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'Inadequate capacity' - Chichester District Council and environmental group share concerns after government 'overlooks' A27 at Chichester
Members of an environmental group say it is ‘deeply frustrating’ that improvements for the A27 at Chichester ‘continue to be overlooked at a national level’ – whilst the district council has also been left ‘extremely disappointed’.
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Chichester planning applications from April 15 to April 22
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council and South Downs National Park Authority between April 15 and April 22.
Chichester care home hosts surgery for Jess Brown-Fuller MP
On 17 April, Jess Brown-Fuller MP had the opportunity to host a surgery at Lakeview Grange care home in Chichester, providing an exciting opportunity for constituents to voice their concerns to their Member of Parliament.
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South Downs planning applications from April 15 to April 22
The following planning applications have been made to South Downs National Park Authority between April 15 and April 22.
Chichester care home residents hitting the right notes
A care home in Chichester has struck the right chord by launching a dementia choir ahead of Music Therapy Week.
TV personality and dressage rider Gemma Owen to race in Markel Magnolia Cup
TV personality Gemma Owen will be participating in the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup. The prestigious charity event at Goodwood Racecourse will take place on Thursday 30 July during Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar.
Chichester barn can be turned into a gym
Plans to change the use of a barn in Donnington into a gym have been approved by Chichester District Council.
Sussex traffic and travel: 'Severe' delays on A27; temporary traffic lights on A21
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Wednesday, April 22.
New 24/7 bus service to provide direct link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport, via Hailsham, Uckfield and other Sussex towns
Metrobus has announced the introduction of a new 24/7 bus service to provide a ‘direct and enhanced’ bus link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport.
Community invited to help shape new exhibition at The Novium Museum
The Novium Museum in Chichester is inviting local people to help shape a new exhibition about the lives and achievements of women connected to Chichester District.
Junior Mayor for the Day - Kingsham Primary pupils step into civic life
On Wednesday 15 April, the Mayor of Chichester, Councillor Sean McHale, welcomed three pupils from Kingsham Primary School to take part in Junior Mayor for the Day, an annual City Council tradition that offers local children a unique insight into the role and responsibilities of the Mayor.
Chichester Lions to host free PSA tests
Chichester Lions are pleased to announce that they are working with PCaSO Prostate Cancer Support Organisation and Chichester Masonic Centre to provide a prostate PSA testing day on Saturday 6th June. The event will be in the Masonic Centre, 7 South Pallant, Chichester PO19 1SY from 10am, for all me...
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: Residents deserve clean rivers, not sewage spills
Last week, I met with the Environment Agency to discuss its recent inspections of Southern Water’s wastewater assets, which resulted in the company being issued with over 400 improvement actions across all its sites.
Sage House celebrates 8th birthday with week of community events in Tangmere
A dementia support charity in Tangmere is inviting the local community to join in a week of celebrations this May, marking its 8th birthday with a series of fundraising events.
Chichester District Foodbank: Stress Awareness Week
This April, as the Stress Management Society marks Stress Awareness Month and encourages people to #BeTheChange, it’s a timely reminder that many in our community are carrying pressures that aren’t always visible, and that even small acts of support can make a real difference. At Chichester Dist...
Thrilling demonstrations pay tribute to two racing legends at Goodwood Members' Meeting
Thrilling demonstrations paid tribute to the remarkable careers of James Hunt and Barry Sheene, bringing 1970s motorsport to life, at the 83rd Members’ Meeting at Goodwood.
Pagham put five past Guernsey – Infinity gearing up for play-offs
Pagham produced a dominant display at The Covers Arena to defeat Guernsey 5-0, condemning the top-five visitors to one of their heaviest defeats of the season.
Dean reach Cup Final
Dean put in a dominating performance to reach the Bareham Trophy Cup Final
Chichester give Bognor a scare in enthralling derby
Chichester took a four-try bonus point but Bognor – visiting their neighbours for the first time in 17 years – continued their promotion push in front of Oaklands Park’s largest crowd since 2014.
Political opinion: Jess Brown-Fuller MP backs Lib Dem call for 'No Doctors, No Development'
Jess Brown-Fuller MP has launched a petition backing the Liberal Democrats' proposed 'No Doctors, No Development' policy, which would require that sufficient GP capacity be confirmed and funded before new housing developments are permitted to begin construction.