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Partners Issue 93 • Winter 2018

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In May 2019 East Hampshire District Council will be holding elections to decide the next crop of councillors to drive the district forward

COULD YOU BE AMONG THEM?

How much time does it take?

Local councillors do not need qualifications, wealth or lots of free time – all they need is the passion to represent the residents.

Each councillor has a responsibility to their ward and their residents, while some are also given special responsibilities for specific services.

Who can be a councillor?

The demands of the role depend on these responsibilities but just a few hours a week can make a big difference.

There are a few criteria which prevent you from becoming a councillor (you can find these on our web page below) but otherwise almost anyone can be a councillor.

It doesn’t matter whether you work full time, have a family, struggle for money or have a disability – you can be a councillor. Work or family commitments needn’t put you off and, as long as you are over 18, there are no barriers in terms of age, gender or ethnicity.

Can I afford it?

Councillors are not paid a wage but allowances are in place to support them as they carry out their duties. The basic allowance is £5,200 a year, with additional allowances depending on extra responsibilities.

Find out more by contacting EHDC’s Democratic Services team on 01730 234098 or visit www.easthants.gov.uk/acouncillorcan PARTNERS

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So, what do councillors do?

The role of a councillor is varied but the main duties include engaging with and representing the community, devising council policies and scrutinising decisions.

Every service provided by the council is run in their name.

Party politics Most councillors are associated with one of the major political parties – but this is not essential and you can stand independently.

Ready to have ? y a s r u o y East Hampshire residents will be going to the polls next May when an election is held for East Hampshire District Council.

The election is your best chance to influence how the district is run for the next four years.

But you will only be able to have your say if you are on the electoral register.

The election is set to take place on Thursday 2 May and the deadline to register is Friday 12 April.

It is a legal requirement to be on the electoral register. If you don’t sign up not only will you miss your chance to have a say you may also be refused credit.

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New boundaries This will be the first election to use East Hampshire’s new ward boundaries.

Earlier this year the Local Government Boundary Commission reviewed the number of councillors EHDC has and what areas they look after.

The result of the review is that EHDC will reduce from 44 councillors to 43.

All but three of the wards were changed in some way.

There will also be more multi-councillor wards, with two three-councillor wards, eight two-councillor wards and 21 one-councillor wards across the district.

Valid until 31st January 2019

Full details of the changes are on the boundary commission’s website: www.lgbce.org.uk

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Top dogs!

The team that runs animal welfare for East Hampshire District Council and Havant Borough Council has scooped three gold medals from the RSPCA.

The two councils now share an animal welfare team and the new set-up is already proving a success.

As part of a national standard for animal welfare the new, joint team secured three gold medals.

They were rewarded for their care of stray dogs, contingency planning and for their regulation of animal boarding businesses in both areas.

The team’s work was assessed by the RSPCA Community Animal Welfare PawPrint Awards, a nationwide scheme.

acebook: eHounds Find us on F ir h s p m a H t Eas @HelpHome The council’s stray dog service was commended for its efficiency and care. The animal welfare team works in partnership with Portsmouth City Council Stray Dog Kennels which can safely look after strays.

It’s here for the beer A spectacular mural has been created for the Gales Brewery building in Horndean, raising a glass to the village’s brewing history.

A two-metre square patch on the wall of the building in Portsmouth Road was earmarked for a piece of public artwork.

Horndean residents have had the chance to get involved in the ongoing art project.

Renowned artist Mel Holmes presented three designs to the public for the first time at the Three Parishes Summer Fayre in July and residents were called on to vote for their favourite.

They also chatted to the artist about his work, swapped stories and memorabilia about the brewery and signed up for art workshops.

In total 15 workshops have been held during the summer, each run by professional artists to give residents the chance to have a go at ceramics, painting or storytelling.

The winning design (pictured right) shows the brewery in action, giving a glimpse of how it might have appeared inside the brewery in years gone by.

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WHAT YOU SAY ABOUT WHITEHILL & BORDON EHDC and its partners are working hard to make Whitehill & Bordon a green, healthy and connected town.

That can’t be done without residents’ help, which is why a wide-reaching survey was sent to more than 1,500 residents in spring this year.

More than 400 people took part in the poll. The information given will help ensure EHDC and partners can focus resources on achieving the best outcomes for Whitehill & Bordon.

On these pages you can see what was said and what EHDC is doing.

Full results of the survey can be found at www.whitehillbordon.com/ community

HEART OF THE TOWN Residents picked out local shops (66%) and local services (51%) as their top priorities for a green and healthy town and a new town centre (66%) was the number one thing residents think would improve quality of life.

A new town centre is planned that will see a cinema, restaurants, a supermarket, shops, businesses and homes built. We expect work to start on the new town centre from summer 2019.

GREEN AND HEALTHY Open areas for recreation and relaxation are very important to Whitehill & Bordon residents and a key part of the regeneration programme. The survey revealed that 71% of people thought green space was a priority for a green and healthy town, while opinion was divided about there being enough green or open spaces in the town.

Hogmoor Inclosure has already received an extensive make-over with new paths and trails and a fantastic new natural play area, which opened in July 2017. EHDC is working with project partners to better connect the town’s open spaces. A recent award of £3.14million from the Enterprise M3 Local Enterprise Partnership will help to deliver improved connections across the town from early 2019.

Through a recent project at Chalet Hill, residents and local school children helped to transform the street into a community garden and gave insights into the challenges they face when travelling across the town. This work is part of the Healthy New Towns programme and will inform how routes are planned.

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LOCAL TRANSPORT Better local transport was high on residents’ wish lists for the future of Whitehill & Bordon. 53% of respondents were dissatisfied with the current provision and residents confirmed that their main mode of travel was by car.

We are working hard to limit the reliance on cars in the coming years by giving people more attractive options to travel across the town, for example by a network of paths and cycleways and improving safe crossing opportunities across the A325. Integrated public transport systems will make travel by train easier by linking the town to nearby mainline train stations.

The survey also shows that 22% of people would consider buying an environmentallyfriendly electric car.

EHDC will encourage new developments to provide electric vehicle charging points.

RESIDENTS’ TOP 3 GREEN & HEALTHY PRIORITIES

THE 3 CHANGES THAT WILL MOST IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE

GREEN GREEN SPACESPACE (71%) (71%)

NEW NEW TOWN TOWN CENTRE CENTRE (66%) (66%)

LOCALLOCAL SHOPS SHOPS (66%) (66%)

BETTER BETTER PUBLIC PUBLIC SPACES SPACES (42%) (42%)

LOCALLOCAL SERVICES SERVICES (51%) (51%)

BETTER BETTER LOCALLOCAL TRANSPORT TRANSPORT (41%) (41%)

of respondents felt there were not enough job opportunities in the town

Generating jobs and improving the local economy is one of our top priorities in Whitehill & Bordon. Opportunities are already opening up through the launch of the Business and Enterprise Centre, known as BASE, while the Future Skills Centre is providing vocational courses for young people. The new town centre and business incentives delivered through the Enterprise Zone, will also boost the local economy.

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67% said they feel safe in local open spaces. More respondents (66%) were satisfied with living in Whitehill & Bordon than not (22%).

We expect levels of satisfaction to increase as the new and improved facilities and infrastructure for the town are delivered.

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The transformation of the town is being led by a partnership chaired by East Hampshire District Council and including: the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, Hampshire County Council, Enterprise M3 LEP, Homes England, Whitehill & Bordon Regeneration Company, Barratt Homes and Radian.

Leisure centres shaping-up More than £30million is being invested in East Hampshire’s leisure centres – without costing taxpayers a penny.

Two brand new centres are being built and another refurbished and upgraded.

Taro first off the blocks In Petersfield the multi-million pound improvement project is close to completion.

Everyone Active and EHDC have invested £2.8m in the Taro Leisure Centre and the improvements are set to finish this December.

The fitness suite is being extended to include 100 state-of-the-art fitness stations as well as a new free-weights and training area.

On top of this, the reception has been modernised, changing rooms refurbished and a new soft play area installed. Additional minor improvements to the exterior of the building will also take place in 2019.

The community will be invited to celebrate the completion of the project at an event held in the New Year. The Taro Leisure Centre will be opening its doors for free and encouraging visitors to try out the new facilities alongside some well-known sporting faces.

Alton under way Work on the new £20m Alton Sports Centre is progressing well with the foundations and the steel frame for the sports hall expected to be completed this December.

The building will be ready for use by 2020 although customers can continue to use the existing sports centre until that time.

The new centre will have a six-lane swimming pool with hi-tech touchpad timers and seating for 150 spectators.

A learner pool will have an adjustable floor so it can be used safely by different age groups.

Two air-conditioned studios will have mirrored walls and ballet bars and will be used for a range of activities and exercises.

The centre will feature a six-court sports hall with sprung wooden floor and a 130-station gym for those who want to work out.

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What do you think?

Everyone has their view and we want to hear yours EHDC makes lots of decisions about how its services are run every day and we use the best research and data we have available.

But nothing is as valuable as knowing what our residents think. To help us make well-informed decisions we want to find out residents’ views on hot topics that make a big difference to the district.

If you’d like to join, we will ask you to take part in no more than six surveys a year. The survey could be just a single question, or up to 20 questions. They will cover a wide range of topics to help answer questions on the district – be it a service you receive or a masterplan for the future.

All your answers will be held in confidence and will meet the General Data Protection Regulation.

We need residents to step forward and share their views with us via a new online panel. Are you up to the task?

If you need an additional incentive, you will also be entered into an annual draw to win £150 for your efforts!

Help us help the district – visit www.easthants.gov.uk/yourviews for more information.

What do you think of our car parks?

Please complete our survey and share your experiences. The results of the survey will be used to guide how we run car parks in future.

The survey should only take five minutes or less, is anonymous and available online at www.easthants.gov.uk/parking If you would prefer a paper copy, these can be collected from any EHDC office.

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Completed paper surveys should be returned to the Parking Office at Penns Place either directly by post or via the other EHDC offices.

If posting, return to Parking Office, East Hampshire District Council, Penns Place, Petersfield, GU31 4EX. The survey closes on Wednesday 12 December.

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Businesses buddy up s e i t i r a h c l a c o l h wit Businesses are being encouraged to team up with local charities as part of a new scheme launched by East Hampshire District Council.

Called Business Buddies, the scheme partners local firms which want to make a difference in their own community with organisations providing vital services in the area.

East Hampshire companies take their corporate social responsibility seriously and this scheme gives them the chance to contribute to the community that supports them.

Feefo first to sign up One business to have taken up the scheme with enthusiasm is Petersfield-based reviews brand Feefo.

And there are plenty of benefits that show that charity work is also good for business.

Employees are likely to feel more fulfilled and this will improve morale and strengthen the bonds between co-workers. This can help to break down barriers between colleagues and improve communication between departments, leading to more efficient teams.

buddy up with charities relevant to their sector.

Cllr Richard Millard, EHDC Leader, said: “The wellbeing of East Hampshire residents is absolutely what we, as a council, are all about.

“Businesses can offer whatever skills they have from administrative support to fund-raising and from marketing expertise to IT advice.“

The scheme will also provide participants with opportunities for good publicity, especially if businesses

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Feefo has committed to enabling each of its 125 staff members to take two paid days for volunteer work – making an incredible 250 days available to local charities.

Matt Eames, Feefo Chief Strategy Officer, said: “We’re delighted and proud to be part of this new initiative. Here at Feefo we are always looking to support good causes. Our fantastic staff are already sharing ideas and volunteering to take part, so they can give back to the community and causes that matter to them.”

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r u o e t a r b e l Ce s r a t s s t spor Now is your chance to nominate local sporting heroes for an East Hampshire Sports Award.

The awards honour the players, coaches, clubs and volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their sport.

The deadline for nominations is Thursday 31 January 2019.

The winners will be revealed at the annual extravaganza, hosted by Olympic silver medallist Roger Black MBE, which will take place on Thursday 14 March 2019 at Old Thorns in Liphook.

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The East Hampshire Sports Awards celebrate sport and physical activity, as well as the people whose dedication supports and enriches our active communities.

Last year saw winners from football, rugby, trampolining, golf, swimming, squash, walking netball and even a pub pool team.

To nominate go to:

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Join online at everyoneactive.com/MerryChristmas Everyone Active manages these facilities in partnership with East Hampshire District Council. *Offer valid until 31/12/18 on fitness annual memberships.

UK 16+. A joining fee applies and varies by centre. Annual membership – full price must be paid in advance. See www.everyoneactive.com/MerryChristmas for full terms.

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1-2 December All EHDC car parks will be free of charge on the first weekend of December We are supporting: Small Business Saturday on 1 December Petersfield Christmas Festival and Alton Yuletide Festival on Sunday 2 December We’re supporting local businesses so you can too!

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C’s s a m t s away Check out these coupons for an hour’s free parking, discounted leisure centre membership or your chance to win free play sessions or printing.

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For full terms and conditions of these vouchers go to: www.easthants.gov.uk/ christmas-giveaway For more information on how we use your data, go to: www.easthants.gov.uk/privacy-policy PARTNERS

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Apprentice In a competitive employment market, where qualifications can come at a heavy cost, more and more young people are taking on apprenticeships.

Working and studying under the wing of a local employer offers the chance to learn skills, earn money and get ahead of the competition.

EHDC’s Get East Hants Working scheme matches people with local businesses looking to take on new apprentices. The scheme is so popular there are currently businesses waiting to take apprentices on.

The scheme offers funding towards travel, training costs and even tops up wages – apprentices on our

programme are paid more than their counterparts elsewhere in the country.

A huge range of industries and sectors have signed up, offering positions from lawyer to engineer and from carpenter to car mechanic.

Each position offers invaluable on-the-job experience and qualifications from NVQ level 2 up to a degree.

Since its launch in 2013 the scheme has helped 54 apprentices take their first steps on their chosen career path.

Some young apprentices have completed their training while others have just set off on their journey.

Find out more about East Hampshire District Council’s apprenticeship scheme - contact Sarah Flamson, Employment Skills Lead, 01730 234168

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Starting out More young people have signed up to the scheme this year (from left to right) Imogen Gifford is an engineer at Cranford Controls, Alton Charlie Tindall is working as a groundsperson at Alton Town Council Natalie Mitchell is a beautician at Time To Be Me, Petersfield Joshua Willis is an optical assistant at Matheson Opticians, Petersfield

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Luke Gavin is an engineer at Gould and Williams, Alton

The voice of experience

Jack Armitstead – Legal Apprentice Bookers and Bolton Solicitors I heard about my apprenticeship through the Economic Development team at East Hampshire District Council, who had launched an initiative to increase the number of apprenticeship opportunities in the local area. Mine was one of the first legal apprenticeships being offered. My parents and friends encouraged me to take the job as it was an ideal balance between earning a wage while studying to develop my future prospects.

I am very proud to have achieved a Higher Level Diploma in Law and Practice with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. My apprenticeship has offered an alternative, more vocational route into law as opposed to the expensive and uncertain qualification route to become a solicitor.

Kati Whitehead – Engineering Apprentice Morgan Innovations After recovering from depression, I was looking to get my life back on track. My apprenticeship offered the higher education I desired, along with practical career experience and advice from multiple experienced colleagues. I wanted to avoid the trap of needing experience to get a job but needing a job to get experience. With an apprenticeship, you ‘earn as you learn’, both financially and through practical application in a real-world scenario. I have achieved a BEng (Hons) first class degree and five years’ work experience.

My apprenticeship opened up a previously unconsidered career path and has given me a solid foundation upon which to build my future.

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East Hampshire District Council took part in a national campaign to mark 100 years since the end of the First World War.

Does your community project need a cash boost to get it off the ground?

As part of the district’s commemoration of Armistice on 11 November a silhouette statue of a soldier was installed outside the council offices in Penns Place.

The figure, known as Tommy, is one of thousands placed in community locations around the country to depict the shadows of soldiers left absent in the wake of the war.

All EHDC councillors have a budget of £4,500 they can spend on initiatives to help their local area.

It is part of the ‘There But Not There’ campaign to honour those who died in the First World War and educate all generations to understand what led to the deaths of 888,246 British and Commonwealth service personnel and help heal today’s veterans who are suffering from mental and physical wounds.

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unity The Councillor Community Grants Scheme gives local councillors the chance to award grants of between £100 and £1,000 to projects that will provide a benefit to the wider community.

Here are a few of the latest community projects that have been given a helping hand.

Time-saving grant

Women’s rugby

An East Hampshire charity that provides care for people with life-limiting illness has been given a time-saving technological boost that will help staff focus on patients.

A women’s rugby team kicked-off in Petersfield after an East Hampshire District Councillor passed them a startup grant.

The Rosemary Foundation, based in Langrish, has improved its internet access with superfast broadband, thanks to a £1,000 grant from East Hampshire District Councillor Nick Drew.

The improvements have helped with administration and record gathering and, in the view of manager Jeremy Mitchell, has saved staff half a day a week.

Petersfield Rugby Club is bringing women’s rugby back to the town and developing a ladies’ section once again with help from a £717 grant from EHDC Deputy Leader, Cllr Julie Butler.

Work started with visits to local schools to take assemblies, games lessons and after-school clubs to whet the girls’ appetite for the game. This culminated in three taster day training sessions through the summer that saw a wide range of girls pitch up and play.

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Finchdean bench A memorial bench in Finchdean has been replaced thanks in part to a grant from East Hampshire District Councillor Nigel Wren.

The new bench was installed by Rowlands Castle Parish Council after the previous one was vandalised and demolished last year.

The replacement bench was partfunded by a £381 community grant from Cllr Wren and is already proving popular with walkers and cyclists in the village.

f o e p a h s The e m o c o t s thing East Hampshire District Council is now reviewing its Local Plan - the key planning document that sets rules covering housing, employment, infrastructure, health, community facilities and the environment.

The government has asked for all plans to be reviewed every five years, so we are looking at ours again to make sure it is up-to-date and fit for purpose.

The new plan will show what development will be permitted and where. It will ensure our area grows in a way that includes all the things communities need to be sustainable and successful.

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The new plan will only cover parts of the district outside the South Downs National Park.

A draft plan is being drawn up and should be ready for consultation early in 2019.

Details of the consultations will be available on newsletters, online and on social media.

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Whitehill & Bordon

Local Plans have always had a set lifespan before they are reviewed but there is a new national requirement to review plans every five years.

Work is already under way to gather evidence on the future need for homes, community facilities, pitches for gypsies and travellers, plots for travelling showpeople, employment sites and more.

South Downs National Park

In early 2019 we will be talking to residents about the proposed plan.

Key East Hampshire Local Planning Authority Area covered by this Local Plan

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Get COSY to save money and keep warm this winter Residents of Whitehill & Bordon and Lindford can keep warm this winter with the latest energy-saving improvements through an interestfree loan from East Hampshire District Council.

The council has government funds ready for those looking to install home energy improvements such as insulation, a new boiler, double or triple glazed windows or solar panels.

The loan scheme, called COSY, is available for home improvements that minimise energy use and reduce carbon emissions - and residents can apply for any amount up to £7,000.

Making your home energy-efficient can help save a lot of money.

According to www.energysavingtrust. org.uk, if you are living in a semidetached house - replacing an old

boiler can save you up to £200 a year in heating bills.

Heating bills can also be reduced by up to £245 a year with solid wall insulation and £145 a year with cavity wall insulation. Visit the Energy Saving Trust’s website to see how much you could save!

If you are a resident or private landlord in Whitehill & Bordon or Lindford and are interested in the scheme, visit the link below and register your interest quickly using the registration form as the loans are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Your district councillors Below is a list of all East Hampshire district councillors by the ward areas they represent.

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Petersfield St Mary’s

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Petersfield St Peter’s

Andrew Joy • Con 01420 85251 • andrew.joy@easthants.gov.uk

Anthony Williams • Con 01428 712809 • anthony.williams@easthants.gov.uk

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Alton Eastbrooke

Holybourne and Froyle

Alton Amery

Robert Saunders • Con 01420 82669 • robert.saunders@easthants.gov.uk

Alton Ashdell

Dean Phillips • Con 07981 395857 • dean.phillips@easthants.gov.uk

Alton Westbrooke

Edward Brandt • Con 01962 772393 • edward.brandt@easthants.gov.uk

Alton Whitedown

Graham Hill • Con 01420 86221 • graham.hill@easthants.gov.uk

Alton Wooteys

David Orme • Con 07958 531147 • david.orme@easthants.gov.uk

Binsted and Bentley

Ken Carter • Con 01420 22576 • ken.carter@easthants.gov.uk

Bramshott and Liphook

Angela Glass • Con 01428 722375 • angela.glass@easthants.gov.uk Bill Mouland • Con 01428 727260 • bill.mouland@easthants.gov.uk Rebecca Standish • Con 07785 114954 • rebecca.standish@easthants.gov.uk

Clanfield and Finchdean

Ken Moon • Con 023 9259 9602 • ken.moon@easthants.gov.uk Nigel Wren • Con 07831 855439 • nigel.wren@easthants.gov.uk

Downland

Tony Costigan • Con 07770 666896 • tony.costigan@easthants.gov.uk

Ferris Cowper • Con 01428 609858 • ferris.cowper@easthants.gov.uk Richard Millard • Con 01420 489888 • richard.millard@easthants.gov.uk

Glynis Watts • Con 01420 257240 • glynis.watts@easthants.gov.uk

Horndean, Catherington and Lovedean

Sara Schillemore • Con 023 9278 7464 • sara.schillemore@easthants.gov.uk

Horndean Downs

Guy Shepherd • Con 07973 739988 • guy.shepherd@easthants.gov.uk

Horndean, Hazleton and Blendworth

Elaine Tickell • Con 023 9259 7909 • elaine.tickell@easthants.gov.uk

Horndean Kings

David Evans • Con 023 9259 1411 • david.evans@easthants.gov.uk

Horndean Murray

Lynn Evans • Con 023 9259 1411 • lynn.evans@easthants.gov.uk

Lindford

Yvonne Parker Smith • Con 01420 489974 yvonne.parker-smith@easthants.gov.uk

Liss

Mike Kendall • Con 01730 895659 • mike.kendall@easthants.gov.uk Laetitia Pienaar • Con 07874 750045 • laetitia.pienaar@easthants.gov.uk

East Meon

Petersfield Bell Hill

Robert Mocatta • Con 07768 613996 • robert.mocatta@easthants.gov.uk

Jamie Matthews • Independent 01730 233324 • jamie.matthews@easthants.gov.uk

Four Marks and Medstead

Petersfield Causeway

Deborah Brooks Jackson • Con 07484 167743 deborah.brooks.jackson@easthants.gov.uk

Ben Bentley • Con 07883 040977 • ben.bentley@easthants.gov.uk

Ingrid Thomas • Con 01420 561552 • ingrid.thomas@easthants.gov.uk

Julie Butler • Con 01730 300751 • julie.butler@easthants.gov.uk

Froxfield and Steep

Petersfield Rother

Nick Drew • Con 07920 086475 • nick.drew@easthants.gov.uk

Petersfield Heath

Bob Ayer • Con 01730 266571 • bob.ayer@easthants.gov.uk PARTNERS

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Nicky Noble • Con 01730 300856 • nicky.noble@easthants.gov.uk James Abdey • Con 07446 847007 • james.abdey@easthants.gov.uk Charles Louisson • Con 07563 649416 • charles.louisson@easthants.gov.uk

Rowlands Castle

Malcolm Johnson • Con 023 9241 2096 • malcolm.johnson@easthants.gov.uk

Selborne

David Ashcroft • Con 01420 511011 • david.ashcroft@easthants.gov.uk

The Hangers and Forest

Keith Budden • Con 01730 892480 • keith.budden@easthants.gov.uk

Whitehill Chase

Sally Pond • Con 01420 475245 • sally.pond@easthants.gov.uk

Whitehill Deadwater

Tony Muldoon • Con 01420 472064 • tony.muldoon@easthants.gov.uk

Whitehill Hogmoor

Mervyn Smith • Con 01420 511206 • mervyn.smith@easthants.gov.uk

Whitehill Pinewood

Alan Waterhouse • Con 01420 477796 • alan.waterhouse@easthants.gov.uk

Whitehill Walldown

Adam Carew • Con 07712 695554 • adam.carew@easthants.gov.uk

Penns Place Christmas opening hours Mon 24 Dec Closed Tue 25 Dec Closed Wed 26 Dec Closed Thu 27 Dec 9am – 5pm Fri 28 Dec 9am – 5pm Mon 31 Dec Closed Tue 1 Jan Closed Wed 2 Jan 9am – 5pm Thu 3 Jan 9am – 5pm Fri 4 Jan 9am – 5pm

A to Z of council services

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Refuse and recycling collections ............................................0300 300 0013 Road sweeping.............0300 300 0013 Roadkill removal..........0300 300 0013

Abandoned vehicles................ 234021 Accidents in the workplace... 234360 Active lifestyles............................234015 Arts development......................234391

Health and safety at work...... 234360

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Homecheck...................................234313

All numbers 01730 unless otherwise stated

Benefits...........................................234175 Building control.......................... 234208 Business advice............................234165

C Car parks....................... 0300 555 0705 Cemeteries and burials............ 234285 Community planning................234015 Community Forums................. 234073 Community safety......................234167 Contaminated land....................234332 Countryside and biodiversity.... 234386 Council tax....................................234400

D Disabled toilet access............... 234307 Dogs and animals...................... 234360 Domestic violence.....................234344 Drains (private) blocked.......... 234390

E Elections........................................ 234350

F Flooding........................................ 234295 Food and food premises complaints.................................... 234360 Fly-tipping......................0300 300 0013

G Graffiti..............................0300 300 0013 Grants for community projects ...........................................................234391 Grass cutting and grounds maintenance..................0300 300 0013

Historic buildings........................234216 Home energy conservation... 234352 Home improvement loan........234313 Housing..........................................234415 Housing (affordable)................. 234346 Housing (empty homes)..........234313 Housing (grants)..........................234313 Housing (private sector)...........234313 Housing (Radian).......... 0300 123 1567

L Land and property (EHDC owned)............................234043 Land charges............................... 234262

Scrap metal and motor salvage ..........................................................234095 Sports and leisure centres Alton Sports Centre ........................................03330 050457 Mill Chase Leisure Centre ........................................03330 050458 Taro Leisure Centre ........................................03330 050473 Bohunt Centre, Community School...........................01428 724324 Horndean Technology College .......................................023 9259 4325 Sports development.................234015 Street name plates.................... 234390 Street names and numbers...... 234057

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entertainment)........................... 234389

Taxi licences.................................234095 Toilets...............................0300 300 0013 Tourist Information (Petersfield) .......................................................... 268829 Transport........................................234013 Travel concessions (HCC) ............................................ 0300 555 1376 Trees (not woodlands)..............234214

Litter and dog waste bins ............................................0300 300 0013 Litter hotspots (environmental enforcement)................................234131

M Markets (Petersfield).....08438 869 550

P Partners magazine.................... 234030 Pest control.................................. 234360 Planning development............ 234246 Planning policy............................234102 Play equipment............0300 300 0013 Pollution (noise, water, air, land).............. 234360 Population statistics..................234102 Can’t find what you’re looking for?

Go to www.easthants.gov.uk or call 01730 266551

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V Vacancies...................................... 234047 Valuation and listing officer (HM Revenue and Customs) ............................................03000 501 501 Voluntary/community services (Community First HEH) ........................................... 0300 500 8085

W Waste reduction initiatives.........................0300 300 0013

Y Young people (recreation and entertainment)............................234107 Youth Council...............................234186

Recycling, refuse, glass and garden waste

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If you need a calendar go to www.working-together.org.uk and type in your postcode, or contact our customer services team on 0300 300 0013.

Please place the appropriate container at the property boundary by 7am on the day of your collection.

If your bin/box/sack is missed please contact Customer Services on 0300 300 0013 by noon the day after your collection. Unfortunately, if you call after this time the crew will be unable to return.

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