The chancellor has defended her tax rises and says she's bringing down energy costs. But Damian Hinds says he's concerned for East Hampshire's farmers, hospitality and retail businesses.... and he wants support for the local English wine sector.

The chancellor has defended her tax rises and says she's bringing down energy costs. But Damian Hinds says he's concerned for East Hampshire's farmers, hospitality and retail businesses.... and he wants support for the local English wine sector.

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We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

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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.
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Petersfield's MP is gloomy about the budget.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Age Concern Petersfield Appeal for support
Good news for Petersfield commuters headed for London
It’s the start of a new year, why not think about joining a new group
And let’s see what is on the foodbank list this week

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

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Published at 4:58am on 7 January, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Age Concern Petersfield Appeal for support</li>
<li>Good news for Petersfield commuters headed for London</li>
<li>It&rsquo;s the start of a new year, why not think about joining a new group</li>
<li>And let&rsquo;s see what is on the foodbank list this week</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.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 7 January, 2026

Local news for Wednesday 7th January

In East Hampshire the homelessness numbers remain well below the country average. In 2025 an average of four people were confirmed as sleeping roughly.

As the colder weather hits our streets, Shine Radio spoke to Cabinet member Cllr Adeel Shah to find out what support is there to help anyone homeless.

In East Hampshire the homelessness numbers remain well below the country average. In 2025 an average of four people were confirmed as sleeping roughly.
As the colder weather hits our streets, Shine Radio spoke to Cabinet member Cllr Adeel Shah to find out what support is there to help anyone homeless.

As the weather gets colder, what does this mean for anyone homeless?

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Petersfield author remembers ‘Goodnight Mr Tom’s’ beginnings
Where will all the old gadgets go
Museum wins Grant to make the full Flora Twort collection easily available
…and after the news we’ve got your Shine Radio What’s On Guide with the latest happenings around the Petersphere.

To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.

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Published at 4:58am on 6 January, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
<ul>
<li>Petersfield author remembers &lsquo;Goodnight Mr Tom&rsquo;s&rsquo; beginnings</li>
<li>Where will all the old gadgets go</li>
<li>Museum wins Grant to make the full Flora Twort collection easily available</li>
<li>&hellip;and after the news we&rsquo;ve got your Shine Radio What&rsquo;s On Guide with the latest happenings around the Petersphere.</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.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 6 January, 2026

Petersfield's MP is gloomy about the budget.

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