So we decided to dive back into The News archives to find pictures to take you back to the 00s and show what has changed since then.
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1. Southsea in the 00s
This is what the heart of Southsea looked like in 2002 - can you spot Debenhams, which has now shut Photo: Michael Scaddan
2. Southsea in the 00s
A farmers' market is held in Palmerston Road in Southsea in 2003. Photo: Jonathan Brady
3. Southsea in the 00s
A lot has changed on Albert Road in Southsea since the 00s. Photo: Michael Scaddan
4. Southsea in the 00s
This is what the Kingfisher Fish & Chips shop in Albert Road, Southsea looked like in 2006. Photo: Michael Scaddan
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