On the wall in the vast reception of Hampshire CC’s Winchester headquarters is a sign. It reads: ‘Please remember to switch of all lights and electricity sockets when not being used. Why not turn off your computer at lunchtime?’

It is a stark reminder that even the bigger councils need to save money. Hampshire CC has more resources than most, but these last few years have been tough on every council whether large or small, with huge savings to be made and more on the horizon.

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