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Free event to help first-time buyers explore their home ownership options

[Jun 10, 2026]

First-time buyers in the borough are being invited to a free event to help them find out more about the different routes into home ownership and the support available locally.

Residents invited to help make the magic of Basingstoke Festival’s parade

[Jun 09, 2026]

People across the borough are being invited to contribute their skills and creativity to make the Basingstoke Festival parade more vibrant than ever.

Mayor’s flag raising service to launch Armed Forces Week

[Jun 08, 2026]

The Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane Cllr Jacky Tustain will lead the borough's tribute to the armed forces on Monday 22 June 2026 from 10am outside the Civic Offices by War Memorial Park.

Council cuts carbon by nearly 95% in just six years

[Jun 03, 2026]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has cut its carbon footprint by almost 95% since declaring a climate emergency in 2019, new figures reveal.

Council funding to improve community buildings now available

[Jun 03, 2026]

Grants to help local community groups and voluntary organisations to improve their facilities are now available to apply for from the borough council.

Unlocking the potential of a new future for Fanum House

[Jun 01, 2026]

The future of a well-known Basingstoke building is set to be considered by councillors as they review options for the long-term use of the site.

Deal set to kick off new chapter for town’s football club

[Jun 01, 2026]

Basingstoke Town Community Football Club look set to get a home of their own as part of plans being considered by the council’s decision-making Cabinet next week (Tuesday 9 June).

Supporting skills and learning in Basingstoke and Deane

[May 19, 2026]

Local businesses and their employees can get free access to online training courses to develop a range of skills, thanks to a partnership between the borough council and a leading provider of learning for business SEEDL.com.

Cllr Jacky Tustain made Mayor for 2026/27

[May 15, 2026]

Cllr Jacky Tustain is the new Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane following a Mayor Making ceremony at the Civic Offices on Thursday 14 May where Cllr Colin Phillimore handed over the chain of office.