Have Your Say on the Local Plan

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 14, 2026 in News | 0 comments HRA is drawing your attention to the latest consultation on the development of a Local Plan which SCC announced last week. The consultation runs from 7 September to 11 October and is the first of three formal consultations as the plan is developed. The aim of this first survey is to share the Council’s initial thoughts about what to include and how to have your say as the next stages are...
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Green Open Homes Southampton – There are some to visit in Highfield!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 14, 2026 in News | 0 comments “As part of Energy Action Month, Transition Southampton’s Green Open Homes programme gives residents the chance to step inside local properties and hear directly from homeowners who have made changes to improve comfort, reduce running costs and lower their environmental impact. From solar panels, batteries and heat pumps to water-saving ideas, wildlife-friendly gardens and simple...
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Article in the Daily Echo, 13/9/26 about Boots in Portswood: “Southampton Boots targeted three times in ten days”

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News | 0 comments       Read the article from the Daily Echo, Sunday 13 September 2026 in full here or below: https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/26546153.southampton-boots-targeted-three-times-ten-days/   “Over £1,000 of products were stolen from a Southampton Boots store in a series of shoplifting incidents. The same Boots shop on Portswood Road, Southampton, was targeted three times in...
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On Monday 7th September, work started at the former Portswood Shopping Centre to build out the hoarding to the overhang above. Work is expected to take 7 days and is being undertaken by the owners of the former PSC

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in Crime Incidents, News | 0 comments Thanks to K.D. and to one other HRA Member for the photos  
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It’s Recycle Week from tomorrow 14 September to 20 September!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments   Did you know that you can recycle small electricals at Portswood Library (smaller than a kettle)? Look out for the pink bin! Just a reminder that only six items can go in your recycling bin at home: Aluminium cans Plastic bottles Food tins Paper Aerosols Cardboard If in doubt, leave it out. Some info from SCC
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This coming week it’s the British Science Festival at the University of Southampton between Wednesday 16 and Sunday 20 September!

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments   This is a national celebration of science on our doorstep. “From AI and robotics to autopsies and animal communication, this year’s event programme explores the big questions shaping our world.” Book your free tickets to more than 80 events (including comedy shows), talks, hands-on workshops, performances and activities such as interactive experiences, or just drop in....
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Info from Councillor on Portswood Road – Carriageway Resurfacing

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 13, 2026 in News | 0 comments “Balfour Beatty is working in partnership with Southampton City Council to manage the highways service across Southampton. As part of this, we are undertaking carriageway resurfacing on Portswood Road, as part of our annual road maintenance programme.” See table for works schedule below. “Working hours will be between 8pm and 6am. The restrictions will be in place only during...
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Dementia friendly events/activities for week beginning Monday 14 September 2026 for across Southampton, courtesy of Caraway

Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Sep 12, 2026 in News | 0 comments Dementia News, Southampton – September 2026 MEMORY CAFÉS   •  WELLBEING ACTIVITIES  •  OTHER CAFÉS Hi All Not too late to enjoy some of the Heritage sites in Southampton for free up to 20th September. And don’t forget to reserve your place at our Tea Dance on 6th October. Our memory cafes meeting this week are St. Denys for some gentle exercise led by Leila, Maybush learn about how to deal...
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