Call for sites as work begins on a new Local Plan for Rushmoor
Updated on: 27/02/2025
Rushmoor Borough Council has launched a call for sites as they begin work on a new local plan.
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Food caution after mouse infestation found in Aldershot store
Updated on: 27/02/2025
A caution has been issued to the director of an Aldershot grocery store after they failed to tackle a mouse infestation.
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Council and Police cycle and e-scooter campaign
Throughout half-term week our Place Protection Officers (PPOs) are joining forces with local police officers to stop anyone seen cycling or using e-scooters in the pedestrianised areas of Farnborough town centre.
Updated on: 18/02/2025
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Shop front improvement grants
Last year, we invited shop owners, tenants and landlords in Rushmoor to apply for shop front improvement grants and we are delighted to share with you some of the completed projects.
Updated on: 21/02/2025
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Plans approved for new beacon in Aldershot
Plans for a new Rushmoor beacon in Manor Park, Aldershot, which will be lit for the first time at the planned VE Day commemorations in May, were approved by Rushmoor Borough Councillors last night (Wednesday 12 February).
Updated on: 13/02/2025
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Cabinet update on performance information
This week, our Cabinet received an update on some of the council’s performance information (September through to December) and how key projects and activities are developing and contributing towards the Council Plan.
Updated on: 12/02/2025
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Statement on devolution
The Leader of Rushmoor Borough Council, Councillor Gareth Williams, has welcomed the government’s announcement yesterday that Hampshire and the Solent are one of six areas to be included in the government’s fast-track devolution priority programme.
Updated on: 06/02/2025
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Council sets out proposed budget aimed at securing financial stability
Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet will be asked next week to recommend a budget that will help to secure its financial stability.
Updated on: 06/02/2025
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Farnborough’s new leisure centre gets government go-ahead
Rushmoor Borough Council has been given the green light by the government to move forward with plans to build a new leisure centre in the heart of Farnborough town centre.
Updated on: 03/02/2025
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New art Installation unveiled at Aldershot railway station
Passengers will now be able to enjoy a vibrant new art installation at Aldershot railway station after "All Aboard" was unveiled at a special ceremony.
Updated on: 29/01/2025
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Work starts on new playground development at Water Lane, Farnborough
Work has started to install a new toddler playground at Water Lane, in the Prospect Estate, in Farnborough, themed around a castle centrepiece.
Updated on: 23/01/2025
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Company serves up defibrillator for Grub Hub
Aldershot’s Community Grub Hub now has a life-saving defibrillator thanks to housebuilding company Taylor Wimpey.
Updated on: 23/01/2025
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Leader announces changes to Cabinet
The Leader of Rushmoor Borough Council, Councillor Gareth Williams, has announced changes to the Cabinet, with new responsibilities to reflect the priorities announced in November 2024.
Updated on: 22/01/2025
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Historic vine saved for future generations
Cuttings have been taken from this beautiful vine, which dates to the time of the Crimea War in 1853, so that it can be preserved for future generations to enjoy.
Updated on: 23/01/2025
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Men’s Health Day in Farnborough this Saturday
Rushmoor Borough Council is holding a Men’s Health Day on Saturday, 18 January in Farnborough – with loads of great, free activities.
Updated on: 14/01/2025
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Council statement on devolution and local government reorganisation
Our council leader, Councillor Gareth Williams, has welcomed the government’s proposals to give local authorities more control over the big decisions that affect their areas, as part of its devolution programme.
Updated on: 14/01/2025
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Rare honour for Diane
A former councillor with 22 years of service to the community has been awarded the title of Honorary Alderman in recognition of her commitment to the people of Rushmoor.
Updated on: 23/12/2024
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Residents' 'wheelie' like recent Walk This Waste trial
A total of 54 items of bulky waste were collected for free last week during a pioneering Walk This Waste trial along Mayfield Road, in Farnborough.
Updated on: 23/12/2024
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Christmas shop window competition
Vote for your favourite Christmas display!
Updated on: 11/12/2024
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Walk This Waste trial
As part of a commitment to create clean, safe neighbourhoods, Rushmoor Borough Council will run a trial on two mornings in December to collect bulky waste items for free to help reduce fly-tipping and help those without transport to dispose of waste items.
Updated on: 11/12/2024
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Cabinet agrees strategic direction for Aldershot and Farnborough
Rushmoor Borough Council has mapped out its top five priorities and how it plans to develop an exciting new vision for the borough.
Updated on: 29/11/2024
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Rushmoor Borough Council statement on Savoy Place
Rushmoor Borough Council has been informed that Newham Borough Council has now signed an agreement to lease apartments in Savoy Place in Farnborough, from the private owners, to use as temporary accommodation for homeless families from the London borough. The Council wishes to make clear that it does not have any power to prevent this arrangement.
Updated on: 21/11/2024
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol
As we have had a period of cold weather, we operated our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) to provide overnight accommodation for anyone sleeping rough in Aldershot and Farnborough so that they can get inside and out of the freezing cold.
Updated on: 23/11/2024
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Support for Antisocial Behaviour Week
Visit our stalls in Aldershot and Farnborough during Antisocial Behaviour Week
Updated on: 18/11/2024
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Christmas is arriving in Aldershot and Farnborough!
The build-up to Christmas is on and a number of free events organised by Rushmoor Borough Council will be putting Aldershot and Farnborough in a fine festive spirit throughout November and December!
Updated on: 06/11/2024
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Hillside Place
The Home office has informed the council that it will no longer be using Hillside Place in Farnborough for the dispersal of asylum seekers. Once the lease expires, the current residents of the site will be rehomed and their welfare and accommodation will continue to be provided by the Home Office.
Updated on: 24/10/2024
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Free North Camp parking offer now extended to January
Rushmoor Borough Council has extended the free parking offer in their car parks in North Camp until the beginning of next year to give local businesses a boost in the run up until Christmas.
Updated on: 24/10/2024
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Update on antisocial behaviour in Farnborough town centre
We’ve been actively supporting individuals in Farnborough town centre, and we’re pleased to share that several have now been successfully accommodated elsewhere.
Updated on: 23/10/2024
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Rushmoor Borough Council takes steps to secure financial stability and shares its approach to improvement
Rushmoor Borough Council has approved a detailed financial recovery plan and its approach to improvement, following a change of political administration and an independent review of the council led by the Local Government Association (LGA).
Updated on: 17/10/2024
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John Debenham MBE
It is with deep sadness that we have learnt about the passing of former councillor and Honorary Alderman John Debenham MBE on Sunday 29 September.
Updated on: 10/10/2024
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Council statement on flats in Farnborough
We are aware of commercial negotiations going on between Newham Council and a private developer regarding the lease of a small number of flats in Farnborough.
Updated on: 25/09/2024
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Rushmoor Community Lottery celebrates seven successful years
The Rushmoor Community Lottery recently celebrated seven years of fundraising for worthy causes across Aldershot and Farnborough with a special event at Farnborough Bowling Club.
Updated on: 26/09/2024
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Damage to homes in Aldershot after bad weather on Friday 20 September
This afternoon around midday there was a weather event in Cadnam Close, Aldershot, which caused damage to two blocks of flats and brought down several trees.
Updated on: 20/09/2024
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Antisocial behaviour in Farnborough town centre
We are aware of an increasing number of reports of antisocial behaviour by a few individuals in Farnborough town centre.
Updated on: 19/09/2024
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