We are missing some equipment from the defibrillator cabinet located in the phone box on the A286 near Egmont Road. Have you used it? Have you seen it? Please urgently get in touch with us if the answer to either of those questions is a yes!
The public consultation is now open to have your say on the future of Local Government in West Sussex. Please follow this link for full details and instructions on how to respond
Future of local government in Sussex – West Sussex County Council
Chichester District Council is asking for people’s views on the aims and actions proposed for its new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, as part of a public consultation that will run until Monday 3 March.
The new strategy, which covers the period 2025 to 2030, looks at how the council will work with partners to prevent people from becoming homeless; create and retain affordable housing for young people and families; address the housing needs of older people; and improve housing standards for all of its residents.
To have your say, take part in the quick online survey at: https://letstalk.chichester.gov.uk/housing/participate. For more information, including a range of frequently asked questions and to view the draft strategy, visit: https://letstalk.chichester.gov.uk/housing. Anyone that needs a paper copy of the survey can contact letstalk@chichester.gov.uk
The Council has received notification that the proposed installation of EV charging points on Cowdray Road has been approved and works will begin at the end of the month.
Should you have any queries please direct them to evchargingpoints@westsussex.gov.uk
Public consultation on the Local Plan Review for the South Downs launches on Monday 20th January. This is a fantastic opportunity for residents across the Park to have their views heard so the Parish Council would like to encourage Parishioners to take a look at the documents and make relevant comments directly to the South Downs National Park Authority via the consultation hub linked here – The South Downs Local Plan Review – South Downs National Park Authority
An online exhibition and webinar are soon to be released and there are several drop in consultation events being held across the Park with the most local to Easebourne being –
Midhurst
Wednesday, 22 January – 6.30-8.30pm at the
South Downs Centre Memorial Hall, North Street, GU29 9DH
Petworth
Wednesday, 12 February – 3.30-7.30pm at
Leconfield Hall, Market Square, Petworth, GU28 0AH
The Council has been advised by the National Grid that they are completing refurbishment works in the area. As a result there may be temporary closures of footpaths, road or bridleways where they intersect with the pylon route – we will be informed of these in advance. There should be no disruption to the supply of electricity during these works. For more information please visit www.nationalgrid.com/lovedeantobolney
Midhurst Green Volunteers have finalised dates for working parties around the Parish for the first quarter of 2025.
More volunteers are always needed and welcome, please email parishclerk@easebourne.org if you are available on any of the proposed dates and we can put you in touch with them.
| Date | Location | Meeting Point |
|---|---|---|
| 14th January | North Bridge Plus Dodley Lane to Medical Centre | South side of bridge |
| 18th January | Dodsley Lane | Corner of Dodsley Lane & Wheelbarrow Castle |
| 8th February | Easebourne Lane | Corner of Easebourne Lane & Wheelbarrow Castle |
| 22nd February | High Path | High Path by football pitch |
| 1st March | A286 from Hollist Lane North | Corner of Hollist Lane & Dodsley Lane |
| 8th March | Wheelbarrow Castle | Corner of Wheelbarrow Castle & Cowdray Road |
Residents should be aware that a cold weather alert is currently active across the UK. For information and tips on staying safe please visit WSCC’s campaign page on their website via this link – Keeping safe this winter – West Sussex County Council
