News releases

More Rushmoor residents now eligible for free energy efficiency measures

Updated on: 12/04/2024

An increased number of households in Aldershot and Farnborough are now able to benefit from a grant that can be used to fund energy saving measures in the home, following a change to eligibility guidelines.

Make sure you are registered to vote

Updated on: 26/03/2024

Rushmoor Borough Council is reminding residents in Aldershot and Farnborough to make sure that they are registered to vote in good time for the local elections.

Join us for Victoria Day!

Victoria Day is back on Saturday 8 June, with applications now open to get involved in Aldershot’s biggest event of the year.

Updated on: 20/03/2024

Electric bin lorry trial

Rushmoor Borough Council is joining forces with its rubbish and recycling contractors Serco to take part in a six-week trial which will see them use second-hand diesel bin lorries which have been converted into low emission electric vehicles.

Updated on: 20/03/2024

Grant funding gives Rushmoor boost for range of town projects

Rushmoor Borough council is to benefit from a £1 million boost to help support local communities thanks to a grant from the government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.

Updated on: 12/03/2024

Ask Gareth - question and answer session

Join council leader Councillor Gareth Lyon for our next live question and answer sessions on Monday 18 March, at 6pm.

Updated on: 06/03/2024

Local people invited to give views on latest Farnborough leisure and cultural hub designs

The latest designs proposed for Farnborough’s new leisure and cultural hub are being shared with local people as part of a pre-planning application public consultation launched by Rushmoor Borough Council on Monday 26 February.

Updated on: 26/02/2024

Ask Gareth - third live question and answer session

Join council leader Councillor Gareth Lyon for the third in a series of live question and answer sessions on Thursday 29 February, at 6pm.

Updated on: 21/02/2024

Ask Gareth - second live question and answer session

Join council leader Councillor Gareth Lyon for the second in a series of live question and answer sessions on Thursday 15 February, at 6pm.

Updated on: 08/02/2024

Cabinet recommends proposals for balanced budget

Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet is recommending proposals that will allow it to set a balanced budget for the coming financial year, alongside a below-inflation council tax rise.

Updated on: 08/02/2024

Ask Gareth - live question and answer session

If there's anything you've ever wanted to ask the council about what is happening in the local area, or about what we do and the services we provide, you can ask our leader, Cllr Gareth Lyon.

Updated on: 23/01/2024

Road closures for the Farnborough half marathon this weekend

There will be a number of short-term road closures this coming Sunday (21 January) as thousands of runners take to the streets for the Farnborough Winter Half Marathon.

Updated on: 20/02/2024

Home Office asylum accommodation - council statement

The Home Office has notified us that it intends to use a block of apartments on the outskirts of Farnborough town centre to provide temporary accommodation for families seeking asylum in the UK.

Updated on: 09/01/2024

Local Christmas charity appeals

We've put together a list of local charity appeals in Aldershot and Farnborough that you can support this Christmas.

Updated on: 22/12/2023

New Leader maps out top priorities

The new Leader of Rushmoor Borough Council, Councillor Gareth Lyon, has detailed ambitious new priorities as he takes on the challenging top political role in the borough.

Updated on: 16/01/2024

Help available on energy costs for some Rushmoor residents

With the chilly autumn nights now here, residents in Aldershot and Farnborough are being encouraged to check if they may be eligible for help with energy costs.

Updated on: 27/11/2023

Council leader to step down from role

The Leader of Rushmoor Borough Council, Councillor David Clifford, has announced he is stepping down from the role from Thursday 7 December because of personal commitments.

Updated on: 24/11/2023

Consultation begins on airport expansion plans

The public consultation on plans to increase the number of flights and weekend flying at Farnborough Airport began on Monday (13 November).

Updated on: 05/02/2024

Christmas is coming to Aldershot and Farnborough

The countdown to Christmas is on and a number of free events organised by Rushmoor Borough Council will be sprinkling Christmas magic over Aldershot and Farnborough throughout November and December.

Updated on: 13/11/2023

All welcome at special event on Farnborough’s new leisure and cultural hub!

Residents, local groups and businesses in Farnborough and Aldershot are being invited to come and find out more about the new leisure and cultural hub planned for Farnborough town centre.

Updated on: 12/03/2024

Have your say on proposed changes to our council tax support scheme

We would like to change our council tax support scheme and would like your views.

Updated on: 31/10/2023

Be prepared for Storm Ciarán

With Storm Ciarán heading our way on Wednesday evening, residents who live in areas that are prone to flooding are being advised to be prepared.

Updated on: 01/11/2023

Rare honour as long-serving former councillors become Aldermen

Two former councillors, with more than 70 years of service to the community, have been awarded the title of Honorary Alderman in recognition of their commitment to the people of Rushmoor.

Updated on: 27/10/2023

Fireworks display in Manor Park

The cost of living is affecting everyone at the moment, including the council, and we must make sure we spend council tax payers' money responsibly.

Updated on: 21/11/2023

Cabinet steps up delivery proposals for Farnborough’s new leisure and cultural hub

Rushmoor Borough Council’s Cabinet has given the green light for proposals that will drive forward the delivery of Farnborough’s new state-of-the-art leisure centre and cultural hub and help transform the town centre.

Updated on: 04/10/2023

Elections on Thursday 2 May