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£5.58 council tax rise per year for the average taxpayer is agreed to protect vital services in Chichester District
Chichester District councillors have agreed to increase the average council tax bill by £5.58 a year for a Band D property, in order to protect vital services across the district.

Businesses urged to get ready for new rules on recycling
Chichester District Council is reminding businesses to make sure that they are prepared for the introduction of new government rules that affect how they dispose of their waste, which come into force on 31 March 2025.

Chichester city centre car park is changing to pay and display
Drivers using the Avenue de Chartres car park in Chichester city centre will benefit from multiple ways to pay, when the car park changes to a pay and display system from 1 April 2025.

Key projects for 2025 outlined by Chichester District council
Enhancing the Westhampnett depot to support growth in services; carrying out further archaeological investigations in Priory Park; and, contributing to pavement improvements in Chichester City Centre are some of the key projects that have been prioritised for the coming year by Chichester District Council.

District Dispatch - 25 February 2025
If you're struggling with issues such as being in rent arrears, or not being able to pay your household bills, then our Supporting You Team is here to help.

Thousands enjoy laser light shows in Chichester
Thousands of people enjoyed colourful, fun and free entertainment when spectacular laser light shows returned to Chichester Canal Basin on Friday and Saturday night.

New Shop Front Grant funding agreed to support small and independent retailers
Small and independent shops in retail centres and parades in the Chichester District are able to improve their shop frontages thanks to a new fund launched by Chichester District Council.

First laser show in Petworth a great success
The first laser show event to be held at Petworth House on Saturday was a fantastic success, with thousands of people enjoying the evening's entertainment.

District Dispatch - 18 February 2025
I'm pleased to tell you that a number of local residents will soon be moving into eight new community-led affordable homes in Easebourne.

Community-led affordable housing is launched in Easebourne for local people
Eight new community-led affordable homes to let in Easebourne, where the average property price is £550,000, are being handed over to local people this month.

Reminder for people to have their say on new housing strategy for the Chichester District
People are being reminded to share their views in Chichester District Council's 'Let's Talk Housing' consultation before it ends at 5pm on Monday 3 March.

District council releases £70,000 for a pump track in Petworth
A total of £70,000 is to be released by Chichester District Council for a pump track in Petworth.