Hampshire seeks feedback on school transport policy changes

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 21:32 · Archive

Hampshire County Council is consulting on updates to its School Transport and Post-16 Transport policies for 2027/28.

Hampshire County Council is seeking feedback on proposed updates to its School Transport Policy and Post-16 Transport Policy for the 2027/28 academic year. The authority is inviting families, particularly those who use the services directly, to share their views on the changes.

The proposed changes focus on making the policies clearer, more transparent and easier to understand, without altering eligibility criteria or how transport services are delivered. Updates include improving policy wording, updating references to current legislation and guidance, and providing clearer information about how transport arrangements operate.

Cllr Roz Chadd, cabinet lead member for children's services, said the transport services are important to many children, young people and families across Hampshire. She noted that while the proposed policy changes are minimal, the council is keen to hear from as many people as possible. The consultations will close on 10 December.

How it is being reported

• Hampshire families invited to comment on school and post-16 transport changesThe proposed changes focus on making the policies clearer, more transparent and easier to understand.Basingstoke Gazette · 23 Oct, 21:00
• Hampshire families invited to have their say on proposed school transport changesThe proposed changes focus on making the policies clearer, more transparent and easier to understand.Andover Advertiser · 23 Oct, 17:00

In this story: Hampshire County Council · Cllr Roz Chadd · Cllr Juliet Henderson · Hampshire

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