A STUDY has been launched to look into the problems of a Winchester estate.

The city council and Hampshire County Council have commissioned the project to explore issues in Winnall, from traffic and parking to community buildings, housing and green spaces.

Consultants Parsons Brinckerhoff with expertise in planning and urban design will speak to stakeholders and invite people to events at which issues and solutions will be discussed.

Cllr Vicki Weston, portfolio holder for built environment, said: “Every neighbourhood has its challenges and its opportunities. Sometimes, long-term solutions need to be identified to manage these.

“This study will lead to a planning framework, a ten-year plan that will inform decisions about policy, funding and service priorities for both councils and that will help to make Winnall an even better neighbourhood for those who live or work there.”

The first such event is this Thursday, starting with a business breakfast briefing at Basepoint in Winnall Manor Road where attendees will also have a chance to meet council officers to discuss parking, waste, planning and other concerns.

On the same day, there will be a ‘Jamboree’ event from 3.30-6pm at Winnall Community Centre on Garbett Road.

Local organisations such as Firefly Theatre, Integr8 Dance, Age Concern and Youth Options will have information stands or offer performances.

Posters produced by children at Winnall Primary School to show the Winnall of the Future will also be projected and there will be fun activities that prompt people to think about what is most important to them. You can even imagine yourself as Mayor of Winnall for the day.

The two councils commissioned a similar study in Stanmore in 2012-13 which led to a series of new developments and planning policies.

An e-survey has been developed to help collect as many views as possible and can be completed by anyone living or working in Winnall. Log onto www.surveymonkey.com/s/FutureWinnall and make sure your voice is heard.