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Nick’s Leader of Hampshire County Council; HCC Cllr for Romsey Rural & TVBC Cllr for Blackwater

Promoted by MJ Rawson-Smith, on behalf of Nick Adams-King, all at 13 Market Place, Romsey SO51 8NA

⚠️ M3 JUNCTION 9: EMERGENCY CLOSURE TONIGHT AND UPCOMING OVERNIGHT CLOSURES ⚠️National Highways has provided the followi...
15/09/2026

⚠️ M3 JUNCTION 9: EMERGENCY CLOSURE TONIGHT AND UPCOMING OVERNIGHT CLOSURES ⚠️

National Highways has provided the following update about planned works around M3 Junction 9 over the next few weeks.

🚨 EMERGENCY SAFETY CLOSURE — TONIGHT

Tuesday 15 September, 9pm to midnight:

The M3 northbound will be closed between Junction 9 and Junction 8 while a damaged safety barrier is repaired.

Diversion: [M3 Junction 9 to Junction 8 northbound](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1Q644FJpd4YrhS1ziE-71VTuOk1KKhNU&usp=sharing)

🌿 A34 NORTHBOUND CLOSURES

Wednesday 16, Thursday 17, Friday 18 and Saturday 19 September, from 8pm until 6am each night:

The A34 northbound will be closed from M3 Junction 9 to Three Maids Hill for vegetation clearance.

Diversion: [A34 northbound](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1_w4jqf78bN5IZpS2cPdePQDqUM9oLjE&usp=sharing)

🚧 EASTON LANE WESTBOUND CLOSURES

Overnight from Monday 28 September until Friday 9 October, from 8pm until 6am, excluding weekends:

Easton Lane westbound, travelling towards Tesco, will be closed for excavation work associated with the new southwest subway.

Diversion: [Easton Lane westbound](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1CtvDvWb8WuM85NnlFvRH8fw_z_H5bqY&usp=sharing)

🚧 M3 NORTHBOUND EXIT SLIP ROAD CLOSURES

Thursday 8 and Friday 9 October, from 8pm until 6am each night:

The M3 Junction 9 northbound exit slip road will be closed for southwest subway excavation work.

Diversion: [M3 northbound exit slip road](https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=163KGdmXEtun7pnLn8hRGPT8YRVImzog&usp=sharing)

National Highways advises drivers to switch off their satnavs and follow the signed diversion routes, as satnavs may direct traffic towards closed sections or unsuitable local roads.

Please plan ahead, allow extra time for your journey and share this information with anyone who may be travelling through the Wi******er area.

Here is this month's parish newsletter from St Margaret's in Wellow and St Leonard's in Sherfield English:
15/09/2026

Here is this month's parish newsletter from St Margaret's in Wellow and St Leonard's in Sherfield English:

🐷 Today marks the first day of pannage in the New Forest!Pannage is an ancient commoning tradition in which local Common...
14/09/2026

🐷 Today marks the first day of pannage in the New Forest!

Pannage is an ancient commoning tradition in which local Commoners turn their pigs out onto the open Forest to forage for fallen acorns, beech mast, chestnuts and other autumn foods.

As well as preserving an important part of our Forest heritage, pannage has a practical purpose: pigs can eat the acorns that may be harmful to ponies, cattle and donkeys when consumed in large quantities.

Please take extra care while the pigs are out:

🚗 Slow down and be prepared to stop—pigs may wander onto or beside the road.

🐖 Give them plenty of space and allow them to cross in their own time.

🚫 Never feed, touch, chase or attempt to move them, even if they appear friendly.

🐕 Keep dogs under close control and put them on a lead when pigs are nearby.

👀 Enjoy watching them from a safe distance, and never get between a sow and her piglets.

If you are involved in or witness a collision with a Forest animal, please call 999—even if the animal appears unhurt.

The pigs are an important part of the working New Forest, so please help keep them, yourselves and other road users safe. 🐷🌳

A wonderful day at DemFest yesterday in the beautiful surroundings of Sir Harold Hillier Gardens.A huge thank you to eve...
14/09/2026

A wonderful day at DemFest yesterday in the beautiful surroundings of Sir Harold Hillier Gardens.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the event such an enjoyable and memorable occasion. It was a real pleasure to catch up with familiar faces, meet new people and share so many thoughtful conversations.

My particular thanks go to the brilliant ROMDAG team, whose hard work, organisation and enthusiasm made the whole event possible. A tremendous amount of effort goes into bringing an occasion like this together, and it was greatly appreciated.

Thank you all for such a warm welcome and a fantastic day!

⚠️ Southern Water works update: Dunbridge Lane and Romsey RoadI’ve received an update from Southern Water about its work...
14/09/2026

⚠️ Southern Water works update: Dunbridge Lane and Romsey Road

I’ve received an update from Southern Water about its work to replace the ageing water main along Dunbridge Lane.

To connect the new pipe to the existing main, two-way temporary traffic lights will be in place on Romsey Road at the junction with Dunbridge Lane from Monday 14 September until Tuesday 22 September.

The lights will be manually controlled during the busiest periods:

• 7.30am–9.30am
• 3pm–5pm

Dunbridge Lane will remain closed under a rolling road closure until Friday 16 October, with the existing diversion staying in place.

I appreciate how disruptive these works can be, so please allow extra time for your journey if you’re travelling through the area.

For questions, contact Southern Water on 0330 303 0368 and quote reference PRN 835157.

Here are the new planning applications this week in Chilworth and Nursling & Rownahms:NURSLING AND ROWNHAMS 26/01936/FUL...
13/09/2026

Here are the new planning applications this week in Chilworth and Nursling & Rownahms:

NURSLING AND ROWNHAMS

26/01936/FULLS
Convert garage to living accommodation and extend driveway

76 Bodding Avenue, Nursling, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 0BJ

26/00695/OUTS
Outline Planning Application with all matters reserved (except for principal access to the highway) for the phased development of up to 230 dwellings, up to 100m2 of flexible Use Class E/F2(a or b) floorspace, micro-mobility hub, public open space, landscaping, biodiversity enhancements, and associated green, hard, and other infrastructure

Land East Of Broadleaf Park Development, Shutler Close
Rownhams, Hampshire

Just the one new planning application in the Dun Valley parishes this week:WEST TYTHERLEY AND FRENCHMOOR 26/01910/FULLSE...
13/09/2026

Just the one new planning application in the Dun Valley parishes this week:

WEST TYTHERLEY AND FRENCHMOOR

26/01910/FULLS
Erect oak framed garage

Drove Farm Cottage, Dean Road, West Dean, Salisbury Hampshire SP5 1JW

Here are the new planning applications this week in the Blackwater Parishes:MICHELMERSH AND TIMSBURY26/01835/FULLSChange...
13/09/2026

Here are the new planning applications this week in the Blackwater Parishes:

MICHELMERSH AND TIMSBURY

26/01835/FULLS
Change of Use of agricultural land to Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace including supporting infrastructure and parking

Land At Fairbourne Farm, Kiln Lane, Braishfield, Hampshire

ROMSEY TOWN

26/01906/FULLS
Construction of 98 dwellings with vehicular access, pedestrian and cycle links, drainage, landscaping, open space and other associated works and infrastructure

Land East Of Southampton Road, Romsey, Hampshire,

WELLOW

26/01901/FULLS
Proposed roof extension to form front gable

Squirrels Gate, Romsey Road, East Wellow, Romsey Hampshire SO51 6BG

Here are the roadworks across southern Test Valley this week. As always, please keep an eye on the yellow signs for the...
13/09/2026

Here are the roadworks across southern Test Valley this week.

As always, please keep an eye on the yellow signs for the most up to date information.

Ampfield

- A3090 Ampfield Hill, traffic control on Friday for Openreach works.
- Pound Lane closed to 18th September for Southern Water works.

Awbridge

- Dunbridge Lane closed to 16th October for Southern Water main replacement.

Broughton

- A30, Salisbury Road closed for overnight resurfacing 20.00 – 06.00 to 18th September. The works will occur during this period, and may not be in place every night.
- Horsebridge Road, closed from Tuesday to 28th September for Southern Water works.

Chilworth

- Birch Road, closed on Monday for HCC Highway repairs.
- Roman Road, traffic control to 18th September for SGN works.
- Birch Road closed to 18th September for SGN works.
- Pine Walk, traffic control until 5th October for SGN works.
- Bournemouth Road, closed overnight from Monday night to Saturday morning, 20.00 – 06.00 each night for HCC Highways repairs.

East Dean

- East Dean Road, traffic control until Tuesday for Southern Water works.

Hursley

- A3090 Main Road, traffic control until 15th September for SSEN works outside the Kings Head.

King’s Somborne

- Wi******er Road, closed on Tuesday and Wednesday for Southern Water works..
- The Cross closed on Tuesday and Wednesday for Southern Water works.
- Church Road, closed on Monday 09.00 – 16.00 for Southern Water works.

Lockerley

- Oval Road, closed on Monday 09.30-15.00 for HCC Highway road repairs.

Longstock

- A30, Salisbury Road and Salisbury Hill, closed for overnight resurfacing 20.00 – 06.00 to 18th September. The works will occur during this period, and may not be in place every night.

Melchet Park and Plaitford

- Giles Lane, closed on Wednesday for HCC Highways road repairs.

Michelmersh & Timsbury

- A3057 Stockbridge Road, by the Bear and Ragged Staff, traffic control from Wednesday to 22nd September for HCC Highways drainage works.
- Yokesford Hill, traffic control from Wednesday to Friday for HCC Highways tree works.

North Baddesley

- Rownhams Road, closed from Monday to 23rd September for HCC Highways road repairs, road closed 09.30-16.00 daily.
- Rownhams Lane, traffic control on Thursday and Friday for HCC Highways repairs.

Romsey

- Yokesford Hill, traffic control from Wednesday to Friday for HCC Highways tree works.
- Cherville Street, traffic control on Tuesday for HCC Highways road repairs, 09.00 – 15.00.
- Cupernham Lane, traffic control until 20th September for SGN works.
- A3090 Wi******er Road, traffic control on Thursday for HCC Highways repairs.
- Halterworth Lane, traffic control on Thursday and Friday for Openreach works.
- Ashdown Way, traffic control until 16th October for SGN works.
- A27 Luzborough Lane, traffic control to 19th September to the west of the Luzborough roundabout for SSEN works.
- Halterworth Lane, traffic control until Thursday for SSEN works.
- A3090 Wi******er Road, traffic control from Monday to Wednesday for Southern Water works.
- A3057 Southampton Road, by the old tyre dump, traffic control on Saturday for SSEN works.

Sherfield English

- A27 Salisbury Road, traffic control from Wednesday to Friday by Bunny Lane for HCC Highways tree works.

Stockbridge

- Winton Hill traffic control on Monday and Tuesday for Virgin Media works.
- A30, Salisbury Road and Salisbury Hill, closed for overnight resurfacing 20.00 – 06.00 to 18th September. The works will occur during this period, and may not be in place every night.

Valley Park

- Knightwood Road traffic lights, traffic control until Monday for HCC Highway repairs.

Wellow

- Blackhill Road closed until Monday for South West Water works.
- Whinwhistle Road, traffic control on Wednesday for National Grid works.

Minor works also this week in Ampfield, Chilworth, King’s Somborne, Michelmersh & Timsbury, North Baddesley, Nursling and Rownhams, Ower, Plaitford, Romsey, Valley Park, Wellow,

This information is correct as of Saturday evening and might be subject to change or addition over the week ahead. As always, keep an eye out for the yellow signs which give you the most up-to-date information about dates, times and scope of work.

🚧 Roadworks Update: Hampshire, Southampton & Portsmouth 📅 Week commencing 13 – 19 September 2026After the return to sch...
12/09/2026

🚧 Roadworks Update: Hampshire, Southampton & Portsmouth
📅 Week commencing 13 – 19 September 2026

After the return to school last week, traffic levels remain high across Hampshire. There is some welcome news, however, with the phased opening of the new M27 Junction 10 layout, although major improvement works continue elsewhere on the network.

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🚗 Motorways

M27 Junction 10 – Fareham / Welborne

✅ A major milestone this week.

The new Junction 10 layout begins opening in phases from Monday, providing motorists with improved access to and from the M27 for the first time.

Although this is excellent news, the project is not yet complete.

Drivers should still expect:

• Overnight lane and slip road closures.
• Temporary speed limits.
• Landscaping and technology installation.
• Occasional traffic management while final works are completed.

➡️ Please take extra care as everyone becomes familiar with the new road layout. citeturn0search3

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M3 Junction 9 – Wi******er

⚠️ Major improvement works continue.

Following this weekend's closure, the northbound Junction 9 entry slip road remains closed until winter 2027.

Throughout the week expect:

• Overnight lane restrictions.
• Temporary traffic management.
• Changing layouts around Junction 9.

➡️ Allow extra time, particularly during evening and overnight journeys. citeturn0news0

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M27

National Highways continues routine overnight maintenance at various locations, with occasional lane and slip road closures between 8pm and 6am.

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🏙️ Southampton

Thomas Lewis Way remains one of the city's busiest congestion hotspots.

Utility works continue on Thomas Lewis Way, while Bassett Avenue and other city routes continue to experience temporary traffic management.

With schools back, expect heavier peak-time traffic across the city.

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⚓ Portsmouth

Hilsea bridge refurbishment continues alongside Eastern Road improvements.

Traffic management remains around Portsbridge Roundabout and the northern approaches to Portsmouth.

Allow extra time if travelling to Portsmouth International Port, QA Hospital or Cosham.

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🛣️ Across Hampshire

Hampshire Highways continues its autumn programme of resurfacing, drainage improvements and utility works.

Temporary road closures remain active across several districts including Wi******er, Test Valley, Fareham, East Hampshire, Hart, Basingstoke & Deane and the New Forest.

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🔎 Key Points This Week

✅ New M27 Junction 10 layout begins opening.
⚠️ M3 Junction 9 works continue.
⚠️ Overnight motorway maintenance continues on parts of the M27.
⚠️ Southampton utility works remain ongoing.
⚠️ Portsmouth bridge improvements continue.

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✅ Practical Advice

✔️ Expect busy morning and afternoon journeys with schools back.
✔️ Take extra care using the new Junction 10 layout.
✔️ Allow extra time around Wi******er, Southampton and Portsmouth.
✔️ Check your route before travelling, particularly for overnight journeys.

Thank you, as always, for your patience while these improvements continue. They represent significant long-term investment in making Hampshire's roads safer, more resilient and better able to cope with future demand.

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