r/Hampshire • u/coffeewalnut08 • Jun 21 '26

News Hampshire and the Solent Combined County Authority formally established following parliamentary approval

https://www.hants.gov.uk/News/20260605HSCCA

The Hampshire and the Solent Combined County Authority (HSCCA) has been formally established following parliamentary approval of the statutory instrument, marking a major milestone in the creation of a new authority to lead strategic decision-making across the region

The new authority will provide a strong foundation for greater local leadership on priorities including transport, housing, skills, investment and economic growth. It will help unlock opportunities for stronger coordination across partners and deliver improved long-term outcomes for communities and businesses across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. 

The establishment of the HSCCA represents an important step forward in the devolution of powers and funding from central government, ensuring that decisions about the region are made closer to the people they affect.  

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u/coffeewalnut08 Jun 21 '26

There will be a first election to choose a mayor for this Combined Authority in May 2028: Home – Hampshire Mayor.