Council makes switch to green diesel for a cleaner collection

  The way waste collections are fuelled in Portsmouth is set to change for the better. Portsmouth City Council’s waste collection vehicles will be using a cleaner, greener fuel created from vegetable oil in order to comply with the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) that is due to start in the city on 29 November 2021. […]

New guests and returning artists confirmed for Portsmouth Comic Con 2022

  A stellar Artist Alley line-up featuring some of the greatest writers and illustrators in the industry sponsored by online specialist marketplace, Catawiki, will be yours to enjoy at Portsmouth Comic Con – International Festival of Comics 2022! With many guests from the rolled over 2020 and 2021 events now reconfirmed to appear at the […]

Have your say on new football hub proposal in Cosham

Complete the short survey by Sunday 31 October 2021 Portsmouth residents are being asked to give their feedback on Portsmouth City Council’s plans for a new football hub in Cosham, by Sunday 31 October 2021. Portsmouth has been an area that has a shortfall of Artificial Grass Pitches (AGPs) to support the development of youth […]

Care Leavers of Portsmouth are soon to be matched with their mentors

Care Leavers of Portsmouth are soon to be matched with their Shaping Portsmouth mentors. Our Care Leavers programme provides support for young people after leaving care, and to prepare those still in the care system for their next steps. Following on from our update at the successful Business Leaders Event, all our mentors have now […]

Last chance to visit fascinating Diving Deep exhibition and explore the seabed without getting wet this half term

Join Portsmouth Historic Dockyard for a fun-filled half term with hands-on craft activities, the last chance to be transported to the seabed in a fascinating interactive exhibition and Tales of Three Ships storytelling that will keep all the family entertained. On 23rd October from 12 pm to 4 pm, Red Sauce Theatre presents a special Halloween performance, a tale about a tail, one that was owned by a […]

Assessing the feasibility of a transport hub in Cosham

Work is underway to investigate what a ‘transport hub’ could look like in Cosham. Transport hubs create more seamless journey experiences, offering a variety of facilities in the area, such as delivery lockers and toilets, around existing stations and bus terminals. They also provide more options for continuing journeys with electric vehicle charge points and […]

Vaccines roll-out boosts winter protection

This winter’s flu vaccine programme is now rolling out to more people than ever before to help reduce the spread of the flu this winter. It is thought a higher than usual number of people could catch flu this year, and suffer more severe symptoms, as fewer people were exposed to the flu virus last […]

Revamped restaurant at HSDC South Downs unveils new look

  A modern, sophisticated new-look restaurant was unveiled at HSDC South Downs as special guests attended the launch night for 74 South. A selection of canapés and stylish mocktails were enjoyed by visitors to the South Downs Campus onsite restaurant, which has been completely renovated and revitalised. Staff and students collaborated on the vision for […]