We asked for comments in relation to the proposed extension of the operational time of the existing pedestrian and cycle zone at the locations details below (currently operating at weekends from 10am Saturday to midnight Sunday) to include Monday to Friday 6pm to 10pm.
In order to facilitate this, the following provisions were also proposed to be extended to include Monday to Friday 6pm to 10pm: -
A further minor amendment was also proposed to The Hampshire (Various Roads, Winchester) (Parking Places and Restriction of Waiting) (Controlled Zone) (Consolidation) Order 2010 as amended to rename “Schedule 3A” as inserted by Variation Number 52 to “Schedule 3AA”.
We received 1 response to the consultation.
The representation has been carefully considered and responded to directly. The traffic regulation orders were made on the 29th March 2023 and come into operation on 30th May 2023. A copy of the made orders and Notice of Making can be found at the bottom of this page.
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below –
We asked for comments in relation to proposed amendments to parking restrictions in Bishops Waltham (set out below).
The effect of this order will be to introduce waiting restrictions in several locations in Bishops Waltham
We received 51 comments were received – 31 in support, 19 objections and 1 objection and support.
All representations have been carefully considered. The proposed restrictions were amended in light of comments received, as explained in the Decision Record. The Order was Made on the 8th February 2023 and comes in to operation on 27th February 2023. The Order can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
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Winchester City Council made an experimental traffic order to prohibit vehicles in The Broadway, between the bus station and Colebrook St, and on Colebrook St between The Broadway and Market Lane, on Sundays between 6am – 7pm. This was to enable the Market to be held there.
Experimental orders can be implemented for up to 18 months, and objections can be made in the first 6 months. Subject to comments received schemes can be reviewed and amended, and made permanent if successful.
We received 3 comments – 2 supports and 1 objection.
All representations were carefully considered. On balance it was decided that overall the scheme was beneficial to the City and its residents. The Order to permanently implement the prohibition of driving restrictions will be made on 24/08/22.
After the 24/08/22, it can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below -
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=966
Following initial consultation with residents, businesses and councillors, Winchester City Council made two Experimental Traffic Orders in Great Minster Street and The Square, Winchester on 28/07/21, and effective on 06/08/21. One related to moving traffic restrictions and the other to parking restrictions. Experimental orders can be implemented for up to 18 months, and objections can be made in the first 6 months. Subject to comments received schemes can be reviewed and amended, and made permanent if successful.
The effects of the experimental moving traffic order were to :
The effects of the experimental parking restrictions order were to:
We received 3 comments – 2 supports and 1 objection.
All representations have been carefully considered. It was considered that the overall impacts of the scheme are positive, and the Order to permanently implement the moving and parking restrictions will be made on 24/08/22.
After the 24/08/22, it can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below -
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=967
Winchester City Council has to set its budget and agree the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) in February 2022, and we invited you to have your say.
Despite the challenging circumstances the council has been able to consolidate our financial position for 2022/23 and set a balanced budget. The proposals being considered for the MTFS focus on keeping any increases to Council Tax and fees and charges below the current level of inflation, proposing to not increase the charge for garden waste collection and instead offer a £10 discount to those in receipt of financial support.
The consultation ran from the 1 December until 23 December 2021. We received 32 responses.
72% of respondents agreed with the overall approach to the budget. The results are outlined below:
Budget proposal |
% Agree |
Changes to parking charges |
78.1% |
3% average increase to other fees and charges |
75.0% |
No change to community grants |
75.0% |
Council tax increase |
75.0% |
Garden waste price freeze |
71.9% |
Garden waste discount |
71.9% |
Provision for continued reduced parking income |
68.8% |
Additional project delivery resource |
62.5% |
The budget will be considered at the Full Council Meeting on 23 February 2022.
We asked for comments in relation to the proposed revocation of the provisions relating to Upper Brook Street Car Park (the surface pay and display car park to the east of Upper Brook Street and west of Middle Brook Street) and its removal from the Principal traffic regulation order (Winchester City (Off Street) Parking Places Order 2003 (as amended)). This is because the car park is due to close to allow for the construction of the new GP Surgery for St Clements Doctors Practice on site, as approved by planning application 15/02897/FUL.
We received 1 response to the consultation.
The representation has been carefully considered and responded to directly. The traffic regulation order was made on the 18th January 2023 and comes into operation on 6th March 2023. A copy of the made Order and Notice of Making can be found at the bottom of this page.
A copy of the Decision Record can be found using the link below –
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1053
We asked for comments in relation to the new car park being introduced off Barfield Close, Winchester, to be known as Barfield Park & Ride Phase 2.
We received 1 response to the consultation.
The representation has been carefully considered and responded to directly. The Traffic Regulation Order was made on the 3rd February 2022 and comes into operation on 1st March 2022. A copy of the Made Order and the Notice of Making can be found at the bottom of this page.
A copy of the decision report can be found here.
We asked for comments in relation to coach parking being introduced at South Winchester Park & Ride.
We received 3 responses to the consultation.
The representations have been carefully considered and responded to directly. The Traffic Regulation Order was Made on the 9th September 2021 and comes into operation on 20th September 2021. A copy of the Made Order and the Notice of Making can be viewed on our website using the following link.
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/public-notices-library
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=860
We asked for comments in relation to a new draft Village Design Statement (VDS) for Colden Common, between 10th May and 20th June 2021
13 responses were received which can be viewed from this link:
The comments have been carefully considered and the draft VDS has been amended to take account of the issues arising from the public consultation.
The revised VDS will now be considered for adoption as a Supplementary Planning Document by Winchester City Council at the Cabinet Member Built Environment Decision Day meeting on 7th February 2022.
The proposed revised VDS, together with the Report recommending adoption and analysis of the representations received, can be viewed via the link below:
We asked for comments in relation to the new car park being introduced in Bar End Road, Winchester, Hampshire, in connection with the new leisure facility, known as the Winchester Sport and Leisure Park.
We received 2 responses to the consultation.
The representations have been carefully considered and responded to directly. The Traffic Regulation Order was Made on the 17th June 2021 and comes into operation on 23rd June 2021. A copy of the Made Order and the Notice of Making can be found at the bottom of this page. Both documents can also be viewed on our website using the following link:
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below –
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=834
We asked for comments in relation to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to introduce lengths of no waiting at any time (double yellow lines) on Martin Street and Victoria Road, Bishop's Waltham and on Coppice Hill, Bishop's Waltham.
9 representations were recieved to the Martin Street proposals and 12 responses were recieved to the Coppice Hill proposals.
The representations have been carefully considered and responded to directly. The Traffic Regulation Order was Made on the 19th August 2021 and comes in to operation on the 20th September 2021. A copy of the Made Order and the Notice of Making can be found via the links below.
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/documents/s16686/Decision%20Report%20Martin%20Street.pdf
During the consultation period, which ran from 11 November 2020 to 12 January 2021, Winchester City Council consulted with local residents, businesses and stakeholder groups on the development proposals for the Central Winchester Regeneration area.
Over 2,500 people visited the virtual exhibition and over 100 attended an online consultation session. There were also over 3,000 engagements on social media.
Over 300 people also completed a detailed feedback questionnaire. All feedback has been considered and all comments made, grouped by theme, as well as a response from the council addressing each of these, are available on the council website.
Of those who answered the question ‘Overall, do you support the development proposals for the Central Winchester Regeneration area?’ - 68% confirmed that they did. Feedback also demonstrated a very high level of support for key elements of the development proposals, in particular affordable housing, flexible workspaces, opening up the waterways and improved public realm. There were more mixed views on plans for managing movement around the site, particularly around parking and buses. Some concerns were also expressed about the proposed delivery route using a single development partner.
This is a complex development which will take place incrementally. The proposed next stage for the project includes short term measures encouraging longer visits to the City Centre, with improvements to the ground floor of Kings Walk and the surrounding public realm, and creating an attractive temporary open space on the site of the old Friarsgate Medical Centre. The best way to deliver the medium-to-long term vision for the creative hub at Kings Walk is being considered. Settling on the best option to deliver the interim on-street bus solution to unlock the development site is important too. More work is also being done to inform the best way to deliver the development proposals for the long term across the wider site, and a preferred way forward will be presented at a Cabinet meeting in the summer for approval to progress.
Cllr Kelsie Learney, Cabinet Member for Housing and Asset Management said:
“This is such an important site, for the future of the city, for our economic prosperity and for future generations who may want to make Winchester their home. It is an exciting opportunity and we must get it right.
We asked for comments in relation to proposed amendments to parking restrictions in Bishops Waltham. The effect of the proposed order will be to introduce no waiting restrictions along Free Street and Shore Lane, and bring the Traffic Regulation Order in line with restrictions on street, in Eastways, Lower Lane, Malt Lane, Tangier Lane, Siskin Close and Park Road, Bishops Waltham.
On Free Street parking is proposed to be prohibited:
On Shore Lane parking is proposed to be prohibited:
We received 43 comments – 19 in support, 14 objections, and 10 support with modifications.
All representations have been carefully considered. The Traffic Regulation Order is required to improve safety, accessibility and visibility at junctions. The Order was Made on the 6th April 2021 and comes in to operation on 20th April 2021. The Order can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below -
https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=809
We asked for comments in relation to the proposed new parking restrictions along Bluebell Way, Whiteley. Double Yellow Lines were proposed along the majority of Bluebell Way with some strategic gaps lefts for parking provision. The restrictions are required to prevent obstruction, to maintain the free-flow of traffic and to improve visibility and road safety.
We received 17 responses to the consultation – 5 supporting, 4 objecting and 8 supporting subject to modifications.
All representations have been carefully considered and the Traffic Regulation Order is a balance between maintaining parking provision with improving access and safety. The Order was Made on the 4th February 2021 and comes in to operation on 17th February 2021. The Order can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
A copy of the decision report can be found using the link below https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=772
We asked for comments in relation to the below proposed amendments to parking restrictions in Wickham:
We received 5 responses to the public consultation – 3 supporting, 1 objecting and 1 general comment. The objection was in relation to the proposed removal of 2 of the existing disabled bays, and their replacement with double yellow lines, on Buddens Road. The objector stated that they would like to see the space left as unrestricted parking bays.
All representations have been carefully considered and the Traffic Regulation Order was amended to leave the spaces on Buddens Road, where the disabled bays were removed, without parking restrictions.
The Order was Made on the 15th March 2021 and comes in to operation on 27th April 2021. The Order can be viewed on our website -
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/roads-highways/traffic-regulation-orders
This survey was to explore further what tenants told us in the 2019 Tenants Satisfaction Survey about how the ‘Tenant Conference’ can be improved.
There is a fairly even split between those tenants who had heard of the tenant conference before receiving the survey (52%) and those who hadn’t (48%).
Estate improvements is by far the most popular topic tenants want to hear about at the Conference (47%), with a further 4 suggestions in the free text box. This was followed by fire safety (21%) and Climate Change (19%). Although there were a further 8 suggestions around the topic of climate emergency in the free text box. There were 12 free text comments around the topic of parking and 11 on the broad subject of Repairs and Maintenance.
When asked to explain their ‘other’ response to not being interested in attending 14 people commented that they would not be able to attend due to work commitments, 11 comments were due to personal circumstances including caring responsibilities and 11 comments were saying they felt it would be a waste of their time.
39% of respondents didn’t know they could get help with transport, but now knowing this they would be more likely to attend, and 12% of respondents said they didn’t know there is entertainment for children and now knowing this they are more likely to attend.
Unfortunately due to the restrictions in place to prevent the spread of Covid-19 the event that was planned for May 2020 has been postponed. Check out our website for any updated information.
Winchester City Council has to set its budget and agree the Medium Term Financial Strategy in February 2020, and we invited you to have your say.
The proposals being considered for the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) focus on generating the income that is essential to balance the budget but a small number of potential areas for cost saving are also included. There are also specific questions regarding proposed changes to parking arrangements.
The Council received over 3,000 comments from 610 respondents.
585 were individual responses, 5 responses were made on behalf of organisations and 20 respondents preferred not to answer or did not answer the question. 606 responses were submitted online and four were received via letter/email.
The responses were collated and the findings reviewed at the City Council’s Cabinet Meeting on January 22 and then the budget will be considered at the Full Council Meeting on 26 February 2020.
Please click here to see a summary of the comments.
The take up for tenant training has reduced over the years it has been offered. Winchester City Council’s Tenant Involvement Officers wanted to get the views of tenants as to what they want to see on the training programme and what would be useful to them?
Looking at the list of possible training topics given as examples the top three of interest are;
Essential First Aid
Defib Awareness
Basic Repairs – what is WCC responsible for? What could you carry out yourself? Basic DIY tips.
All three scored over 30% in both ‘Really interested and would like to attend’ and ‘interested to know more’.
The next most popular topics are;
Healthy Living
Mindfulness (paying more attention to the present moment – to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you)
Crafting – Learning some upcycling skills.
All scoring 20% in ‘Really interested and would like to attend’ and over 30% in ‘interested to know more’.
When asked if there are any other ideas for training tenants would like to see there were 24 free text responses around the subject of IT and Computing.
This survey was the starting point for Tenant Involvement to work on a new tenant training programme. We have listened to your views and have been working to put together a new programme. However, due to the current restrictions in place to help combat the spread of the Coronavirus this programme has had to be postponed. Please keep an eye out in the future for the updated programme.
Other online training opportunities are also being looked into. Keep an eye out for the upcoming Tenant Training Programme for all the information.
If you supported the five priorities set out in Winchester City Council’s proposed Plan for 2020 -2025. The five priorities are:
For each of the five priorities there was positive support for the Council Plan.
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Yes |
No |
Not Answered |
Tackling the climate emergency and creating a greener district |
91.3% |
7.9% |
0.8% |
Home for all |
83.3% |
13.5% |
3.2% |
Vibrant local economy |
88.9% |
7.1% |
1.6% |
Living well |
86.5% |
7.9% |
5.6% |
Your services. Your voice |
87.3% |
11.1% |
1.6% |
The Council received over 550 comments from the 126 respondents and took these into consideration before recommending the final version of the Council Plan for adoption.
The updated Council Plan will be presented to the Cabinet on 23 December and Full Council on 15 January 2020 for adoption.
Below are full lists of the comments received for each priority.