August news and events from across the district
Your monthly news update from Chichester District Council
** August 2024
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** Welcome to the August issue of initiatives+
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This newsletter is issued every month with the latest news and events in our area, details of schemes and projects that will benefit our residents and businesses, as well as relevant national and local updates.
** Let's talk - climate change
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Have you responded to our consultation
** Farmers' Market
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Don’t forget that if you want a taste of summer, head down to the Chichester Farmers’ Market on the first and third Friday of the month in North Street and East Street, Chichester. We have some fantastic new stallholders and some amazing produce. For more details follow our Markets and Events Facebook page
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** Geology Day
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Have you got any fossils, rocks or minerals that you want identified? Do you want to find out more about where you can collect fossils around Chichester? Members of the West Sussex Geological Society will be holding a free, hands-on session at The Novium Museum on Saturday 10 August, 10am until 3pm. No need to book. Find out more
** Recycled dinosaurs
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Children are invited to make their very own fearsome ‘hungry hatchling’ using recycled materials at a special event on Wednesday 14 August, 10am until 2.15pm. at The Novium Museum. Tickets cost £5 per child, booking essential. Book your ticket
** Scam awareness sessions
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Our Community Warden for Selsey, Rich Moorey will be helping residents spot the signs of fraud on Saturday 17 August at a special event at Selsey Town Council. He'll be conducting hour-long presentations throughout the day at 9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm, 2pm, 3.30pm, 5pm, and 6pm. Sessions are free for anyone to attend. Email
our community wardens to find out more.
** Funding success for coast
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Just over £2.9 million has been awarded to Chichester District Council to develop options and outline designs for a sea defence scheme that would reduce the risk of coastal flooding and erosion along the 4km of Selsey seafront. Find out more
** Selsey Tramway exhibition
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A new exhibition telling the story about the former Selsey Tramway is now open at The Novium Museum. The exhibition recounts how a railway line was proposed to link the then remote and isolated village of Selsey with Chichester in the late 1800s. The free exhibition can be found on the first floor of the museum. Find out more
** Antiques and vintage market
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An Antiques, Vintage and Retro market
to find out more.
** Chichester 5pm-5am - have your say
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We are currently asking people for their views about the use of Chichester city centre in the evening. We are asking for the views of people who do use and who don't use the city centre between 5am-5pm. The work is to help improve the evening offer for residents and visitors and to support local businesses. Find out more
** Could you ask #Ask1Person about fostering?
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There are over 900 children across West Sussex who need a safe and loving home. Could you consider becoming a Foster Carer yourself, or start conversations with family and friends? The many types of care include respite (usually one weekend a month) and Supported Lodgings (helping a 16- to 24-year-old prepare for independent living). In return, Foster Carers for WSCC receive ongoing training and support, and a financial package of up to £30,393 a year (per child). Find out more
** Changing Places toilets
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We now have four fully accessible toilets in the district, specifically designed to meet the needs of disabled children and adults with complex care needs. The facilities in Midhurst, Selsey and Bracklesham are the result of a funding bid to the UK Government and are in addition to the facility at Northgate car park in Chichester. The facilities are all equipped with specialist equipment and can be accessed by a RADAR key. You can alsoaccess a map of Changing Places facilities
across the country to help you plan a journey.
** Other local news
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Keep up-to-date on all the latest council news at
Here you can find the latest media releases and you’ll also find the latest District Dispatch column, and previous issues of our newsletter that you may have missed.
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