Our role

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Helping Hampshire and the Solent plan for sustainable growth

We aim to:

Create constructive dialogue

We provide a trusted setting for open discussion between local government and the development community.

Improve understanding

We help members understand political, planning, infrastructure and economic priorities across Hampshire and the Solent.

Address barriers early

We identify shared delivery challenges and create opportunities to discuss practical responses before issues become entrenched.

Support sustainable development

We promote development that responds to local character, infrastructure capacity, environmental constraints and climate change.

Strengthen the regional voice

We amplify members’ views on issues affecting Hampshire and the Solent and contribute to wider regional and national discussions.

Share knowledge and good practice

We enable members to learn from projects, places and approaches across the region and beyond.

Key issues for Hampshire and the Solent

Local government reorganisation, devolution and the creation of a new Strategic Authority

Water supply, utilities and digital connectivity

Housing need, affordability and identifying suitable development land

Environmental protections, including the Solent and the region’s two National Parks

Transport capacity and better connections by road, rail, walking, cycling and micromobility

The future of the region’s airport, ports, freight and ferry infrastructure

Town- and city-centre regeneration and attracting investment

Planning reform and the preparation of a new Spatial Development Strategy

High-quality design that responds to Hampshire’s urban, coastal and rural character

Climate resilience and the transition to lower-carbon development

Be part of the conversation

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