News: Chichester District Council

A message from our Council Leader during this difficult time

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 (COVID-19)

The latest advice and service updates
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Council to redevelop St James Industrial Estate in Chichester

Chichester District Council has announced that it plans to redevelop and refurbish St James Industrial Estate in Chichester, subject to planning permission.
Council works with local community to help protect wildlife

Chichester District Council has joined forces with local organisations at a working party in Fishbourne this week to help protect one of the district's rare chalk streams.
Rogate pub fined for food safety offences

The former owner of the White Horse Public House in Rogate has been fined after breaching a number of food safety regulations.
Local Plan timetable to be reviewed following Government advice

A new timetable for Chichester's Local Plan is to be introduced, following advice from Government officials.
Weather warning - Saturday 15 - Sunday 16 February

The Met Office has issued an amber warning for rain on Sunday 16 February.
Weather warning - Sunday 9 February

The Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind on Sunday 9 February.
Council offers grants towards community VE Day celebrations

Parish, town and city councils in the Chichester District are being invited to apply for grant funding to mark VE Day, which will be celebrated this year on Friday 8 May.
Council receives £230,465 Government grant to support rough sleepers

Chichester District Council has successfully bid for £230,465 of funding from the Government's Rough Sleeper initiative, as part of its ongoing commitment to support rough sleepers.
Council scheme aims to help boost tree planting in the Chichester District

Residents and businesses are being encouraged to sponsor a tree in one of the Chichester District's many parks and gardens, as part of a council scheme that aims to help tackle climate change and protect the local environment.
Local photographers are snap happy!

Two amateur photographers in the Solent region have scooped a prize in a competition designed to raise awareness of protected winter birds.
New look for Chichester underpass

Northgate underpass in Chichester has been given a welcome makeover thanks to a multi-agency vision for the city.
New Pop Up Shop Initiative is open for business

Chichester District Council is calling for local entrepreneurs to take part in an exciting Pop Up Shop Initiative, which is being launched this week to help support small and start-up businesses in the district.
Secrets of a real-life Asterix warrior are revealed

The secrets of an Iron Age Warrior, who is thought to have been a real-life Asterix resistance fighter, will be revealed through a new exhibition at The Novium Museum in Chichester from 25 January 2020.
Cold weather alert - be prepared

The Met Office has issued a Level 2 Cold Weather Alert between Sunday 19 January and Tuesday 21 January.
Council selects developer to deliver major Chichester regeneration

Chichester District Council has selected its preferred development partner to deliver the Southern Gateway regeneration project.
Council invests in action against climate change

Leading councillors at Chichester District Council have taken a key step forward in the fight against climate change by officially adopting a first stage Climate Emergency Action Plan and recommending that the Council fund a new Climate Emergency Officer for the district.
Investment could unlock over £1m funding to support wildlife projects

Over £1m of grant funding could potentially be accessed to support and enhance wildlife in the district after leading councillors at Chichester District Council agreed to invest in a Strategic Wildlife Corridors project.
Chichester District Council responds to feedback on car parking charges

Chichester District Council has been consulting on a range of proposals that aim to help balance demand for car parking spaces across its car parks.
Council takes steps to help tackle air quality in Midhurst

Chichester District Council's Cabinet declared an Air Quality Management Area at Rumbolds Hill in Midhurst at its meeting on 7 January.
The Mystery Warrior — Unveiled soon at The Novium Museum

The secrets of an Iron Age warrior, who is thought to have been a real-life Asterix resistance fighter, are to be revealed this month through a major exhibition at The Novium Museum, Chichester.
Drive electric! New electric vehicle charging points installed across the Chichester District

Eighteen new electric vehicle charging points have been installed in the Chichester District to encourage more people to use electric vehicles and to support existing electric vehicle drivers.
Chichester District public toilets win big at national awards ceremony

Chichester District Council has joined the 'Premier League' of public toilets after winning an array of awards at the Loo of the Year Awards 2019.
Council urges people to carry out welfare checks before buying a puppy

Chichester District Council is urging people to carry out important welfare checks before buying a puppy.
Council offices Christmas closure

The Council offices at East Pallant House will be closed from 3pm on Tuesday 24 December 2019, re-opening at 8.45am on Thursday 2 January 2020.
Move it and Lose it workshops help people improve their health and wellbeing in the Chichester District

The Chichester Wellbeing team is launching a programme of 'Move it and Lose it' workshops to help residents lose weight, get fit, and lead a healthier lifestyle in the new year.
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.
Campaign to support local High Streets and businesses reaches over a million on social media

A special campaign aimed at supporting High Streets and local businesses in the Chichester District has been a huge success, reaching over a million people on social media.
Selsey bathing water achieves excellent status for 2020

Bathing water at Selsey beach has achieved excellent status for the second year running.
Businesses reminded of smoking laws to help protect workers and customers

Chichester District Council has been reminding businesses of their legal duties around smoking in the workplace, as part of Stoptober - a national campaign that encourages people to stop smoking.
There is still time to take part in the Countdown to Christmas campaign!

Councils, organisations, businesses and the local media in the Chichester District have joined forces to support their local High Streets and businesses by launching a very special Christmas campaign.
Register to vote in the upcoming UK General Election

Residents of the Chichester District are being reminded of the need to register to vote in the run up to the UK Parliamentary General Election on 12 December 2019.
Chichester celebrates the homecoming of Market Cross sculpture

The original King Charles I bust from Chichester's Market Cross will be returning home from the Tate Britain this winter.
Chichester District Council to consult on car parking charges proposals

Chichester District Council will soon be consulting on a range of proposals that aim to help balance demand for car parking spaces across its car parks. If given the go ahead, the changes would be introduced from April 2020.
Council adopts new strategies to support business growth and investment in the Chichester District

Leading Councillors at Chichester District Council have approved important updates to its Economic Development Strategy and introduced a new Inward Investment and Growth Strategy to help support district businesses and the local economy.
Nominees for Loxwood Ward by-election announced

Four people have been nominated for election in the Loxwood by-election which will take place on 21 November.
Council Leader asks Government for more time to review Local Plan

The Leader of Chichester District Council, Cllr Eileen Lintill has met with the Minister for Local Government and Homelessness, Luke Hall, to ask for more time to complete the review of the council's Local Plan.
The birds are back in town!

It's that special time of year that welcomes thousands of birds returning to the Solent.
Campaign aims to support High Streets and local businesses this Christmas

Councils, organisations, businesses and the local media in the Chichester District are joining forces to support their local High Streets and businesses by launching a very special Christmas campaign.
Communities in the Chichester District benefit from £250,000 funding pot

New children's play equipment, improvements to community buildings, and traffic calming measures are just some of the projects that have been funded as part of a scheme overseen by Chichester District Council.
New street trading rules to be considered

Councillors have agreed for officers to undertake a consultation exercise to consider a more flexible licensing approach to street trading in Chichester city centre.
£2.1 million project to increase temporary homeless accommodation moves a step forward

A £2.1 million project to increase the amount of much-needed temporary accommodation for people facing homelessness in Chichester District has begun.
World War II sea defences discovered in Chichester

A military artefact from the Second World War will be put on display, following its discovery on a development site in Chichester.
Flood Alert for coastal areas this weekend

The Met Office and the Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for coastal areas of the district on Sunday 29 and Monday 30 September.
Local volunteers make Selsey beach clean a huge success

Volunteers are being thanked for their part in a successful weekend beach clean at Selsey's East Beach.
Government praises road cleanliness in the Chichester District

Chichester District Council has been recognised for its efforts in keeping the A27 clean and litter free. In an independent assessment, commissioned by The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the A27 achieved consistently high standard of cleanliness.
Marine Conservation Society beach clean events

We are supporting this national project to help keep our beaches clean.
Council secures key relocation site for Southern Gateway regeneration

Chichester's Southern Gateway project has reached another important milestone after securing an important relocation site.
Council to develop new 'pop up shop' initiative

Leading councillors at Chichester District Council have given their support to the creation of a new scheme, which aims to support local High Streets by getting vacant shops back into business.
The birds are back in town

We are extremely fortunate to live near the Solent as it offers a wealth of wonder to our lives.
Chichester Summer Street Party is a huge success

Hundreds of people got into the party spirit at Chichester's first ever Summer Street Party on Thursday 22 August.
Chichester City Football Club makes an important summer signing

Chichester City Football Club has kick started its 2019/2020 season by signing a new lease with Chichester District Council for its home in Oaklands Park.
August bank holiday office closure

The Council offices at East Pallant House, Chichester, will be closed on Monday 26 August.
Brace for monster mayhem with the launch of new exhibition

Be prepared! This autumn, The Novium Museum is set to unleash a band of weird and wonderful aliens, zombies and monsters with the launch of a fun, interactive and immersive new exhibition.
Eighteen new electric vehicle charging points to be installed in the Chichester District

Eighteen new electric vehicle charging points will soon be introduced in the Chichester District.
Don't miss Chichester's first summer street party

With just days to go before Chichester holds its first ever Summer Street Party in East Street, shoppers and visitors are being invited to get into the party spirit and join in the celebrations on Thursday 22 August.
Weather warning - Saturday 10 August 2019

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind on Saturday 10 August.
Council to identify cycling and walking network improvements for Chichester

Chichester District Council has started work on the development of a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan for Chichester city centre and its links to adjoining parishes.
Priory Park statue dated to 1776 to be restored

A much loved statue that has been in Chichester's Priory Park since 1873 will soon be repaired and restored.
An August packed full of events

Looking for something to do in the Solent this summer? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through, during the holidays there are lots of events happening across the region.
Celebrate at Chichester's first summer street party

Shoppers and visitors are being encouraged to get into the party mood on Thursday 22 August, when Chichester holds its first ever Summer Street Party in East Street.
Local bakery is fined for selling pastry containing maggots

A bakery in East Wittering has been fined after selling a bacon and cheese pastry containing maggots.
Secrets from 'spectacular' Iron Age warrior burial will finally be told

The secrets of an Iron Age warrior, who may have fought alongside King Commius during Julius Caesar's wars with the Gauls, will finally be told through a major exhibition at The Novium Museum, Chichester.
Hot weather alert

The Met Office has warned that the country is likely to experience hot weather over the coming week.
Council declares a climate emergency

Chichester District Council's Cabinet declared a climate emergency at its meeting on 9 July.
The Novium Museum invites public to share their views

The Novium Museum is asking people to give their views on its services to help shape future plans.
Grants scheme to offer extra support for small businesses

Small enterprises across the district will be able to boost their business thanks to another grants scheme, which was launched by Chichester District Council this week.
New initiatives aim to help the High Street

A package of support is being introduced by Chichester District Council to help support local retailers, as part of its commitment to support the High Street.
New community safety events for the Chichester District

Residents and community groups are invited to attend free events in Midhurst and Fishbourne to learn about community safety and the work of local crime prevention services.
Bird protection Partnership are flying high

On Tuesday 4 June a Solent based partnership that helps to protect coastal birds, was recognised at the National Planning Awards with a prestigious environmental award.
New exhibition celebrates over a thousand years of Selsey's fishing industry

A new exhibition, which celebrates over 1,000 years of Selsey's fishing industry, will be launched at The Novium Museum in Chichester on Saturday 15 June and will be on show until March 2020.
Chichester Roman Week is a great success

Thousands of people attended events to celebrate this years' Chichester Roman Week which ran from 25 - 31 May.
National bathing water enhancement scheme rolled out in Selsey

Residents and visitors in Selsey will soon be visited by a shoal of printed yellow fish, as Chichester District Council introduces a national scheme to help improve bathing water in the area.
The Solent welcomes the man litter picking his way around Britain

On 22 May Bird Aware Solent, an initiative that helps to raise awareness of coastal birds that spend the winter on the Solent, teamed up with a Keep Britain Tidy ambassador, Wayne Dixon, and 'The Final Straw Solent' to litter pick a beach in Eastney, Portsmouth.
Late May bank holiday office closure

The Council offices at East Pallant House, Chichester, will be closed on Monday 27 May.
New cabinet is announced at Chichester District Council

Chichester District Council has today announced its new Cabinet, Chairman and Vice-Chairman, following the recent district elections.
Residents encouraged to have their say on events in the Chichester District

People are being asked to give their views on which events they would like to see in the Chichester District as part of public consultation which goes live on Monday 27 May.
Roman Week returns to celebrate Chichester's vibrant Roman History

The award winning Chichester Roman Week is back this May half term for its fourth year and is set to be bigger and better than ever.
Authentic French market comes to Chichester

Residents and visitors to Chichester will be able to experience a taste of France on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 May between 9am and 5pm, at an authentic French market in the city centre.
Process underway to find development partner for major Chichester regeneration project

The hunt is now on to find a development partner for Chichester's major Southern Gateway regeneration project.
Learn to powerboat at Bracklesham

People can book onto a powerboating course with Chichester District Council's foreshores team this summer.
Chichester District residents encouraged to record local wildlife sightings

Residents and visitors of Chichester District are being encouraged to help provide vital information on local wildlife in the area by reporting sightings through a dedicated phone app and website.
May bank holiday office closure

The Council offices at East Pallant House, Chichester, will be closed on Monday 6 May.
Council apologises for error on the electoral register

Chichester District Council has today apologised for an error on the electoral register and has assured residents that this has now been corrected.
Residents reminded to make their voice heard and vote

Residents of Chichester District are being reminded to make sure their voice is heard by voting on Thursday 2 May when district and parish elections will be taking place.
Workshops to motivate people to lose weight in Chichester District

The Chichester Wellbeing 'Move it and Lose it' workshops help residents lose weight, get fit, and lead a healthier lifestyle.
Easter office closure

The Council offices at East Pallant House, Chichester, will be closed on Friday 19 April and Monday 22 April.
Don't forget to check your polling station

Residents are being reminded to check the location of their polling station for the upcoming district and parish council elections to ensure there are no problems on the day.
Exciting Hollywood Rome exhibition launches at The Novium Museum, Chichester

Visitors to The Novium Museum in Chichester will be able to delve into the world of big-screen historical legends as part of its colourful new exhibition - Hollywood Rome: Reel Life in the Ancient World.
Resurfacing works to take place in Midhurst's North Street Car Park

A project to resurface and reline the North Street car park in Midhurst will start on Monday 8 April.
Make your voice heard and register to vote in upcoming Chichester District Council elections

Residents of Chichester District are being reminded to register to vote and ensure their voice is heard in this May's local elections.
Council officers are helping Chichester students reach full potential

Students from Bourne Community College are benefitting from the advice and expertise of officers from Chichester District Council as part of a national mentoring scheme.
Be a part of local democracy, become a councillor

Residents of Chichester District are being encouraged to play a part in local democracy and run to become a councillor in the upcoming district and parish council elections.
As the seasons come and go, so do the birds of the Solent

Walkers, joggers and users of our wonderful Solent coast have all been treated to flocks of fantastic coastal birds over the winter, but unfortunately, all good things must come to an end.
Next phase of Barnfield Drive gets underway to welcome new Lidl supermarket

Work will start this week to deliver a new Lidl supermarket on land at Barnfield Drive, Chichester.
Brexit

The Government has launched a public information campaign giving residents and businesses key information about how to prepare for Brexit.
Parking charges in Chichester District car parks frozen for 2019 - 2020

Residents and visitors will see a freeze to parking charging charges across Chichester District car parks over the next year.
10p a week council tax rise is agreed to protect vital services across Chichester District

Vital services across Chichester District will be protected after councillors agreed a 10p a week council tax rise for a Band D property.
Westhampnett Road air quality to be monitored following residents' concerns

Air quality at Westhampnett Road will be monitored by Chichester District Council, now that an air quality monitoring station has been installed in the area prompted by residents' feedback.
Grant funding success for Chichester Roman Week 2019

The Novium Museum in Chichester has been awarded a grant of £10,130 from Arts Council England to run this year's Chichester Roman Week.
Cycling projects to be introduced in Chichester District to encourage residents out of their cars

Encouraging people out of their cars to help improve air quality is the aim of three projects that Chichester District councillors have authorised funds to be spent on.
£2 million industrial units in Chichester ready for business

A project to build six new industrial units in Terminus Road, Chichester to boost local businesses has been completed and is open for business.
Residents urged to have their say on new housing strategy for Chichester District

People are being asked for their views on a new housing strategy for Chichester District which sets out how the council plans to meet local housing needs.
Hollywood Rome comes to Chichester

An exciting new exhibition coming to The Novium Museum this spring will bring Hollywood to Chichester, for an entirely new take on Ancient Rome.
The Novium Museum looks to build on its current success

Cabinet members at Chichester District Council have approved an ambitious business plan which is looking to expand the current success of Chichester's award winning Novium Museum and Tourist Information Centre (TIC).
Council leaders agree investment to upgrade CCTV cameras in Chichester city centre

A project to update certain CCTV cameras in Chichester is being recommended by leading councillors.
Courts begin sitting at Chichester District Council offices

Local residents will continue to have access to justice now that rooms at Chichester District Council are being used for court sittings.
Chichester District emotional wellbeing project rolled out in secondary schools

Local teenagers will benefit from a wellbeing project which teaches them skills to look after their emotional and mental health, thanks to the support of local company, Natures Way Foods.
Cold weather - updates on any disruption to services

Please note that the Met Office is warning that our area may experience severe weather conditions over the next few days. Here you will find up updates on any disruption to our services.
New location and new stalls for Chichester Farmers' Market

A convenient new location and exciting new stalls will be the perfect excuse to visit Chichester Farmers' Market this coming month.
PPP Taking Care will further enhance Careline service

Chichester Careline will benefit from significant investment and further expand its presence in the telecare market after it was agreed that PPP Taking Care should take over the service.
Formal response regarding Chichester A27 proposals is received

The Leader of Chichester District Council has received the formal written response regarding the rejected A27 proposals from Highways England.
Key projects in Chichester District aim to help the economy and improve communities

Helping the economy and improving residents' sense of place and community are the aims of key projects that have been recommended for approval by leading Chichester District councillors.
Audio recording of council meetings to continue

The audio recording of key council, cabinet and committee meetings is to continue after Chichester District Council's cabinet agreed to continue the scheme in 2019 and beyond.
Highways England rejects new A27 options

Options put forward by the Build a Better A27 group to improve the A27 have been rejected by Highways England it has been announced today.
Chichester Wellbeing officer named national Heat Hero

Emma Pagett from Arun and Chichester Wellbeing was named a Heat Hero at a special awards ceremony at the Houses of Parliament this week.
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Service status

Following Government advice that is designed to help reduce the spread of coronavirus, the council has taken a number of steps to help ensure the wellbeing of customers, staff and the wider community, while also keeping essential services running.