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  • Coronavirus (COVID-19)

  • CDC outside

    Council is carrying out inspections on supermarkets to make sure that they are Covid-Secure

    Regular inspections are being carried out by Chichester District Council officers in supermarkets and other essential businesses to make sure that they are Covid-Secure.

  • Business grants 2

    New Covid support schemes launched to help district businesses during lockdown

    New Government schemes have been launched in the Chichester District to help businesses that have been affected by the current Coronavirus lockdown.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 14 January 2021

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 12 January 2021

    Last week, along with some of my fellow councillors, I had the opportunity to meet with the Chief Executive Officer for the NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups across Sussex and those members of his team who are responsible for overseeing the COVID-19 vaccination programme in our area.

  • CDC outside

    'Season of Culture 2022' announced for Chichester District

    A Chichester District Cultural Partnership is to develop a special programme of events for 2022 to celebrate and showcase the outstanding range of arts and culture on offer across the district.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 8 January 2021

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Cold weather warning

    Cold weather alert - 8 January 2021

    The Met Office has issued a Level 3 Cold Weather Alert between Friday 8 January and Monday 11 January.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 7 January 2021

    Firstly, I would like to wish you a Happy New Year from all of us at Chichester District Council.

  • CDC outside

    Key projects will make council buildings greener and consider options to bring disused land in Chichester into use

    Making its buildings more energy efficient and looking at potential uses for unused land at the western end of Terminus Road in Chichester are two of the key projects that Chichester District Council will be looking at during the next year.

  • Priory Park

    Enhancements to Chichester's Priory Park continue

    Improvement works that were put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic have been rescheduled to take place in Priory Park in January.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 18 December 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Business grants 2

    New Government COVID support schemes for businesses open in Chichester District

    Three new COVID support schemes for businesses which were announced by the Government are now up and running in Chichester District.

  • CDC outside

    Chichester District residents reminded of how to contact the council over Christmas

    Chichester District Council is reminding residents of the ways in which they can access council services while its contact centre is closed for the festive period.

  • CDC outside

    Government rethink on planning reforms is positive news for the district

    Government plans to significantly increase the number of new houses built across rural areas, including the Chichester District, have been reconsidered.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 17 December 2020

    Even though it has been a challenging year and we have been working hard to respond to the pandemic, we are continuing to deliver lots of great projects and initiatives. I want to update you on a few examples.

  • Warm Homes Initiative

    Grant will enable vulnerable families in Chichester District to receive help on how to stay warm

    Vulnerable families in Chichester District will receive help on how to stay warm on a budget and how to cook nutritious and affordable meals this winter thanks to a grant from a home energy provider.

  • Wellbeing

    Chichester Wellbeing offers free, friendly advice to residents

    Chichester District residents can access a range of free online and telephone support from Chichester Wellbeing to improve their health and wellbeing over the festive season and throughout the year.

  • The Novium Museum

    The Novium Museum celebrates the heritage at the heart of Graylingwell

    Chichester Community Development Trust is launching an exhibition at The Novium Museum from 23 January 2021, which will tell the story of Graylingwell Hospital's important role in Chichester's history, and the pioneering mental health treatment of the past century.

  • Waste and recycling bins

    Residents reminded of changes to bin collections this Christmas

    Residents in the Chichester District are being encouraged to make a note of the changes to their waste and recycling collections over the festive period.

  • CDC outside

    Community wardens helping spread some festive cheer in the Chichester District this Christmas

    Chichester District Council's Community Wardens team are busy helping spread some festive cheer to people across the district this Christmas.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 9 December 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 9 December 2020

    It has been great to see people return to our High Streets in Chichester, Petworth, Midhurst, Selsey, and East Wittering, since the lifting of the national restrictions.

  • Housing - wooden house

    £60,000 government grant will fund accommodation and support for rough sleepers in Chichester District

    A £60,000 government grant will be used to help keep rough sleepers off the streets in Chichester District during the continuing pandemic and also help a local charity extend their support for rough sleepers.

  • CDC outside

    Council to modernise the way that residents access services in the Chichester District

    A package of measures will be introduced to Chichester District Council's Customer Service Centre to help modernise the way in which residents access council services.

  • Homelessness - cardboard house

    More people in Chichester District will be supported as part of council's revised homelessness prevention policy

    More people in Chichester District will be supported thanks to improvements to the district council's Homelessness Prevention and Relief Policy.

  • Business grants 2

    Business support schemes in Chichester District will be repeated in 2021

    Leading councillors in Chichester District have decided to continue two business support schemes next year.

  • Business Food Waste Recycling - with Penny

    Council launches new Food Waste Recycling Service for businesses

    Businesses can save money and help the environment, following the launch of a new Business Food Waste Recycling Service by Chichester District Council.

  • Cllr. Taylor

    District Dispatch - 3 December 2020

    Over the past couple of weeks, I have read with interest the articles claiming that we must 'delay the local plan,' and I felt I needed to respond to explain why this is the worst thing we could do.

  • Countdown to Christmas 2020

    Campaign encourages people to Support Local this Christmas as the district's High Streets reopen

    A 'shop local, visit local, support local' campaign launched by Chichester District Council and its partners is urging people to support the district's High Streets as they reopen this week, following the lifting of national coronavirus restrictions.

  • The Novium Museum - Roman soldier

    Chichester museum launches new schools competition

    The Novium Museum in Chichester is offering ten schools the chance to win a Roman themed virtual field trip to celebrate the launch of the museum's new digital learning programme.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 1 December 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Farmers' Market mince pies

    Chichester District residents encouraged to support local farmers' markets this Christmas

    Chichester District Council is encouraging people to shop locally this Christmas and pick up everything they need from festive food and drink to gifts for family and friends at the Chichester Farmers' Market on Friday 4 and 18 December.

  • CDC outside

    Council urges Covid affected businesses to apply for grant funding

    Chichester District Council is urging local businesses affected by the recent national coronavirus restrictions to apply for Government grants, which can be applied for through its website.

  • Alan Sutton

    District Dispatch - 25 November

    Last week, we launched a new campaign called Make Your Change Count to help support rough sleepers on a more long-term basis, and I am very pleased to say that we have received a really positive response to it so far.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 25 November 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Let's Talk Housing Standards

    Last chance for people to have their say on proposals to help improve housing standards in the Chichester District

    People in the Chichester District are being reminded to give their views in Chichester District Council's latest public consultation - Let's Talk: Housing Standards - before it closes on 4 December.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 19 November 2020

    I hope that you are all keeping safe and well. I know that many people are interested on keeping up to date with the latest infection rates. This is reported weekly by West Sussex County Council.

  • Diverted giving

    Residents in Chichester District encouraged to 'make their change count' to help rough sleepers off the streets

    People across Chichester District are being urged to 'make their change count' and help bring about lasting change to the lives of rough sleepers.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 18 November 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Petworth Old Bakery

    New tenants move into Petworth Old Bakery shopping arcade

    The Old Bakery arcade in Petworth is welcoming its newest tenants, while two existing businesses are preparing to move into bigger premises on the Chichester District Council-owned site.

  • CDC outside

    Chichester markets continue to be held in line with national coronavirus restrictions

    Local residents can continue to purchase fresh food products and plants at regular markets held in Chichester.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 13 November 2020

    I hope that you are all managing to adapt to the latest government restrictions and are accessing any support you may need. We are currently issuing a weekly email newsletter with information on the very latest advice and support.

  • CDC outside

    Businesses that have had to close due to national restrictions can apply for a grant under the Local Restrictions Support Grant scheme

    Local businesses that have had to close due to the national coronavirus restrictions are being invited by Chichester District Council to apply for a one off grant payment.

  • Christmas wrapping paper

    Residents across Chichester District encouraged to recycle as much as they can this Christmas

    Chichester District Council is reminding residents of the many ways that they can recycle their waste to help reduce their environmental impact this Christmas.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update: 10 November 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Countdown to Christmas 2020

    Campaign aims to support local businesses this Christmas

    Chichester District Council, its partners and the Observer Series, are joining forces to support local businesses by launching another special Christmas campaign for 2020 on 12 November.

  • CDC outside

    Grant success to help low income residents in Chichester District make their homes more energy efficient

    Eligible homeowners in the Chichester District are able to apply for a special grant to upgrade their homes' energy performance after Chichester District Council received a pot of Government funding.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 6 November 2020

    As you will all be aware, the Prime Minister announced that from yesterday, new national restrictions will apply in England in order to try and control the spread of the coronavirus.

  • Let's Talk Housing Standards

    Residents invited to have their say on proposals to help improve housing standards in the Chichester District

    Chichester District Council has drafted a policy outlining ways in which the council can help residents and landlords to maintain and improve the condition of housing in the district. The council is encouraging people to share their views on this in a new public consultation running from Friday 6 November until 4 December.

  • CDC outside

    COVID recovery plan for Chichester District is on track to meet key aims

    A plan to help the Chichester District recover from the spring lockdown is on track in the latest update report to council leaders.

  • Parking - machine

    Review of parking charges in Chichester District Council-owned car parks

    Leading councillors have reviewed parking charges across all council owned car parks across Chichester District and agreed that some prices will reduce, some will stay the same while a small increase - in most cases just 10 pence - will apply to some others.

  • Housing - wooden house

    Funding will support projects which will help reduce homelessness and rough sleeping in Chichester District

    Leading councillors for Chichester District have approved funding for two organisations to support projects that will help reduce homelessness and rough sleeping in the district.

  • CDC outside

    Compulsory Purchase Order for key housing site in Chichester District is formally made

    A Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) has been formally made to help progress a key housing site in Tangmere in Chichester District.

  • Council tax

    Scheme will continue to help Chichester District residents on low incomes pay their council tax

    A scheme which supports low income residents across Chichester District to pay their council tax has been renewed.

  • CDC outside

    Council working with the Health and Safety Executive to help keep businesses COVID-secure

    Chichester District Council is continuing to work closely with local businesses to help them stay COVID-secure through a new project with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 29 October 2020

    Last week I was delighted to attend the socially distanced start of work for a small housing development. When it is finished next year, it will provide homes for older people in Chichester who are on low incomes. This is a project which our council has helped fund and I was very pleased to meet those involved from the Chichester Greyfriars Housing Association and hear about the very clear need that this development, close to the centre of Chichester, will meet.

  • CDC outside

    Communities across the Chichester District benefit from £250,000 funding pot

    An accessible recreation ground, a tree planting project, and new outdoor gym equipment, are just some of the projects that have received funding as part of a scheme overseen by Chichester District Council.

  • CDC outside

    Council appoints contractor to deliver short stay homeless accommodation for the district

    A project to increase the amount of much-needed short stay accommodation for people facing homelessness has reached its next key milestone with the selection of an appointed contractor.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 26 October

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Let's Talk Climate Change

    Last chance for people to have their say on climate change action plan for the Chichester District

    People in the Chichester District are being reminded to give their views on Chichester District Council's action plan to help tackle climate change in the area before the consultation ends on 6 November.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 20 October 2020

    As coronavirus cases continue to rise across the country, it is worth regularly checking the government's postcode checker to find out the latest alert level, not only locally, but for anywhere else you plan to visit. Many of you may have plans for the half-term holiday and so it is definitely worth checking this before you travel anywhere. You can find this at www.gov.uk/coronavirus

  • CDC outside

    Historic Sloe Fair to retain Royal Charter

    Chichester's historic annual Sloe Fair will retain its Royal Charter, even though the event is unable to take place this year.

  • Livestock market

    New exhibition marks 30th anniversary of Chichester's Livestock Market closure

    Chichester's history as a market town is to be commemorated in a new exhibition launching at The Novium Museum this month.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispacth - 14 October 2020

    This week, the Prime Minister, announced a new three-tier lockdown plan. This sets out different rules for regions as being on 'medium', 'high' or 'very high' alert. These new rules have been introduced to try and curb the significant increase in rates across the country.

  • CDC outside

    Council leader pledges to support Anti-Slavery Day

    Chichester District councillors are marking Anti-Slavery Day on Sunday 18 October, by signing up to a joint pledge to stop all forms of slavery, human trafficking and exploitation.

  • CDC outside

    Council launches Test and Trace self-isolation support scheme

    Chichester District Council is making residents aware that they may be eligible for financial support if they have been instructed to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace — either due to a positive Covid-19 test or having been in contact with someone who has tested positive.

  • Let's Talk Cycling & Walking

    Last chance for people to have their say on suggested local cycling and walking route improvements

    People in the Chichester District are being reminded to give their views on a new Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan for Chichester city centre and the surrounding area before the consultation ends on 19 October.

  • Dog - stock image

    Dog Control Public Spaces Protection Order is adopted for the Chichester District

    A review of the rules for dogs in public spaces has been approved for the Chichester District.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 7 October 2020

    Last week, the Government launched its Green Homes Grant scheme. This will give over 600,000 homeowners in England up to £5,000 to pay part of the cost of energy saving measures like adding insulation or installing a low carbon heat system.

  • CDC outside

    Leading councillors agree to invest £15,000 in city park as part of events strategy for Chichester District

    Leading councillors have agreed to invest £15,000 on purchasing a commercial power supply for Chichester's Priory Park as part of the first ever events strategy devised for the Chichester District.

  • CDC outside

    Assessment of land availability will help identify potential housing and employment sites in Chichester District

    Chichester District Council has moved another step further in the Local Plan Review process and published a list of sites across the Local Plan area that may have the potential to accommodate housing and employment.

  • Grant funding

    Council extends COVID-19 grants scheme application deadline

    Chichester District Council is calling for local community groups and businesses to apply for COVID-19 funding support as the deadline for applications is extended until 23 October, or while funding remains available.

  • CDC outside

    Reinstatement works to begin at Chichester's Priory Park

    Improvement works are set to begin in Chichester's Priory Park on Tuesday 6 October.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 29 September 2020

    It's hard to believe that it's almost October — and already many of us have started to think ahead to Christmas! This year has been difficult for all of us, especially our local businesses.

  • CDC outside

    Council urges Government to review its proposed changes to current planning system

    Chichester District Council has written to the Government urging it to reconsider the way it calculates housing targets under its proposed changes to the current planning system, planning policy and regulations.

  • CDC outside

    Pop-up shop applications now open for the Christmas period in Chichester city centre

    Entrepreneurs looking to test the market and get experience of being on the high street are being invited to apply for a pop-up shop space.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 28 September 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Let's Talk Climate Change

    Residents encouraged to have their say on climate change action plan for the Chichester District

    Chichester District Council has developed an action plan to help tackle climate change in the area and is asking for people to share their views in a new public consultation running from Friday 25 September until 6 November.

  • Bird Aware Sept 2020

    Local bird protection partnership gets another feather in its cap

    On Friday 18 September a Solent based partnership that helps to protect coastal birds, was presented by the Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) with a prestigious environmental award.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 22 September 2020

    On 24 September, the Government is launching the NHS Covid-19 app.

  • Let's Talk Cycling & Walking

    New consultation invites residents to have their say on cycling and walking network improvements

    Local people are being encouraged to give their views on a new Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan for Chichester city centre, as part of a public consultation going live today (18 September) until 19 October 2020.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 15 September 2020

    This week, the Government introduced the 'rule of six' to target the rise in coronavirus cases in the country. This new restriction means that social gatherings, inside or outside the home, should not exceed six people.

  • Wellbeing walking course

    New walking course to help Chichester District residents improve their health and wellbeing

    Chichester Wellbeing is launching a new walking course to help support people who find it difficult to maintain an active lifestyle.

  • CDC outside

    Council to ask for views on climate change action plan for the Chichester District

    Residents will soon be able to have their say on a climate change action plan that has been put together for the Chichester District.

  • Walking

    Public will soon be invited to comment on Chichester City Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan

    Members of the public will soon be given the opportunity to have their say on the Chichester City Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).

  • CDC outside

    Leading councillors recommend a Compulsory Purchase Order for key housing site in Chichester District

    A key site for housing in Chichester District has moved one step closer after leading councillors recommended that a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) be carried out to enable a comprehensive approach to be taken to development of the land.

  • Cllr Plant

    District Dispatch - 8 September 2020

    A few weeks ago in this column, we talked about the importance of protecting our local environment. This is reflected in the council's COVID-19 Recovery Plan, which has a particular focus on the environment and healthy lifestyles.

  • CDC outside

    Contracts are exchanged for Midhurst's old Grange Centre

    Midhurst's old Grange Centre site has moved another step closer to being transformed now that contracts have been exchanged.

  • CDC outside

    Green scheme is helping to make solar panels cheaper for homeowners

    A new scheme will help to make solar panels cheaper and easier to install for businesses and homeowners across the Chichester District.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 1 September 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 1 September 2020

    I'd like to start by thanking everyone for their patience and support over the recent weeks and months as we've adapted our services and the way we work in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Although it's been largely business as usual for the council, at the start of the pandemic some of our services had to alter to respond to the outbreak in order to best help our communities and those most in need. The safety of our staff and communities remains our priority, but although our offices remain closed to the public, I'm keen to reassure people that we are here to help.

  • District dispatch 1

    District Dispatch - 25 August 2020

    Over the last few weeks I have been asking my Cabinet colleagues to take over this space to explain how our council is planning to help the district recover from the coronavirus crisis. Each column has looked at the different headings of our recovery plan, which was agreed last month. I hope that you have found this information useful - I will of course update you regularly on how the plan is progressing.

  • Councillor Peter Wilding

    District Dispatch - organisational recovery plans - August 18 2020

    Last week, my colleague Cllr Susan Taylor, who is Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Planning updated you on our planning, health and environmental protection recovery plan. This week I want to take you through our organisational recovery plan.

  • Art fund - Novium Museum grant 2020

    The Novium Museum receives Art Fund grant to develop virtual field trips

    The Novium Museum in Chichester will be developing a series of innovative virtual field trips for school groups, thanks to an Art Fund grant of £21,646.

  • Grant funding

    £500,000 COVID-19 grants scheme launched by council to help local community groups and businesses

    Chichester District Council has launched a £500,000 discretionary grants scheme to support local community groups and businesses, as part of its COVID-19 recovery plan.

  • Cllr. Taylor

    District Dispatch - Planning, health and environmental protection recovery

    Last week, my colleague Cllr Martyn Bell, Cabinet Member for Growth, Place and Regeneration, updated you on our plans for the economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. This week, I want to update you on the planning, health and environmental protection recovery plan.

  • Let's Talk Dogs in Public Spaces

    Last chance for people to have their say on dog control rules in the Chichester District

    People in the Chichester District are being reminded to give their views on the rules for dogs in public spaces before the consultation ends on 14 August.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 4 August 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district. It is currently issued once a month.

  • CDC outside

    Free pavement licences now available to support Chichester District businesses

    Chichester District Council has announced that it will allow eligible hospitality businesses to place seats and tables outside of their buildings for free.

  • Cllr. Bell

    District Dispatch - Business Recovery

    Supporting our local businesses and helping the economy to recover is a key priority within the council's COVID-19 recovery plan.

  • Cllr. Briscoe

    District Dispatch - Community Recovery

    For those who don't know me, I am Councillor Roy Briscoe and I'm the Cabinet Member for Culture and Community Services at Chichester District Council. Over the next few weeks, the other cabinet members and I will be taking over district dispatch to update you on our future plans.

  • Housing - wooden house

    Project to increase short stay homeless accommodation reaches key milestone

    The next stage of a project to increase the amount of much-needed short stay accommodation for people facing homelessness in the Chichester District has reached another important milestone.

  • The Novium Museum - Mystery Warrior exhibition

    The Novium Museum shortlisted for national award for virtual lockdown activities

    Chichester's award-winning Novium Museum has been recognised by Kids in Museums for its Virtual Roman Week festival, receiving praise for providing engaging interactive online activities for families to enjoy during lockdown.

  • Recovery

    Council sets out its key priorities in COVID recovery plan for Chichester District

    Preventing homelessness, providing more community grants and helping to support the arts and tourism industry are some of the immediate key aims of a COVID recovery plan that have been set out for the Chichester District.

  • Chichester Cathedral and gardens

    Council boosts tourism sector with £150,000 investment

    A major-long term investment to boost jobs and the economy in the tourism sector was agreed by Chichester District Council today (Tuesday 21 July).

  • Let's Talk Dogs in Public Spaces

    Residents encouraged to have their say on dog control rules in the Chichester District

    Chichester District Council is reviewing the rules for dogs in public spaces and is asking people to give their views in a new public consultation starting Friday 17 July.

  • Tick list

    Residents in Chichester District asked to comment on the Local List for planning applications

    Residents in Chichester District are being asked for their views on the information that applicants must provide in support of their planning applications.

  • Litter enforcement officer

    Residents and visitors in Chichester District urged to dispose of litter properly over the summer

    Members of the public are being urged to dispose of their litter and instant barbecues properly this summer as people head out to enjoy the sunshine.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Eat out to help out' - a message from our Council Leader

    Last week, the government announced that it would be launching the 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme. This will run during August and will offer you 50% off a meal, up to the value of £10, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at restaurants, cafes, hotels and pubs that are taking part in the scheme.

  • Beach

    Beach goers urged to follow foreshores safety guidelines this summer

    Chichester District Council is reminding people to follow its Foreshores Code of Conduct and maintain social distancing to ensure that everyone can enjoy the district's beaches safely this summer.

  • Council tax

    Council tax hardship scheme expanded to help more economically vulnerable residents in Chichester District

    Leading councillors have agreed to expand a scheme which helps economically vulnerable people in Chichester District pay their council tax.

  • Wellbeing - heart and vegetables

    Chichester Wellbeing launch online Move it and Lose it workshops

    Chichester District residents looking to lose weight, get fit, and lead a healthier lifestyle can join Chichester Wellbeing's online Move it and Lose it workshops.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 9 July 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Shopping

    District Council High Street Group will support the recovery and transformation of Chichester city centre

    Supporting Chichester District's high street areas will continue to be key a focus of Chichester District Council's Economic Recovery plan after leading councillors renewed their commitment to the existing Vision projects taking place across the district.

  • View of The Novium museum from Tower Street

    Chichester's Novium Museum to reopen this month

    The Novium Museum and Chichester Tourist Information Centre will reopen safely to visitors from Tuesday 28 July in line with Government guidelines.

  • District dispatch 1

    'How you can support rough sleepers' - a message from our Council Leader

    It is great to see that so many of our local businesses have now reopened and that our High Streets are starting to return to some sort of normality.

  • Priory Park

    Council play areas set to reopen across the district

    This weekend, Chichester District Council will be reopening all of its play parks and outdoor fitness equipment in line with the Government's coronavirus guidance.

  • Let's Talk Planning graphic

    Last chance for people to have their say on interim planning statement

    People in the Chichester District are being reminded to give their views on a draft Interim Policy Statement for Housing before the consultation ends on Friday 10 July.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update - 2 July 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    'A reminder for when you're out and about' - a message from our Council Leader

    Over the past few weeks, we've seen temperatures soar and lockdown restrictions eased. This has provided people with a welcome opportunity to go out and about and enjoy what the district has to offer, and is a positive sign for our local businesses - many of whom have reopened or are about to reopen.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 25 June 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Supporting local businesses

    Council and local businesses join forces to welcome shoppers back to the district's high streets

    Local businesses have joined forces with Chichester District Council to welcome shoppers back to the high streets in Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth, Selsey and East Wittering.

  • CDC outside

    Chichester Wellbeing offers free, friendly advice to residents

    Chichester District residents can access a range of free online and telephone support from Chichester Wellbeing to improve their health and wellbeing during this difficult time.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Easing the lockdown' - a message from our Council Leader

    This week there has been a lot of positive news, with the government giving the green light for more of our businesses to open from 4 July.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 18 June 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Priory Park

    Council issues reminder on the use of its parks

    Fitness instructors and personal trainers that hold one-to-one sessions and group exercise classes in parks and green spaces are being reminded that they must have a licence from Chichester District Council.

  • Beach bathing

    Chichester District bathing waters rated among the best in England

    Bathing waters at all three EU designated bathing beaches within the Chichester District have been classified as 'Excellent' - the highest classification possible.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Reopening our high streets' - a message from Council Leader

    Monday was a big day for our high streets as many businesses started to open their doors to customers for the first time in almost three months. I know that for many people, being able to get back to work and visit a wider range of shops and businesses in person has been a welcome change of scenery and a real relief after a long few weeks of restrictions.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 11 June 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Petworth fly tip

    Appeal for information following commercial fly tip in Petworth

    Residents in Chichester District are being asked for any information they may have following a serious fly tip incident in Petworth over the weekend.

  • Water droplet

    Council urges premises to carry out post-lockdown Legionella checks

    Chichester District Council is working with Public Health England to advise businesses and voluntary groups of the potential for Legionnaires' Disease (Legionella) in water systems that have been fully or partially closed during lockdown.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Supporting our local businesses' - a message from Council Leader

    At the start of the lockdown, I said that when we start to recover from this crisis, we would all have a role to play in supporting our local businesses. As the Government starts to release further restrictions under its recovery plan, we are now at that point. As long as the Government's key tests are met and businesses have made their premises 'COVID-19 Secure', our High Streets will start to reopen from Monday 15 June.

  • Farmers' Market tomatoes

    Chichester Farmers' Market return is resounding success

    The return of the Chichester Farmers' Market has been hailed a success, after resuming in the temporary location of Cattle Market Car Park on Friday 5 June.

  • Let's Talk Planning graphic

    Residents encouraged to have their say on interim planning policy

    People in the Chichester District are being invited to give their views on a draft interim housing policy in a public consultation starting Friday 12 June.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 4 June 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • Supporting local businesses

    Council launches campaign to encourage residents to support local businesses

    Chichester District Council has launched a campaign in association with the Chichester and the Midhurst and Petworth Observer to encourage residents across the Chichester District to shop local and support their local businesses.

  • Parking - car

    Parking initiatives to be introduced in Chichester District car parks

    A number of incentives will be introduced to Chichester District Council-owned car parks from 8 June at the same time as charging is resumed.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Recognising our unsung heroes this Volunteers' Week' - a message from Council Leader

    This week is Volunteers' Week - a chance for us to recognise all of those unsung heroes who are making a huge difference to the lives of others. Our district is renowned for its amazing volunteers in normal times, but since this crisis began, we have had an unbelievable response from those who want to help others.

  • Business grants 2

    Further £1.8 million made available for local businesses

    £1.8 million of government funding is now available to support small businesses in the Chichester District, which were previously outside the scope of the business grant funds scheme.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 28 May 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • CDC outside

    A further £64,000 is invested in Social Prescribing service

    A service which supports GP patients with ill-health caused by non-medical issues will continue for a further four years.

  • Parking enforcement

    Council boosts patrols in coastal areas to tackle obstructive parking

    Chichester District Council has boosted its parking patrols in coastal areas in response to an increase in dangerous and obstructive parking.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Preparing for a different kind of normal' - a message from Council Leader

    As a council, we are continuing to respond and adapt to the coronavirus crisis as we move towards the recovery stage. We have identified four key areas which teams from across our council will be focussing on over the coming months as our lives slowly but surely start to return to a different kind of normal.

  • Volunteer

    Help to shine a light on volunteers across Chichester District

    Chichester District Council is asking residents' to help shine a light on volunteers across the district this Volunteers' Week, 1 - 7 June 2020.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 21 May 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Responding and adapting to the coronavirus crisis' - a message from Council Leader

    Last Saturday, people across the district joined together to raise funds for Stonepillow. From trikes and wheelbarrows, to summer houses and double decker buses, many of our staff and councillors found a new bed for the night in support of the 'Little Big Sleep Out at Home' fundraising event, helping to raise thousands of pounds in the process.

  • Farmers' Market bread

    Chichester Farmers' Market set to resume next month

    Food lovers will be able to buy good quality local produce when Chichester Farmers' Market sets up its stalls again next month.

  • Bird aware

    Birds spread their wings during lockdown

    For many, the new measures surrounding exercise during the lockdown period will have come as great respite.

  • Council meetings

    Council meetings to be streamed live

    Residents will be able to keep up-to-date with major Chichester District Council decisions when its public meetings start to be streamed live online this week.

  • Little Big Sleep Out at Home 2020

    Buses and bath tubs! Council members and staff 'Sleep Out at Home' to raise money for homelessness charity

    From trikes and wheelbarrows, to summer houses and double decker buses, Chichester District Council staff and councillors found a new bed for the night in support of Stonepillow's 'Little Big Sleep Out at Home' last Saturday.

  • Coronavirus

    Leading councillors praise staff response to COVID-19 crisis

    Leading councillors at Chichester District Council praised staff at this week's cabinet meeting, for their rapid response to supporting the district's communities since the COVID-19 crisis began.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 14 May 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Pulling together to support each other' - a message from Council Leader

    As many of you will be aware, the Chichester District had a special mention at the Downing Street press briefing last week. This was due to the fact that we are currently the highest performing council at issuing business rate grants in England.

  • CDC outside

    Councillors and staff get ready to 'Sleep Out at Home' in support of local homelessness charity

    Chichester District Council staff and councillors are dusting off their sleeping bags to take part in Stonepillow's 'Little Big Sleep Out at Home' this Saturday, which aims to raise funds for people who are homeless.

  • A video message from our staff and councillors

    Our staff and councillors would like to remind you that we are here to help you and would like to thank you for all of your support during this crisis.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 6 May 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • VE Day

    Chichester District residents encouraged to celebrate VE Day at home

    With social distancing measures still in place, residents in the Chichester District are being encouraged to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE Day at home on Friday 8 May, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 6 May 2020

    By Sunday, we should have a clearer picture on how the current lockdown will start to be lifted. What is in no doubt is that we won't see a rapid return to normality.

  • Business grants 2

    Hundreds of local businesses receive COVID-19 grant funding

    Business rate grants, totalling around £36 million, have now been issued to approximately 3,000 businesses in the Chichester District.

  • CDC outside

    Coronavirus update 30 April 2020

    This briefing is to keep you updated on the evolving situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) and the actions being taken in the district.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 28 April 2020

    I want to start by thanking all of those who have put themselves forward to volunteer and help during this crisis. I have to tell you that we have been overwhelmed by the response - with hundreds of you offering your support. It really has been inspiring.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 21 April 2020

    As everyone is aware, the government has extended the lockdown period for at least another three weeks. This means more than ever that we need to look out for those who are most vulnerable.

  • Bird Aware home schooling

    Local nature Partnership offers home schooling ideas

    Celebrities like Joe Wicks, Carol Vorderman and Chris Packham have all been busy lending a hand with home-schooling, and now Bird Aware Solent, a Partnership that covers the Isle of Wight and Solent region, have got involved too.

  • Business grants 2

    £37 million in COVID-19 grants is being issued to local businesses in the Chichester District

    Local businesses will receive more than £37 million in council grant payments aimed at supporting them through the COVID-19 crisis.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 15 April 2020

    Since the coronavirus crisis began, people from across our district have been pulling together and demonstrating a real sense of community, and that's something we should all be incredibly proud of.

  • CDC outside

    Positive step forward: A27 Chichester Bypass major scheme to be developed for possible future funding

    Chichester's MP, the district council and county council have welcomed news that the A27 Chichester Bypass major improvement scheme is included in a list of projects to be developed for possible future funding.

  • Easter

    Public urged to stay away from Chichester District this Easter

    Members of the public are being urged to stay away from Chichester District this weekend to continue the fight against coronavirus.

  • District dispatch 1

    'Thank you for supporting neighbours, family and friends' - a message from Council Leader

    I want to start this message by thanking every person who is supporting their neighbours, family and friends through this dreadful crisis. It's more important than ever that we work together to support those people who are alone and need help.

  • Council tax and benefits

    Council tax help for residents in the Chichester District

    Chichester District Council is making people aware of all of the support that is available to help them pay their bills during this challenging time.

  • Waste and recycling bins

    Overwhelming resident support for council's Waste Collection team

    Residents across the Chichester District have taken to social media to show overwhelming support for the council's Waste Collection team.

  • Bonfire

    Council warns against bonfires during coronavirus outbreak

    People are being urged not to light bonfires in the Chichester District in order to protect the health of others during the coronavirus crisis.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 2 April 2020

    Last week, it was very touching to see people come out of their homes across the country to clap for our carers. Coming together to support one another in times such as this is what makes our country great.

  • District dispatch 1

    A message from our Council Leader - 26 March 2020

    As I said in my last district dispatch, we are experiencing one of the most challenging and unprecedented times that we have ever known.

  • Coronavirus

    Plans in place to continue with vital services

    Residents and businesses are being reassured by Chichester District Council that vital community services are being prioritised in response to the Coronavirus crisis.

  • Pop up shop scheme

    Pop Up Shop initiative welcomes its first businesses

    Chichester city centre will welcome three new start-up businesses to the High Street as part of Chichester District Council's exciting Pop Up Shop Initiative.

  • Priory Park improvement works

    Enhancements to Chichester's Priory Park continue

    Priory Park in Chichester will receive welcome improvements to its north west corner, thanks to a new enhancement project.

  • Renewable energy

    Council aims to flick the switch to renewable energy

    Chichester District Council Cabinet members have taken another step in the fight against climate change by recommending that the council switch its largest energy contract to 100% renewable electricity and gas.

  • Coins - finance

    10p a week council tax rise is agreed to protect vital services across Chichester District

    Chichester District Councillors have agreed to increase the average council tax bill by around ten pence a week for a Band D property in order to protect vital services across the district.

  • Housing - wooden house

    Council allocates grant funding for affordable homes in line with its newly approved housing strategy

    Chichester District Council has approved a new housing strategy, which sets out how the council plans to meet local housing needs over the next five years.

  • CDC outside

    Update on fire at Chichester Household Waste Recycling site

    You may have heard that there was a fire on Monday night at West Sussex County Council's Household Waste Recycling site in Westhampnett.

  • Roman Week 2019

    Grant funding success for Chichester Roman Week 2020

    The Novium Museum has been awarded a grant of £10,500 from Arts Council England to help make this year's Chichester Roman Week the biggest and best yet.

  • Coronavirus

    Joint statement on coronavirus cases in Surrey and West Sussex

    This afternoon the Chief Medical Officer for England announced three further patients who were 'close contacts of a known case', had tested positive for COVID-19. These relate to a man who tested positive in Surrey on Friday 28 February so brings the total number of confirmed cases in Surrey to two. We can also confirm the other two cases in this family cluster have been confirmed in West Sussex. All cases are adults and are not health workers.

  • Service status

  • Council building

    Website downtime - Thursday 10 December

  • CDC - outside view

    We are currently experiencing problems with our phone system

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