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District Dispatch - 28 January 2025
I'm pleased to tell you that work to refurbish our play areas in Chichester is progressing really well, and we'll soon be asking for your views on our final plans.

Cancelled Vegan Market this weekend (26 January)
We're sorry to say that the Vegan Market Co has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Chichester Vegan Market that was due to take place this Sunday 26 January, due to the high winds that are forecast as a result of Storm Eowyn.

Unique Miyawaki-style tree planting project completed in Chichester
A new Miyawaki-style tree plot has been planted in Chichester's Florence Park, as part of a trial to test the success of different planting methods across the Chichester District.

Local LGBTQ+ voices take centre stage in new Chichester exhibition
A new community exhibition celebrating the lives and stories of local LGBTQ+ individuals is opening at The Novium Museum in Chichester, developed in collaboration with Chichester Pride.

Council thanks people for helping to shape its work on climate change
Chichester District Council is thanking the many residents, workers, businesses, groups and organisations who provided their feedback on a range of potential climate change projects, as part of a recent public consultation.

District Dispatch - 21 January 2025
Planting trees benefits our district in so many ways, from improving biodiversity and boosting carbon storage, to enhancing the natural beauty of our local landscape for everybody to enjoy.

Consultation begins to gather people's views on new housing strategy for the Chichester District
Chichester District Council is asking for people's views on the aims and actions proposed for its new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, as part of a public consultation that launched this week and will run until Monday 3 March.

First laser light show coming to Petworth plus exciting new shows announced for Chichester
Two colourful laser light shows will be coming to Petworth House next month for the first time thanks to a collaboration between Chichester District Council and The National Trust.

District Dispatch - 14 January 2025
As we all know, our weather is becoming more unsettled throughout the year.

Play area refurbishment in Chichester moves a step forward
The refurbishment of several parks in Chichester has moved a step closer after Chichester District councillors approved the supplier that will deliver the project.

Residents invited to have their say on new housing strategy for the Chichester District
Chichester District Council is asking for people's views on the aims and actions proposed for its new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, as part of a public consultation that will run from Monday 20 January to Monday 3 March 2025.

Chichester Farmers' Market kicks off the new year with 'Feel Good Friday'!
The Chichester Farmers' Market returns to the city centre on Friday 17 January, offering a 'Feel Good' twist for the first market of the new year.