The final election results for the division of Petersfield Butser. Marcus Fairweather caught up with winner, councillor David Podger of the Liberal Democrats after the results. 

The final election results for the division of Petersfield Butser. Marcus Fairweather caught up with winner, councillor David Podger of the Liberal Democrats after the results.&nbsp;

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This is the statement from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (who provide servcies at Petersfield Hosptal.)

We asked about what the old Rowan Ward Space was to be used for. They provided this statement:

Wendy Rees, Managing Director, Portsmouth and South East Hampshire Division at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust :

“By rolling out the home-based rehabilitation improvements, we have looked at how existing and additional community and mental health services in Petersfield Hospital can be best provided.

“Alongside the well-used Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) we want to provide flexible clinical space in the hospital in line with what data is telling us. We also need to play our part in modernising care delivery aligned to the  NHS 10-year health plan and Trust strategic aims. 

“Building on ideas shared by community members, we have drawn up proposals to expand the hospital’s range of clinical expertise such as Urgent Community Response (UCR), geriatric (older people), physiotherapy, musculoskeletal (MSK) and mental health professionals.

“We are creating an urgent care hub in some of the Rowan Ward space. The hub will offer appointment and treatment options, care for those who have frailty needs and those at risk of hospital admission, as part of our UCR offer and hospital at home national model.

“We are also using some of the Rowan Ward space to see community mental health patients, ensuring that more individuals are seen, treated and supported than previously possible

“Redesigning hospital space and repurposing Rowan Ward will ensure that the Trust provides an effective range of healthcare services to local communities long term.”

This is the statement from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (who provide servcies at Petersfield Hosptal.)
We asked about what the old Rowan Ward Space was to be used for. They provided this statement:
Wendy Rees, Managing Director, Portsmouth and South East Hampshire Division at Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust :
&ldquo;By rolling out the home-based rehabilitation improvements, we have looked at how existing and additional community and mental health services in Petersfield Hospital can be best provided.
&ldquo;Alongside the well-used Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) we want to provide flexible clinical space in the hospital in line with what data is telling us. We also need to play our part in modernising care delivery aligned to the&nbsp; NHS 10-year health plan and Trust strategic aims.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Building on ideas shared by community members, we have drawn up proposals to expand the hospital&rsquo;s range of clinical expertise such as Urgent Community Response (UCR), geriatric (older people), physiotherapy, musculoskeletal (MSK) and mental health professionals.
&ldquo;We are creating an urgent care hub in some of the Rowan Ward space. The hub will offer appointment and treatment options, care for those who have frailty needs and those at risk of hospital admission, as part of our UCR offer and hospital at home national model.
&ldquo;We are also using some of the Rowan Ward space to see community mental health patients, ensuring that more individuals are seen, treated and supported than previously possible
&ldquo;Redesigning hospital space and repurposing Rowan Ward will ensure that the Trust provides an effective range of healthcare services to local communities long term.&rdquo;

Urgent care hub  and community mental health in  the Rowan Ward space

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Shopping Returns to Herne Farm as Former Co-op Reopens.
Break out the Pimms - Winton Houses says thanks to its volunteers.
The Salvation Army exhibition marks 140 years in Petersfield.
We have this week’s What’s On.

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Published at 5:00am on 16 June, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Shopping Returns to Herne Farm as Former Co-op Reopens.</li>
<li>Break out the Pimms - Winton Houses says thanks to its volunteers.</li>
<li>The Salvation Army exhibition marks 140 years in Petersfield.</li>
<li>We have this week&rsquo;s What&rsquo;s On.</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
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Published at 5:00am on 16 June, 2026

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Get outdoors and explore the beautiful Petersfield Heath on the next Wild Wander wellbeing walk. Led by PTC Ranger Jacob Gibson on Sunday 21 June at 1pm, this guided walk will visit lesser-known areas of the Heath while introducing participants to the fascinating topic of queer ecology.

Jacob Gibson from Petersfield Town Council is here to tell you more about the many walks and the benefits of walking

Get outdoors and explore the beautiful Petersfield Heath on the next Wild Wander wellbeing walk. Led by PTC Ranger Jacob Gibson on Sunday 21 June at 1pm, this guided walk will visit lesser-known areas of the Heath while introducing participants to the fascinating topic of queer ecology.
Jacob Gibson from Petersfield Town Council is here to tell you more about the many walks and the benefits of walking

Petersfield Butser-results and interview

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