Now police and crime commissioner Simon Hayes has raised concerns about the site's future.

BBC: Hampshire police commissioner to review Alpha Park move

Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Hayes has chosen Andy Marsh to take over from outgoing chief constable Alex Marshall.

BBC: Dep Ch Const Andy Marsh

Hampshire's Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Hayes has chosen deputy chief constable Andy Marsh to take over from Mr Marshall.

BBC: Hampshire & Isle of Wight

Marking 100 days in the role, Simon Hayes insisted there was "considerable public interest" in his role, despite the low turnout in the PCC elections.

BBC: Hampshire and Isle of Wight PCC: Simon Hayes marks 100 days

Simon Hayes said improving police response times was an "absolute priority".

BBC: Simon Hayes

Four candidates for the top policing job in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have been chosen by the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Simon Hayes.

BBC: Hampshire chief constable shortlist chosen

It should fall steadily next year, as this year's VAT and energy-price increases drop out of the annual rate, reaching the 2% target by December, says Simon Hayes of Barclays Capital.

ECONOMIST: Tackling the slump