More great journeys set to begin in Portsmouth, with bumper maiden calls scheduled in 2022
2022 brings a new cruise season to Portsmouth, which includes many maiden visits for both ships and cruise lines, along with the return of many longstanding customers. This initial release of the cruise schedule, which is due to be added to as the year progresses, will see many cruise passengers begin their journeys in the […]
Tenants of rundown block offered support
People living in a notorious block of privately-owned flats have been offered help and support by Portsmouth City Council. Windsor House, in Canal Walk, hit the headlines last week because of the shocking conditions tenants have been enduring. A council team visited the flats last Friday and spoke to as many tenants as possible. Visits […]
There’s still time to share experiences of shared housing in Portsmouth
Tenants, landlords and those living or working near houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Portsmouth still have time to share their experiences in a survey before it closes on Sunday 16 January. Hundreds of local people have shared their views so far, but there are still opportunities for tenants, landlords and residents to have their […]
Port ready to dock and roll with installation of new e-scooter docking station
Portsmouth International Port has continued its drive towards a sustainable future as they take part in a city-wide rental e-scooter trial, alongside offering electric vehicle charging options for passengers and staff. With this expansion of Portsmouth’s rental e-scooter trial, passengers can now travel by rental e-scooter to interchange with regular ferry and National Express services that […]
£40m boost ‘just the beginning’ of Portsmouth’s social value benefits
Portsmouth economy is set to benefit from a £40m injection thanks to the city’s new social value policy with even bigger benefits set to come. In less than a year, Portsmouth City Council has already secured commitments from contractors for the impressive economic boost in addition to the creation of more than 100 local jobs, […]
Share your views on improvements to Portsmouth City Centre
People are being encouraged to have their say on schemes designed to improve traffic flows for public transport in the centre of Portsmouth. Portsmouth City Council has launched a survey to share plans about improvements to key areas in the city centre, and to collect people’s opinions on how best to implement changes. The planned […]
Launch of the Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards
Nominations are now open for the next Pamodzi Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Awards to mark International Women’s Day. Hosted by Pamodzi Creatives, the Awards are an opportunity for you to nominate any inspirational woman or girl who has made a positive impact to their community, whatever the context. Now in its fourth year, the Pamodzi […]
Portsmouth plans for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022
Big Lunch events, lighting beacons in the north and south of the city, grants for environmentally friendly legacy projects and a weekend of street parties are among the exciting plans Portsmouth City Council has to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II will be celebrated in June 2022 […]
Time’s running out to apply for school places
If you have a child starting infant, primary or junior school this September, then apply for a place now. That’s the message to local families from Portsmouth City Council, as the application closing date, Saturday 15 January, approaches. Cllr Suzy Horton, the council’s Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education, urged parents to get applications […]
Wightlink challenges Isle of Wight primary schools to come up with good ideas to benefit the environment
Wightlink has launched a new £10,000 fund to encourage Isle of Wight primary schools to undertake projects that help the environment. Wightlink Green Fund for Schools grants, typically between £500-£1,000 in value, will be available for educational projects to bring lasting environmental benefit to schools and their communities and help Islanders to live in […]