleigh Borough Council’s Smokefree Parks initiative. Primary school pupils from across the borough were invited to create eye-catching posters encouraging people not to smoke or vape around parks and children’s play areas. The winning designs are now…

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Help Shape the Future of Electric Vehicle Charging in Hampshire

Residents across Hampshire are being invited to help decide where new electric vehicle (EV) charging points should be installed as part of a major county-wide rollout. Hampshire County Council is planning to install around 17,000 on-street EV chargers in neighbourhoods across the county, making it easier for people without a private driveway or garage to…

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Funding Update For Proposed New 3G Pitch In Hamble

Hamble could soon benefit from a new state-of-the-art community 3G football pitch after Eastleigh Borough Councillors agreed to allocate £312,000 towards the project. At a meeting of the Bursledon, Hamble and Hound Local Area Committee on 2 July, Members approved the allocation of developer contributions to support the proposed facility at Hamble Club Football Club.…

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Newsletter Distributor Opportunity

Hamble Parish Council currently has a newsletter distributor spot available for someone to help deliver community newsletters around the village. The role involves 10 newsletter deliveries per year, with each delivery covering approximately 300 to 400 homes. This is a flexible, casual opportunity within the local community and could suit someone who enjoys being out…

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We’re Hiring: Reception , Administration and Finance Assistant

Hamble Parish Council is looking for a highly organised and customer-focused Reception, Administration & Finance Assistant to join our small, friendly and busy team. This part-time role is based at Hamble Parish Office and supports the day-to-day work of the Council, including reception, administration, customer enquiries, finance records, community communications and support for Council services.…

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Exercise of Public Rights 2025/26

The Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Annual Governance & Accountability Return has now been published for 2025/26, and can be viewed here (pdf, opens in new tab)

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Remembering Bill Pepper: A Lifetime of Service to Hamble

We are sad to report the death of Bill Pepper, aged 95, who greatly contributed to village organisations and was the recent longest-serving Parish Councillor having served on the Council for 49 years. He was elected to Hamble Parish Council in 1967 when Hamble was a very different place than it is today. Bill was…

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Become a Hamble Parish Councillor: Applications Open Until 4 June

Hamble Parish Council is looking for a new councillor to help shape the future of the village and support the local community. As a councillor, you’ll play a part in local decision-making, help drive positive change and make sure residents’ voices are heard. This is a voluntary role requiring a minimum commitment of around 5…

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Have Your Say on the Hamble-le-Rice Conservation Area Consultation

Eastleigh Borough Council is currently consulting on a revised Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Proposals Supplementary Planning Document for the existing Hamble-le-Rice Conservation Area. The document reviews and updates the current appraisal and includes proposed management measures for the conservation area. Conservation area appraisals help identify what makes an area special, including its historic character,…

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We’re Looking For A New Councillor

We’re looking for a new councillor to help shape the future of Hamble and make it an even better place to live, work, and visit. As a councillor, you’ll: ✅ Play a key role in decision-making ✅ Drive positive change in the community ✅ Ensure residents’ voices are heard This voluntary role requires a minimum…

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