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Chichester District Council has committed further funding to a successful Community Warden scheme, which is currently marking its 20th year supporting residents.

Chichester District Council is inviting residents and organisations to share their views on its refreshed Contaminated Land Strategy, as part of a public consultation running from 27 October to 24 November 2025.

As you may be aware, this month is Stoptober — the annual campaign that encourages people to quit smoking. Giving up smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, but it's not always easy to know where to start.

Chichester District Council is inviting residents, community groups, organisations, farmers and parish councils to apply for free trees and support materials to help deliver new tree planting projects across the Chichester District this winter.

A creative partnership between Chichester District Council, Chichester Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery has helped to take the magic of live theatre to schools and community venues across the Chichester District.

The Northgate car park in Chichester will be temporarily closing for three days to enable the annual Sloe Fair to take place.

I'm delighted to say that five of our six play areas in Chichester have now been completely refurbished — and it's wonderful to see so many of you already enjoying them!

The Cross Market & More artisan market will return to Chichester city centre on Sunday 12 October, taking place between 10am and 4pm in North Street and East Street.

A project to provide 19 high quality affordable homes in North Mundham has been given the green light thanks to a £950,000 grant that has been approved by Chichester District Council.

Chichester District Council has backed the option of two unitary authorities in West Sussex, describing it as the most appropriate model for local government reorganisation.

In my last District Dispatch article, I shared the exciting news that we've adopted our ambitious new Climate Emergency Action Plan. This five-year plan sets out a range of actions and projects that we'll be delivering to help tackle climate change and support our communities in becoming more sustainable.

Chichester District Council is offering free training sessions to help community groups and volunteers set up and run a successful environmental group.