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March 2021 News
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National recognition for Youth Cabinet’s knife crime work
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New Woodlands Meed College granted planning permission
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Stay cautious of coronavirus when meeting friends and family
People have been praised for helping bring COVID-19 infection rates down significantly across West Sussex but should remain cautious to avoid spreading the virus as lockdown eases.
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Lagoon area reopens and now more accessible
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New property development initiative created for West Sussex
The County Council will be working with Morgan Sindall Group plc to develop surplus County Council land into new homes and commercial premises.
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Adoption of changes to the Joint Minerals Local Plan following the Soft Sand Review
The Review undertaken by the authorities addressed the soft sand supply in West Sussex to 2033
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New retained recruits complete initial training
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Warning after phone charger fire
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Fast-track graduate programme offers rewarding career in child and family social work
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Residents urged to register now to vote in May
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Financially responsible: Looking after West Sussex
By Councillor Jeremy Hunt, Cabinet Member for Finance, West Sussex County Council
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Pedestrians set to benefit from Gossops Green footway project
"This project will improve pedestrian access for the whole community, including the school"
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A time for reflection - A message from Cllr Paul Marshall, leader of the council
On this day one year ago, our country entered a period of national restrictions to slow the spread of the Coronavirus. The pandemic changed our lives overnight and continues to impact on us all.
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Virtual exhibition to showcase proposals for key gateway into Worthing
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Clean energy future for former waste site
The County Council has rubber stamped the plan to turn a former council waste site in Sompting into a state-of-the-art energy storage facility.
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Pedestrians are set to benefit from Gossops Green footway project
“This project will improve pedestrian access for the whole community, including the school"
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Retractable river bridge to be repainted… but will remain red
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Fire & Rescue Scrutiny Committee to meet this week
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Views wanted on post-16 transport support information
A consultation on the County Council's Post-16 Transport Policy Statement is live until 25 April 2021
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Station Manager retires after 32 years and 61 international rescue missions
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Sleep out challenge for Crew Manager who experienced homelessness
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£3 million boost for council tax reduction schemes
Funding of £3 million has been allocated by West Sussex County Council to extend support for residents struggling to pay council tax.
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Road safety improvement scheme starts soon in Maidenbower, Crawley
"We apologise for the inconvenience but please bear in mind the scheme will result in a long-term safety improvement, reduced traffic congestion and pollution"
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‘Book To Recycle’ trial gets underway at Recycling Centres
People wishing to visit certain Recycling Centres can avoid queues and long waiting times by booking a slot online as part of the ‘Book To Recycle’ trial scheme.
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Spring into action with exciting activities for kids at West Sussex Libraries this Easter
Over the holiday, the library service will be providing kids (and their families) with a new and exciting blend of virtual and face-to-face activities which will be available online each Tuesday and Thursday.
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Download delight! More than 80,000 downloads from the West Sussex eLibrary in February
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Free school meals: 16,000 West Sussex children will receive £30 meal voucher for Easter holiday
In total West Sussex County Council will have distributed £1.2m of vouchers for families over the school holidays
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Work starts soon on major Horsham highway improvement project
“We are liaising with the project team working on Legal and General’s nearby Land North of Horsham project to try to minimise the impact on traffic in the area as much as possible”
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Young carers see responsibilities increase during pandemic
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New look for Worthing Library Hub this summer
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Warning after drying laundry sparks fire
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Horsham Enterprise Park: business economy boost as development partner is appointed
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Social workers speak of overcoming COVID-19 challenges
Social workers in West Sussex have spoken about overcoming the challenges of COVID-19 to continue to help vulnerable people across the county during the past year.
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New pedestrian crossing for busy A272 in Petworth
A new signalised pedestrian crossing being installed on the main A272 in Petworth this month will help residents and visitors cross the road safely.
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Encouraging return of pupils
Teachers, school staff, students and families thanked for responding so well to COVID-19 challenges
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Help shape the future of cycling and walking in Shoreham
We’d like to hear your views on how to improve cycling and walking in Shoreham.
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Changes to Recycling Centres confirmed
The County Council has responded to current and anticipated demand at its Recycling Centres
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Early Help Service: Have your say on support for families in West Sussex
A consultation on proposed changes to our Early Help Service is now open for people to take part
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“Life is so very fragile and right now it’s under threat”
Nearly a year on from the first lockdown, three West Sussex residents are sharing their experiences of COVID-19 and urging with others to take the virus seriously.
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Winner of West Sussex Picture Books to Shout About! Award 2020/21 announced
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Cycling safety improvement works due to start next week in Felpham
Safety improvement work is due to start next week to upgrade the existing traffic signals junction which intersects Felpham Road, Felpham Way and Downview Road, Felpham.
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Two sets of signalised junctions to be refurbished in Muster Green, Haywards Heath
Work starts on Monday 8 March to refurbish the double set of traffic signalised junctions at Muster Green and The Broadway in Haywards Heath.
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Woodlands Meed College expected to be completed early
Contracts to rebuild the special school college have been signed ahead of a planning decision
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Businesses sign up for clean energy advice
West Sussex businesses looking to make the transition to clean energy and reduce their operating costs can get help through a free online seminar.
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Be part of our firefighting team – we want you!
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New on-street parking comes to Chichester to tackle parking pressures
Work starts this month to address the current and future on-street parking demand within Chichester.
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Nine out of ten pupils offered first preference secondary school
This year 97.3 per cent of all applicants will be offered one of their three preferences
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