That's a wrap for 2025!
December 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of Fareham Borough Council's E-panel.
It's a great way to get involved with Council consultations and it gives residents a chance to have their say.
Engagement Highlights 2025
Click on the image above to view our highlights from 2025
A Big Thank You!
As 2025 draws to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in our community engagement activities this year.
Your involvement has made a real difference in shaping our Borough and strengthening our sense of community.
From attending vibrant events as part of our Let's Talk Fareham Roadshow, to participating in key consultations, your feedback has helped:
- Deliver the first phase of improvemnts to community facilities at Fareham Park
- Develop a new Air Quality Strategy for the Borough
- Shape a Later living Strategy for Fareham Residents
- Continue to aid the delivery of your Town Centre Regeneration
Your feedback and enthusiasm have been invaluable!
You can view the feedback from all our consultations here
Looking Ahead to 2026
We're excited to share what's coming up next year! Here are just a few highlights:
- Town Centre Regeneration
Continue to develop and transform the Town Centre, to create a vibrant, welcoming environment for residents and visitors, with more opportunities for you to have your say.
- Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation
Continuing our journey, working to ensure Fareham has a strong voice and delivers the best outcomes for our community.
- Housing Strategy and Policy
Have your say on key policies that affect Fareham Housing Tenants
Let's Talk Fareham Roadshow 2026
We will be taking the Let's Talk Fareham gazebo to a number of popular events across the Borough to highlight the work of the council and gather your feedback on a variety of topics.
Keep an eye on our webpage and social media 
for updates, event details, and ways to get involved.
Local Government Reorgansiation (LGR)
The Government is consulting on proposals for new Unitary Authorities in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. You can comment on the different options up to 11 January 2026.
Fareham's Joint Proposal:
Eleven Councils across Hampshire, including Fareham Borough Council have submitted a joint proposal to government for five new Unitary Authorities built around the anchor cities and towns of Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester and Basingstoke. Fareham Council is proposing to create a new Council (Unitary Authority) with:
- Havant Borough Council
- Gosport Borough Council
- Portsmouth City Council
There are three other options for consideration. These include the proposal submitted by Hampshire County Council and East Hampshire District Council. This recommends three new mainland Unitary Authorities and one on the Isle of Wight.
Find out more and take part here
Have Your Say on Fareham's Draft Licensing Policy 2026-2031
Fareham Borough Council is reviewing its Statement of Licensing Policy for 2026–2031. This policy sets out how we regulate the sale of alcohol, entertainment, and late-night refreshment to promote public safety, prevent crime and disorder, and protect our communities.
We would like your feedback to ensure the policy document reflects local needs and priorities.
Find out more and have your say here
Consultation open until 14 January 2026
Changes to Council Tax Reduction Scheme 2026/27
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) can be claimed by people on low income to help pay their Council Tax.
From 1 April 2026 the council is proposing to replace the existing means tested system with a income banded scheme that is easier to understand but still continues to support the most vulnerable.
Find out more and have your say on the proposed changes here
Consultation open until 18 January 2026
Other Consultations
Household Waste Reuse Survey
Hampshire County Council is inviting residents to share their views on how household items are reused, repaired, or disposed of and on wider issues around consumption and resource management.
Your feedback will help shape future work on waste reduction, waste management, and sustainability
Find out more and have your say here
Consultation open until 11 January 2026
Stay up to date
Let's Talk Fareham Facebook Group
Join the Let's Talk Fareham Facebook Group to stay up to date with the latest consultations and events.
Have your say by taking part in discussions, fun quizzes, online polls and competitions!
Join now .
Consultation Feedback
Get all the feedback and actions taken from past consultations by visiting the Council's
Fareham Climate Change Toolkits
The Council has put together some information packs for our Residents, Community Groups and Businesses to help them on their carbon reduction journeys.
We have tried to include information for everyone. So, it doesn't matter if you're just starting out or already a climate change champion, we hope there are some useful tips for everyone.
For any queries please message the consultation team: