Cllr Richard Millard shared his disappointment with Shine Radio as the recent decision from the Government to split East Hampshire into two new mainland authorities.

From 2028 all the councils in Hampshire will be dissolved and five new unitary councils will be established.

He warns the overhaul is “politically driven”, risks financial instability and favours urban areas, whilst failing our rural communities.

Cllr Richard Millard shared his disappointment with Shine Radio as the recent decision from the Government to split East Hampshire into two new mainland authorities.
From 2028 all the councils in Hampshire will be dissolved and five new unitary councils will be established.
He warns the overhaul is &ldquo;politically driven&rdquo;, risks financial instability and favours urban areas, whilst failing our rural communities.

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.

Voices and stories from Petersfield in Hampshire, UK