Public health and safety for our residents and visitors
We provide a range of services and guidance related to public health and safety issues and other environmental concerns.
Pest control
We provide a pest control service for all residents in New Forest.
Air pollution
We assess air quality in New Forest and produce regular reports on pollutants.
Food safety for our residents and visitors
Food safety advice and how to report a food hygiene problem.
Flooding and drainage
Contact a water authority or Hampshire County Council for flooding issues.
Noise nuisance
How to make a complaint about neighbours, car or house alarms, commercial noise and barking dogs.
Drinking water
We regulate private water suppliers and provide contact info for mains water suppliers.
Water quality for public bathing
Bathing water in New Forest is tested to meet Environment Agency standards.
Bonfires and burning materials
Guidance on using bonfires, solid fuel appliances and wood burners.
Construction work noise and nuisance
Let us know about noise, smoke or dust problems caused by building sites.
Asbestos removal and disposal
How to safely remove and dispose of asbestos from your property.
Health promotion
We work in partnership with other organisations to promote health in New Forest.
Light nuisance
Make a complaint about light nuisance and find out how to reduce it from your property.
Heatwave advice
Information and advice on what to do in extreme hot weather