News

Former Mayor’s charity appeal totals revealed

[Jun 11, 2025]

The former Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane has announced that his charity appeal raised almost £10,000 for two local charities during his year in office.

Views sought on refreshed net zero approach and ambitions

[Jun 06, 2025]

People and organisations are being urged to have their say on a climate action plan that puts forward an updated strategy to achieve a carbon-neutral future for Basingstoke and Deane.

Summer of sustainability-inspired events begins

[Jun 02, 2025]

A week of family friendly events, activities and live performances begins on Saturday 7 June as Basingstoke Green Week returns this year to kick off a ‘summer of green’.

New look council play areas open in time for half term

[May 28, 2025]

Major makeovers of four play areas are now complete as part of the council’s drive to provide play spaces that are well maintained and inclusive.

Greener bin trucks cut carbon

[May 22, 2025]

Over 1,550 tonnes of carbon emissions have been saved since two north Hampshire councils began fuelling their bin trucks with a low-emission biofuel.

Summer starts with the return of Basingstoke Festival

[May 20, 2025]

Basingstoke Festival, the award-winning free annual celebration of art, culture, heritage, community and outdoor arts returns from Friday 20 June to Sunday 6 July.

Your Place residents' magazine now out!

[May 19, 2025]

The first edition of the council's new look A4 magazine Your Place will be delivered to homes throughout the borough from Monday 19 May.

Cllr Colin Phillimore elected as Mayor for 2025/26

[May 09, 2025]

Cllr Colin Phillimore is the new Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane following a Mayor Making ceremony at the Civic Offices.