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Nationwide gives £175 free cash to 40,000 customers and offer is 'still running'
More than 40,000 customers have been paid Nationwide’s £175 switch bonus in the last three months, making it one of the best bank switch offers for 2026
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£2 flights go on sale today - how to grab British Airways’ summer Avios-only deals
British Airways has launched £2 flights to Madrid and Toulon for summer 2026 today. Here’s how to book the Avios-only reward seats before they sell out.
'I lost my home and all my belongings': Andover gas explosion leaves man heartbroken
A man who lost his home in last week’s gas explosion on Pilgrims Way has spoken out about the moment his life 'changed in an instant.'
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Committee welcomes three new members for awards scheme
Three new committee members have joined the team behind a well-loved community awards scheme.
'Difficult travel conditions' expected as yellow weather warning issued across area
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for ice in Hampshire from 13–14 February. Expect hazardous travel, icy roads, and possible slips and injuries.
Men from Bristol arrested after copper cables stolen in Andover
Two Bristol men arrested on suspicion of copper cable burglary in Andover. Police seized vehicle and cables; enquiries ongoing. Wiltshire and BTP assisted.
Plans for three 'unique' homes in Picket Piece
Foreman Homes, working with HGP Architects Ltd, are looking to get permission to erect three detached homes on land at Andreena, Ox Drove, Picket Piece, Andover.
Andover High Street shop submits plans for new signage
The shop, which opened on January 17, at 48A High Street, aims to update its shop front with fresh fascia signage and window vinyl graphics.
In the Dock - Man six times over drug driving limit handed ban and shoplifter fined
Recent Andover court cases: man fined for stealing fragrances from Boots and Asda, drug and driving offences, assaulting a police officer, and closure order breach.
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend
Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of February 13 to 15
Six-bedroom and four-bathroom family home on the market for less than £700,000
Six-bedroom detached house for sale in Andover, Ryeland Way, £650,000. Features loft conversion, solar panels, landscaped garden, double garage, and modern upgrades.
Southern Water to recruit more than 90 apprentices to meet rising demand
The industry faces a large skills shortage, with the water sector expected to require 50,000 new workers by 2030 to support infrastructure investment.
Air ambulance 'outstanding' says CQC as service is performing 'exceptionally well'
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance rated ‘Outstanding’ by CQC, praised for exceptional critical care, safety, and rapid emergency response.
Police arrest wanted man with distinctive face tattoo
Police have found a man wanted for recall to prison
Padel courts, High Street signage and Andover College tree works on planning list
This is a summary of Planning Applications received in the Northern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the dates: 2nd to 8th February 2026 . Any comments should be sent to the Planning Office, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover, SP10 3AJ or e-mail to: planning@testvalley.gov.uk
M&S named UK’s favourite supermarket but shoppers say there's a catch
Marks and Spencer tops the latest Which supermarket survey, but shoppers say its higher prices make it a treat or yellow-sticker shop rather than a weekly shop.
Born between 2002 and 2011? You could be owed £2242 from HMRC. Here's how to claim
HMRC is urging young people born between 2002 and 2011 to claim their Child Trust Fund, worth £2242 on average. More than 758000 accounts remain unclaimed.
Parents hit by hidden free childcare term date rule before half term
Parents expecting free childcare this February half term could face hundreds in extra fees. One mum reveals how a three month gap cost her thousands.
Council 'doesn't have the money' to fix potholes as Hampshire roads suffer
Hampshire County Council does not have enough money to fix potholes across the district, the council leader has announced.
Hampshire County Council could hike council tax by 15% - or effectively go bankrupt
Hampshire County Council could effectively go bankrupt in a bid to deal with a £136 million budget deficit.