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Chichester District Council has served an injunction on a site near Lurgashall, in the South Downs National Park, following unauthorised engineering operations and the presence of caravans on the land.

We know that you may have questions about the recent unauthorised building work at a site in Lurgashall, and so we have prepared some frequently asked questions that we hope will help.

Leading councillors have agreed to impose a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to help reduce anti-social behaviour in Chichester city centre.

Looking after your health has never been more important, and sometimes, just a few small changes can make a big difference to your overall wellbeing. That's where the Chichester Wellbeing programme comes in. This free service is available to adults who live or work in the district and is designed to support people in making healthier lifestyle choices. The goal is to help reduce the risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer.

Prepare for a summer of fun as Chichester District Council's popular Summer Street Party and Cross Market & More artisan market returns Sunday 6 July in Chichester city centre, from 10am until 4pm.

This week marks Great Big Green Week, the UK's biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and to protect nature. From festivals to football matches, litter picks to letter writing, the week encourages as many people as possible to participate in projects that help to care for our environment.

A major new exhibition celebrating one of Chichester's most iconic local brands will open at The Novium Museum on Saturday 12 July 2025.

Chichester District Council's new online housing applications system, which will make it quicker and easier for residents to apply to join the housing register or to access housing advice, will go live on Monday 9 June.

A recent archaeological dig in Chichester's Priory Park has uncovered the remains of a stone tower — known as a barbican — that was used to defend the city's Norman castle, shining new light on this period of the city's history.

New public toilet facilities in Tower Street, Chichester are now open.

We are currently encouraging businesses and community organisations in the district to apply for funding to deliver projects that will support the local economy, businesses and community infrastructure.

Chichester District Council's new regeneration strategy, which aims to transform Chichester city centre over the next 15 years, has reached a key milestone with the appointment of a specialist consultant.