The Government has launched an open consultation on a proposal to form a Mayoral Combined County Authority for the local government areas in Hampshire County Council, Portsmouth City Council, Isle of Wight Council, and Southampton City Council (referred to as Hampshire and the Solent in this consultation).

 

Now’s the time to have your say in the devolution consultation on proposals to create a new Strategic Authority for the wider region of Hampshire, Portsmouth, Southampton and Isle of Wight.

 

With the changes set to bring huge investment and extra powers from Government to Hampshire we’re encouraging anyone who lives and works in the region to give their views. 

 

The consultation runs for eight weeks and will be open until 11:59pm on 13 April 2025.

 

You can find more information about the devolution proposals for the wider Hampshire area, including a Q&A on the County Council’s website.