News: Chichester District Council

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.
Hot weather alert

The Met Office has warned that the country is likely to experience hot weather over the coming 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.
Westhampnett Household Waste Recycling Site update

Please see below for the latest update from West Sussex County Council.
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.
Update on the Westhampnett Household Waste and Recycling Site

West Sussex County Council has confirmed that the Westhampnett Household Waste and Recycling site will be open on Thursday 18 April for green waste only.
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

Following the 2016 referendum, the United Kingdom is due to leave the European Union. On this page you will find links to useful information to help you to understand what Brexit might mean for you.
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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