The local plans, investments and decisions worth following.
These are 5 selected projects and programmes checked against official sources. A plan is not a completed project; each record shows what the source establishes.
Whitehill & Bordon and surrounding communities
Whitehill & Bordon: proposed Health Hub
The district wants confirmation of funding and agreed terms before it keeps its contribution allocated.
Funding and terms unresolved in September update · evidence dated 2026-09-24
Responsible body: NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight health commissioners, Defence Infrastructure Organisation and Whitehill & Bordon Regeneration Company; district council funding partner
Latest evidence: The council seeks written confirmation by 24 December 2026. Without it, Cabinet would consider withdrawing the 2021 allocation and discuss retaining and improving Chase Hospital. This is a conditional next step, not a closure or withdrawal already decided.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Almost £1 million district allocation under review; full build and running finance not confirmed.
- Area covered
- The named location is verified. An official project boundary has not been matched to current wards; no ward-wide impact is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Whitehill & Bordon health-hub funding review, 24 September 2026 →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Resolve the Health Hub funding gap openly →
Keep town-centre promises tied to delivery →
Bring support closer to people in poor health →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Whitehill & Bordon town centre
Whitehill & Bordon: new foodstore
Construction activity was reported as part of the emerging town centre.
Work started in dated update; opening unverified · evidence dated 2025-08-28
Responsible body: Whitehill & Bordon Regeneration Company, Defence Infrastructure Organisation and Sainsbury’s
Latest evidence: The update records site clearance and a proposed October 2026 opening. The opening is not confirmed by this source.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- The named location is verified. An official project boundary has not been matched to current wards; no ward-wide impact is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Whitehill & Bordon foodstore work begins, 28 August 2025 →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Keep town-centre promises tied to delivery →
Connect local skills to local opportunities →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Whitehill & Bordon, Greatham and Lindford
Whitehill & Bordon: warmer homes grants
Eligible vulnerable households can seek help with energy-saving improvements, subject to the remaining fund and eligibility.
Grant scheme announced; remaining funding unverified · evidence dated 2026-06-18
Responsible body: East Hampshire District Council
Latest evidence: The June notice describes a £35,000 fund with up to £3,500 per eligible household. It names age, health and young-child eligibility. Availability must be checked before applying.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Developer contribution from Quebec Park; a limited fund, not a universal grant.
- Area covered
- The named location is verified. An official project boundary has not been matched to current wards; no ward-wide impact is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Home Health Fund, 18 June 2026 →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Target home improvements where they help most →
Make room for homes people can afford →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Forest Community Centre, Whitehill & Bordon
Bordon: Forest Community Centre energy upgrades
Energy-saving improvements at the community centre are reported complete.
Works reported complete · evidence dated 2026-03-12
Responsible body: East Hampshire District Council and the centre
Latest evidence: The dated council update confirms completed improvement works funded through local development contributions. Forecast energy or bill savings are not treated as measured annual results.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- The named location is verified. An official project boundary has not been matched to current wards; no ward-wide impact is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Forest Community Centre energy works completed, 12 March 2026 →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Keep community buildings affordable to run →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →Alton Social Bowling Club
Alton: solar panels at the Social Bowling Club
A community grant helped the club install solar panels.
Panels reported installed in March 2026 · evidence dated 2026-08-27
Responsible body: East Hampshire District Council, Alton Town Council and the club
Latest evidence: The council update distinguishes installation from expected future electricity generation and carbon savings; those forecasts are not counted as achieved savings.
Next thing to establish: What is the approved cost, including ongoing maintenance?
Progress, funding and source
- Cost
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Funding
- Not established by the evidence checked.
- Area covered
- The named location is verified. An official project boundary has not been matched to current wards; no ward-wide impact is inferred.
No verified ward footprint is assigned.
Alton Social Bowling Club solar panels installed, 27 August 2026 →
Source checked 2026-10-17. A plan or announcement is not proof of completion.
Questions for the next progress report
- Which funding is committed, and what remains conditional?
- Which neighbourhoods are covered by an official project plan, and which benefits still need testing?
- What is the next published milestone, and what evidence will show residents benefit?
Keep community buildings affordable to run →
Target support where disadvantages overlap →
How to track delivery →