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New Forest District Council’s (NFDC) Cabinet will next week (5 August 2026) consider switching to the government’s new planning system to produce a stronger, more deliverable Local Plan that reflects national reforms, Local Government Reorganisation, and the work already carried out with communities.

New Forest District Council (NFDC) has reintroduced an anti-littering campaign on the A35.

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is advising residents that waste and recycling collections will start earlier than usual this week due to high temperatures.

New Forest District Council  (NFDC) Leader, Cllr Jill Cleary, has issued a video update to residents outlining the council’s work following the government’s decision on local government reorganisation (LGR).

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is advising residents that waste and recycling collections will start earlier than usual this week due to extreme heat.

At Council yesterday (Thursday 26 February), New Forest District Council (NFDC) approved its budget for 2026/27, ensuring continued investment in essential services.

The £6.15 a year increase is a 2.99% rise on the 2025/26 Council Tax. Hampshire County Council, Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, and New Forest town and parish councils have also set their amounts for the 2026/27 Council Tax bill. The average* amount for a…

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is inviting residents to have their say as the next stage of their Local Plan review gets underway.

New Forest drivers are being urged to drive with extra care in the National Park amid an increase in animal accidents.