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  • Culture Spark - Carnival of Lights

    Culture Spark lantern parades taking place across the Chichester District

    An impressive display of willow lanterns will parade through Chichester city centre on Friday 10 June as part of the 'Carnival of Lights' event.

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    District Dispatch - 18 May 2022

    The past couple of years have been incredibly tough on everyone, and a significant rise in the cost of living is adding further pressure on people. A top priority for us is to make sure that people are aware of the support that is available and this is why I have dedicated many of my district dispatch columns to focus on the different schemes and initiatives that are available.

  • We the People exhibition

    Culture Spark touring photographic exhibition opens at Petworth House

    A special photographic exhibition - 'We the People' - opens at Petworth House on 30 May, celebrating Chichester District volunteers within the arts communities and local charities.

  • Roman Week 2019

    Roman Week returns to Chichester

    The award-winning Chichester Roman Week is back this May half term, celebrating Chichester's vibrant Roman history with a packed programme of district-wide events, including a spectacular re-enactment in Priory Park on Wednesday 1 June.

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    Council approves new energy efficiency project

    Chichester District Council is progressing a package of measures designed to improve the energy efficiency of homes and buildings across the Chichester District.

  • HeartSmart 20 Anniversary

    Celebrating 20 years of HeartSmart Walks in the Chichester District

    To mark 20 years since Chichester Wellbeing's first HeartSmart Walk, over 50 volunteers and residents gathered to celebrate the anniversary with a special walk on Monday 9 May.

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    District Dispatch - 11 May 2022

    Helping people to get on the housing ladder and access affordable housing is a top priority for us. We don't own housing stock, but we can use our planning policies to make sure that at least 30% of all large housing developments is affordable housing.

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    The search is on for your favourite family business

    Residents and visitors are being asked to nominate their favourite family business as part of a national campaign being run by ShopAppy, an online shopping platform that can be used to browse and buy products and services from local businesses.

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    District Dispatch - 4 May 2022

    Over recent weeks our officers have been working incredibly hard to issue Government Energy Rebate payments to customers who live in council tax bands A to D.

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    Council agrees plan to refurbish public conveniences in the district

    At a cabinet meeting this week leading councillors at Chichester District Council agreed to start a project which will result in the refurbishment of five public conveniences across the district.

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    Council moves forward with plan to improve Bosham car park

    Leading councillors at Chichester District Council have agreed to invest £20,000 in assisting with identifying options for Bosham car park that will both improve the welcome to visitors and enhance links with the village.

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    New grant funding to offer extra support for local businesses

    Small enterprises across the Chichester District will be able to take their business further thanks to a new round of Enabling Grant funding, which will be launched by Chichester District Council on Monday 9 May 2022.

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    May bank holiday closure

    Our offices will be closed from 4pm on Friday 29 April and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 3 May.

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    District Dispatch - 27 April 2022

    As the weather starts to improve, many of us will be out and about enjoying our beautiful district.

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    District Dispatch - 19 April 2022

    Making sure our residents feel safe is a top priority for the council and its partners.

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    Last chance to apply for temporary road closures for Platinum Jubilee street parties

    As preparations gather pace and street parties are being planned across the district to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Chichester District Council is reminding residents that the deadline for applications for temporary road closures is 5pm on Wednesday 20 April.

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    District Dispatch - 12 April 2022

    We are all more than aware of rising energy bills and the impact that this is having on our monthly outgoings. As countries around the world come out of Covid-19 lockdowns, surging demand for energy has meant energy prices have increased. Over the past year, the price of gas alone has quadrupled. Whilst the problem is global, the effect is being felt by millions of households here in the UK.

  • Easter

    Easter closure

    Our offices will be closed from 4pm on Thursday 14 April 2022 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 19 April 2022.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 8 April 2022

    There has been a lot of coverage in the local media about housing targets and how they are reached. We thought it might be worth reminding you of how our housing targets are set and the process we have to follow in order to identify if and how this housing target can be met.

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    District Dispatch - 6 April 2022

    It's hard to believe that we are already in April and fast approaching Easter! There's lots going on, and many things for us to look forward to. I especially enjoyed attending the Culture Spark launch event last week.

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    People invited to comment on updated Chichester District Conservation Area Character Appraisals

    Chichester District Council is inviting people to share their views on updates to its Westbourne Conservation Area Character Appraisal, which includes a recommendation to extend the conservation area, as part of a public consultation that will run from Friday 8 April until Friday 6 May 2022.

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    Council moves forward with a range of new energy efficiency measures

    Chichester District Council is progressing a package of new measures designed to improve the energy efficiency of homes and buildings across the Chichester District.

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    The Big Swanfield Event to offer free health and wellbeing activities and support for the local community

    Chichester District residents of all ages are being invited to attend the Big Swanfield Event, an exciting health and wellbeing afternoon on Monday 11 April at Swanfield Community Centre.

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    £1.3 million grant enables leisure centre to boost its green credentials

    Carbon emissions from Westgate Leisure Centre in Chichester will reduce by almost a quarter thanks to a £1.3 million government decarbonisation grant.

  • First Spark launch event at Chichester Cathedral

    Culture Spark ignites year of cultural celebrations for the Chichester District

    Culture Spark 2022 has officially launched with hundreds of people attending the First Spark launch events in Chichester, Selsey and Midhurst this week.

  • ShopAppy launch in Chichester

    Chichester city centre's virtual high street launches

    Shoppers will be able to buy online from local businesses in Chichester city centre thanks to a new online shopping and e-commerce platform - ShopAppy.com - from Friday 1 April.

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    District Dispatch - 29 March 2022

    The pandemic and the rise in the cost of living has impacted on all of us in many ways. This is why it is more important than ever that people are aware of the support that is available to them. Whether someone is struggling to pay bills, feels isolated; or is concerned about rising energy costs, the council and its partners are here to help.

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    District Dispatch - 22 March 2022

    Many people have been asking how they can help those fleeing the conflict in Ukraine. Our communities across the district have a long history of helping others in their hour of need, and I know that many of you are keen to support those who have been affected. You will have seen that last week the Government launched the 'Homes for Ukraine' scheme. This programme allows individuals, charities, community groups, and businesses across the UK to offer a room or home rent-free to Ukrainians escaping the war, regardless of whether they have ties to the country.

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    District Dispatch - 17 March 2022

    Last week, we met as a council to agree the budget for the year ahead. This is quite a complex task, because we look at the income we are generating from services we charge for; funding from government; and your council tax. All of these elements form our budget for the year.

  • Freeland Close launch day

    Vital new short stay homeless accommodation opens its doors

    A Chichester District Council project to increase the amount of much-needed short stay accommodation in the district will be ready to support residents who are facing homelessness from the end of this month.

  • Culture Spark

    Cultural celebration gets ready to launch in the Chichester District

    A wonderful season of events, performances, live entertainment and community projects will launch in three beautiful heritage sites at the end of March to mark a momentous year of culture in the Chichester District.

  • Art of Chichester

    The Art of Chichester exhibition celebrates 60 years of Chichester's culture

    Sixty years of artistic and cultural achievement across the Chichester District will be celebrated at an inspiring new exhibition being staged by The Novium Museum this June.

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    Chichester District Council agrees to extend funding of back to work service

    Leading councillors at Chichester District Council have agreed to accept funding to extend a successful programme of getting people back into work.

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    £5 council tax rise is agreed to protect vital services

    Chichester District councillors have agreed to increase the average council tax bill by £5 a year for a Band D property in order to protect vital services across the district.

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    Call to businesses to find out more about free virtual high street

    Business owners across Chichester District are being encouraged to sign up to a free information event where they can find out more about a virtual high street that could help their business thrive.

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    District Dispatch - 08 March 2022

    I want to start by saying how deeply saddened and shocked we are by the situation in Ukraine. The scenes on the news reports are horrific and distressing. As a council, we stand with the people of Ukraine, and want to offer our support.

  • Weigh Better Life

    New dates announced for free health and wellbeing programme

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    Nominations to open for Selsey Town Council by-elections

    Candidates are being sought to fill two councillor vacancies at Selsey Town Council in the run up to by-elections on Thursday 7 April 2022.

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    Platinum Jubilee street party road closures

    Excitement is building for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations and Chichester District Council is reminding residents to check if they need to apply for road closures.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 31 January 2022

    Last year, we told you that the Government housing targets for the Chichester Local Plan area are unlikely to be met due to complex infrastructure and funding issues.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 03 December

    We're pleased to say that we have now reached the point where we can show that we have a 5 year housing land supply. This improved position strengthens our ability to protect the area against inappropriate development.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 16 July 2021

    Planning for our future - Housing

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 22 June 2021

    We recognise that planning can sometimes seem incredibly complex and confusing. In this newsletter, we want to answer some of the most common questions people are asking about the Local Plan Review process and to correct some of the myths and misinformation surrounding this.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 20 May 2021

    Planning affects where we live, work and relax; where new shops and community facilities are built; and it protects our historic buildings and the natural environment.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 26 March 2021

    This month, the council announced its timetable for the Local Plan Review.

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    Chichester Local Plan Review update: 26 February 2021

    The council is currently working on the Local Plan Review. This will set out our vision for the future of the district's economy; it will plan for transport and housing needs; it will look at how we can improve the lives of children and young people; it will consider the area's environmental needs; it will support our health and wellbeing; and will ensure that we continue to have a rich arts and cultural environment.

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