A new team of uniformed officers are taking to the streets to tackle some of the “tough issues” facing Whitehill & Bordon and its nearby villages.

Fly-tipping, anti-social behaviour, littering and dangerous and inconsiderate parking are among the issues district officers will investigate.

The team – billed as “the eyes and ears of East Hampshire District Council – will posted where there are issues to resolve across the patch while their work will be evidence-led.

They will work closely with partner organisations, will complement the police, and will liaise with people in their communities to have the biggest possible impact.

Tackling anti-social behaviour and inconsiderate parking, especially around schools, are among the top issues the officers will be aiming to address.

It is hoped the district officers will provide a visible, recognisable and reassuring presence to the people of W&B, Lindford and Greatham.

Cllr Andy Tree, EHDC portfolio holder for Whitehill & Bordon said some issues – especially anti-social behaviour – are blighting his area.

He said: “We will be able to focus specifically on issues that matter to our residents, such as anti-social behaviour and poor parking.

“The officers will be able to effectively target resources to resolve a wide variety of matters that affect the local area and have an adverse impact on our local community.”

Cllr Tree added: “Their work will be led by the data, so they can target litter hotspots of areas notorious for fly-tipping as they arise.

“And as a uniformed authority, they aim to be a reassuring visible presence across Whitehill, Bordon, Lindford and Greatham.”

The team’s functions and responsibilities also include abandoned vehicle removal, dog fouling, moving on unlawful encampments and stray dogs.

If residents would like to report an issue to the District Team, follow the ‘Report It’ link at www.easthants.gov.uk