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BUSINESS/COMMUNITY MEETING needs you!

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A Business/community meeting for Waterlooville has been organised for

Thursday 10 May at 5.30pm until 6.45pm in Waterlooville Library

Councillor Tim Pike Cabinet Lead for Economy and Infrastructure Projects at havant Borough Council will attend to update everyone on the latest developments in Waterlooville.

Wellington Way development - Although the official submission date has passed any comments received by the Council prior to the determination of the application which is on 12 June will still be taken into account. It would be advisable for comments to be submitted as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.

Come to this meeting and ask questions! It is your time to make your feelings known about the many issues you feel affect Waterlooville. It is hoped that your ward and county councillors may also attend.

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