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District Dispatch column

This column is written every month to help give you an insight into the council and the work that we are doing on your behalf. It also appears in the Chichester Observer and the Midhurst and Petworth Observer. 

As a district council we cover an area of 303 square miles, including the City, Petworth, Midhurst and Selsey. We serve 115,000 people. You may not realise it, but you come into contact with our work every day. We provide more than 80 services over every 24 hour period. We empty your bins, check food hygiene standards, license taxis, clean your streets, look after the coastline, care for our parks and open spaces, and provide support and reassurance to the vulnerable. We handle your planning applications and run the off-street car parks.

To find out more about our work, we have a few videos on our Chichester District Council YouTube (opens new window) channel. 

We use resources wisely and make sure that we spend money on services that matter to you. We also work closely with our partners to ensure that you are receiving quality services that give value for money. We are doing this in a number of ways, from buying together to sharing services. We are always looking for new ways to deliver those services.

As a council we always welcome your views. You can do this in a number of ways, including communicating with us on our social sites, sending us a message on our website, or emailing publicrelations@chichester.gov.uk 

District Dispatch - 2 September 2025

There are times in our lives when we face challenges that aren't strictly medical but still have a serious impact on our health and wellbeing. Whether it's feeling isolated, struggling with sleep due to financial worries, or finding it hard to manage a long-term condition, these issues can affect both our physical and mental health and often present as medical symptoms.

District Dispatch - 28 August 2025

In September, we will be promoting the 30 Days, 30 Ways campaign on our social media channels, as part of our drive to encourage everyone to take small, practical steps to promote emergency preparedness and resilience.

District Dispatch - 19 August 2025

I'm pleased to say that the council has now adopted its ambitious new Climate Emergency Action Plan, which sets out a range of actions and projects that we will take forward and deliver over the next five years.

District Dispatch - 12 August 2025

In the UK, we're a nation of dog lovers — and the numbers prove it. As of 2024, around 36% of UK households own at least one dog, which adds up to an incredible 13.5 million pet dogs across the country!

District Dispatch - 5 August 2025

I hope you're enjoying a fantastic summer so far. To help you make the most of the season, I wanted to highlight some of the exciting events that we still have to look forward to across the Chichester District.

District Dispatch - 29 July 2025

With the summer holidays just beginning, many of us will be heading to the beach — whether it's one of the district's local beauty spots or somewhere further afield.

District Dispatch - 22 July 2025

As local residents are aware, Shippam's was a well-known iconic brand that holds a special place in Chichester's history. For generations, it wasn't just a brand — it was part of the fabric of daily life.

District Dispatch - 15 July 2025

We're incredibly fortunate to have a wide variety of parks, gardens, and open spaces across the Chichester District. That's why we're proud to take part in Love Parks Week, running from 25 July to 3 August. This national campaign, led by Keep Britain Tidy, which celebrates the vital role that parks and green spaces play in our lives.

District Dispatch - 8 July 2025

From Spring 2026, we will start rolling out a new weekly food waste recycling collection for households. Implementing a new service like this is a big job, and requires a lot of forward planning, but we are excited to have placed orders for our trucks, caddies and bins.

District Dispatch - 1 July 2025

With the summer holidays drawing near, it's the perfect time to highlight some of the exciting events that will be taking place across the district in the coming weeks.

District Dispatch - 24 June 2025

With the summer holidays just around the corner, many of you across the district may be planning a well-earned break — and if you have a pet at home, you might be thinking about who will care for them while you are away.

District Dispatch - 17 June 2025

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.

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