The Big Portsmouth Survey 2024 is open, and Portsmouth City Council is inviting all residents aged 16 and over to share their experiences and views on local services, council spending priorities, as well as give a view on how Portsmouth’s centenary should be celebrated.
Between now and Saturday 31 August people in the city can have their say by completing the survey online, over the phone (if you don’t have access to the internet) or in person by picking up a paper copy at your local library, community centre, BH-live run council leisure facility, or our Civic Offices reception.
Councillor Steve Pitt, Leader of Portsmouth City Council, said: “Residents are at the heart of what we do. We’d like you to share your views, so that we can shape our budgets and services to help provide the support that you and your family need.
“As well as this, 2026 will mark 100 years since Portsmouth was granted city status. This will be a great opportunity for a period of civic celebration. We want it to be a chance to reflect on what the city has been in that period, but also what it will become in the next 100 years. Tell us your views of how we should mark the occasion!
“The more people we hear from, the clearer the picture will be, so we urge everyone to take part. Your opinion matters and will help us shape the future of Portsmouth.”
The quickest and simplest way for residents to take part in the survey is to visit: www.portsmouth.gov.uk/your-say and select ‘The Big Portsmouth Survey’. Alternatively, residents can call Portsmouth City Council’s dedicated team on 023 9261 6708 and take the survey over the phone or visit your local library or community centre or visit the Civic Office ground floor reception to fill out a paper copy.
Digital
Visit www.portsmouth.gov.uk/your-say – this is the quickest and easiest way to have your say if you have internet access/ you can also sign up for email alerts, so you’ll be first to know about new consultations.
Telephone
Call 023 9261 6708 – if you don’t have access to the internet or will find it difficult to complete the survey online.
In person
There are paper versions of the survey available at libraries, community centres, BH-live run council leisure facilities and the Civic Offices.
The findings from this consultation will be compared to similar surveys conducted over the past three years which allows the council to understand people’s changing priorities and the impact of local services on residents’ lives. The results from the previous resident surveys can be found at: yourcityyoursay.portsmouth.gov.uk
