Over 240 people have signed up to become New Forest National Park Ambassadors since the scheme was launched last month.
The scheme was set up by the National Park Authority and parish councils after local people said they wanted to get involved more in helping to care for the Forest’s internationally-important landscape and its wildlife.
Residents of the New Forest are being reminded to update their voter details so they can have a voice on decisions that affect them. New Forest District Council (NFDC) is writing to all households to update the electoral register and is asking residents to update their details online where possible.
New Forest District Council invites rural, small and medium sized businesses to apply for grants from a new £80,000 grant fund. The fund aims to support businesses with capital investment for projects which enable business growth and expansion.
New Forest District Council is waiving fees on applications for pavement licences, to support local hospitality businesses in their recovery following the national lockdown.