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District Dispatch - 8 March 2023
I'm pleased to say that our first ever electric refuse vehicle will soon be doing the rounds. The 26-tonne vehicle was delivered to our depot at the end of February and will form part of the council's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions
Chichester residents improving their computing skills thanks to district council programme
A group of residents in Chichester are receiving help to improve their digital skills thanks to a special programme being led by Chichester District Council.
Updated St James Industrial Estate reopens after £6 million redevelopment
One of Chichester's industrial estates is once again open for business, after undergoing a £6 million redevelopment.
Planning inspector upholds council's enforcement notices requiring unauthorised buildings to be demolished
A Government inspector has upheld notices issued by Chichester District Council calling for buildings that were constructed without planning permission to be demolished.
Chichester Local Plan consultation reminder
Chichester District Council is reminding people that the current round of public consultation on Chichester's Local Plan will close at 5pm on Friday 17 March.
Culture Spark community art exhibition unveiled this month
A special community art exhibition, 'Our Landscape', will be on display this month with two viewing sessions in Chichester and Petworth as part of this year's Culture Spark programme.
Chichester's popular Cross Market and More returns
Following the success of last year's Cross Market and More, Chichester District Council has announced that the market will return to Chichester city centre this year, with the first event taking place on Sunday 12 March.
District Dispatch - 1 March 2023
Next month, we will be issuing the annual council tax bills to residents across the district. We know that for people on low incomes, paying council tax on top of the cost of living can be a struggle.
First electric refuse vehicle for Chichester District - and the county - will help cut council emissions
The first ever electric refuse vehicle for Chichester District will soon be doing the rounds.
Free home energy event to help residents save money and reduce their carbon footprint
Chichester District Council is running a free event for district homeowners looking to save money by making their homes more energy efficient. The event will take place at Chichester College on 30 March 2023 from 6pm to 8.30pm.
Community Wardens helping protect vulnerable people across Chichester District from scams
Vulnerable people across the Chichester District are receiving better protection from scams thanks to the work of the Community Wardens who have been leading awareness sessions to help people spot the signs of scams.
District Dispatch - 23 February 2023
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with everyone affected by the devastating earthquake that struck southern Turkey, devastating parts of Turkey and Syria.