News

Council’s bid to remove development rights

[Sep 20, 2018]

In a bid to protect the borough’s future economic wellbeing, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is proposing to remove permitted development rights for the change of use of buildings from commercial to residential at its key business parks at Basing View, Chineham Business Park and Hampshire International Business Park.

Royal approval for council-backed children’s charity

[Sep 17, 2018]

Community-focused Inspero has been given the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for its work empowering young people. The award, known as an MBE for organisations, recognises exceptional service in communities.

Dog warden Laura wins fourth gold award

[Sep 14, 2018]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s dog warden Laura Yeates has been awarded an RSPCA Gold Stray Dog PawPrints award for the fourth year running in recognition of her tireless work with stray animals.

Awareness week to showcase all things green

[Sep 12, 2018]

Clothes upcycling, willow weaving and a chance to try out an electric bike will be among the green-themed activities taking place during Basingstoke Green Week.

Funding boost for borough's play areas

[Sep 10, 2018]

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s developers’ contributions are being used to support local open space and play area projects.

Views sought on Overton conservation area

[Aug 20, 2018]

Local people are getting the opportunity to give their views on the future of Overton conservation area at a public consultation.