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Lib Dem Jay Mercer becomes West Sussex’s final council leader before 2028 dissolution

Stepping into the role of leading a county council would be difficult under any circumstances, but knowing you will be the last person to hold that position before the authority is abolished adds anot...

Councillor apologises for breaching code of conduct

A Bexhill councillor has apologised after an investigation concluded he breached a council’s code of conduct.

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Lib Dem Jay Mercer becomes West Sussex’s final council leader before 2028 dissolution

Stepping into the role of leading a county council would be difficult under any circumstances, but knowing you will be the last person to hold that position before the authority is abolished adds anot...

Councillor apologises for breaching code of conduct

A Bexhill councillor has apologised after an investigation concluded he breached a council’s code of conduct.

Parish council tells Travellers to get their caravans off village green tonight

Yapton Parish Council said police had today (Thursday, July 30) served notice on residents of an unauthorised encampment on the King George V Playing Field.

Campaign group reacts after plans for King Alfred approved

A campaign group has shared their reaction after plans to demolish and rebuild the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove were approved.

Seafront public toilets reopen after structural issues fixed

Public toilets on the seafront have reopened to the public after being closed due to structural issues.

Rise in verbal abuse towards council staff ‘probably’ linked to social media

Chichester councillors have questioned whether social media has contributed to an increase in verbal abuse and threats aimed at council staff.

Timeframe for submitting questions at council meetings altered

Brighton and Hove City Council residents will now have more time to pose queries to elected members, with the submission window extended to four working days prior to full council gatherings. Previou...

Updates as council set to decide future of seafront leisure centre plans

Brighton and Hove City Council are holding a special meeting to make a decision on plans for the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove

Plans for £65 million seafront leisure centre approved

A decision has been made on plans to demolish the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove and build a £65 million replacement.

Bid to make landmark building asset of community value rejected by council

An application by former tenants of New England House to have the landmark building designated an asset of community value has been rejected by Brighton and Hove City Council.

Fresh application submitted to sell alcohol at local shop

An application to permit alcohol sales from a convenience outlet in Hastings has been submitted for review. The Hastings Borough Council licensing panel is scheduled to examine the proposal on August...

Uncertainty surrounds Bexhill Town Hall future as redevelopment plans abandoned

Leaders at Rother District Council have affirmed they will not move forward with plans to revamp their main offices at this stage. The cabinet met on Monday to review a study outlining possible appro...

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Chichester Festival Theatre announces winter programme with comedy icons and West End hits

Chichester Festival Theatre has announced its autumn and winter season lineup, featuring productions spanning drama, music, comedy and movement. Opening the seasonal schedule, The Last Laugh will occ...

Track circuit failure cancels Littlehampton to London Victoria trains until 1pm

Rail services connecting Littlehampton with London Victoria have been suspended in both directions following a technical fault. A track circuit failure has been identified as the cause of the disrupt...

Man’s earlobe bitten off in unprovoked attack at Chichester railway station

An investigation has been launched after a man sustained a partial ear amputation during an assault at a railway station car park. The incident occurred in the car park at Chichester railway station ...