That’s what Imagine Portsmouth set out to discover. We brought together around 2,500 people representing residents, businesses and organisations who live and work in Portsmouth to talk about our hopes and dreams for our city. We created big, bold plans for what we want in future; for ourselves, our families, our communities, our businesses and our co-workers.
This is the vision we agreed for Portsmouth in 2040.
Portsmouth is a city with an incredible waterfront, a rich cultural heritage and a strong maritime history. With a naval base, international port and strong local links across the south, we are the centre of culture and enterprise for our area.
In 2040 we are very proud of Portsmouth, how we behave towards each other and how it feels to live here. Portsmouth people will have strong beliefs and values:
We will all take responsibility for our city and we enjoy working together for the common good, across neighbourhoods, communities, organisations, sectors and businesses
We will be a fair and equal city where everyone has the opportunity to succeed, enjoy and thrive in the life they want to live, and so we welcome and support each other without discrimination
In 2040 we know every person in Portsmouth has a valuable contribution to make, whether we live, work, study or visit here, so we respect each other’s differences, and make sure everyone feels included and safe
We are ambitious and action-oriented, welcoming new ideas and embracing changes that improve people’s lives
We will be so proud of our strong and friendly community spirit, how we all take care of each other, keep each other safe, help each other out, and make sure we all feel we belong
We do everything we can to enhance wellbeing for everyone in our city by offering the education, care and support that every individual needs for their physical and mental health. All our residents and communities lives in good homes where they feel safe, feel like they belong, and can thrive.
People in Portsmouth enjoy a vibrant cultural scene that makes the most of our location, our heritage and our creative energy. We are full of things to do and places to be, welcoming locals and visitors with diverse events, attractions and venues that positively benefit our people and our city. We are known locally, regionally and internationally as a great waterfront and city destination that brings people together.
Portsmouth supercharges local businesses and entrepreneurs and attracts investment nationally and internationally from businesses of all sizes. We build strong partnerships between employers and people to develop an excellent skills base and offer brilliant career opportunities to young people, students and adults, growing a better future for us all.
Our young people are encouraged to develop high, positive aspirations, and are fully invested in to make the most of their talent and potential. Adults have a wide range of education opportunities to choose from at every stage of life that empower them and enrich their lives.
We have excellent air quality because of our green spaces and sustainable transport, and this means our people live healthy and active lives. We are carbon neutral, use renewable energy and actively work to address climate change. We protect and enhance both our land and maritime environment for future generations.
Fewer journeys are made by car because we have excellent public transport connections between bus, train, cycling and walking routes, making it easier and more enjoyable to be out and about. We encourage and support more walking and cycling, and we make it easy for people to travel regionally, nationally and internationally for work and pleasure.
