New Forest Together Presentation CP June 2026

New Forest Together’s June 2026 campaign update explains opposition to the government’s “Option 1A” local government reorganisation plan, which would split the New Forest district. It reports strong public resistance, with survey results showing 97% of residents and 98% of businesses favour keeping the district whole. Key concerns include dividing communities and identity, weakening representation, complicating management of the Forest and National Park, enabling more industrial and port development in the Waterside, and leaving the remaining area with weaker resources and revenue. The update describes New Forest Together’s role as a registered Community Interest Company and outlines actions taken, including a 26,000+ signature petition, leafleting, council and stakeholder support, media engagement, and community events. It also summarises political lobbying in Westminster and ongoing legal challenge debates, with possible outcomes and timelines through 2028, and asks supporters to stay engaged.