How to contact the Parish and District Councils over the festive period
The Easebourne Parish Council office will be closed from midday on Tuesday 24th December and will re-open on Thursday 2nd January. Should you need to get in touch urgently during this time please call 07342 166 188 and leave a voicemail, messages will be checked periodically. Alternatively please email parishclerk@easebourne.org for any non-urgent matters which can be dealt with when the office is open again.
Chichester District Council’s offices at East Pallant House will also be closed from midday on Tuesday 24th December and re-open on Thursday 2nd January. Council services can still be accessed via their website and any emergencies can be reported to the out of hours line on 01243 785 339.
Christmas Waste Collections
It’s that time of year again! 🎄🎁📦
Chichester District Council have announced their revised waste collection days as below. Any extra waste from the holiday period will be picked up by collection crews on the first collection after Christmas. If residents have any extra recycling, they need to ensure that it is kept dry in a loosely tied black sack and placed next to their recycling bin on the day of collection.
There will also be changes to clinical waste collections, with affected residents to be contacted directly.
Don’t forget you can get reminders of which bin needs to go out on which day if you download the Chichester District Council app. 
New Website for Friends of Easebourne Parish
Friends of Easebourne Parish have launched their new website this week, with lots of information about how to get involved. Please visit www.friendsofeasebourneparish.co.uk to see how you can help to keep our lovely Parish looking beautiful.
Pest Control Advice for Easebourne Residents
There have been increased reports of pest activity in the Parish in the last few months and as a result the Council has received the following form Chichester District Council to help advise concerned Parishioners.
Owners and property occupiers have a legal responsibility under the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 to keep land free of rats and mice, or if rats or mice are present in substantial numbers, to report infestations to the local authority.
Chichester District Council no longer provides a pest control service, so we recommend contact is made with a private pest control company to deal with any pest infestations. Further information is available on our website – Pest control – Chichester District Council
In order to control rats, further information is available at the following link – Pest Advice for Controlling Brown Rats
To prevent rat infestations, the following measures are recommended:
- Pest treatments are available through High Street outlets, should a household choose to conduct their own baiting. However, the benefit from using an accredited contractor includes the stronger bait they are able to safely use and also the experience they bring.
- Rats require three basic elements to exist; harbourage, water and food. Keeping gardens clear from rubbish and overgrown areas reduces harbourage. The removal of bird feeding and open, unsecure, compost bin cuts down the availability of a food source. If you have your own animals, it is essential that areas are kept clean and all food sources are secure. Food should not be left out unattended.
- Eliminate any harbourage points such as sealing gaps around pipes and under sheds; rats only need a gap of 15mm to gain entry.
- Remove potential nesting sites by keeping yards and gardens clean and tidy, by cutting back overgrown areas and clearing any piles of wood/debris.
- Ensure that drain inspection covers are in a good state of repair.
- Cover any household waste where Brown Rats can get access to it, close dustbin lids and cover compost heaps.
- If you feed garden birds, do not do this to excess and use a bird table or feeder basket if possible.
Could you be a Parish Councillor?
Are you Community minded and wanting to give something back? Like the look of this friendly bunch? Easebourne Parish Council has one vacancy left, get in touch to find out how you could fill it!
Proposed EV Charging Points on Cowdray Road
The Parish Council has been informed that a public consultation is underway for the installation of six electric vehicle charging points on Cowdray Road. Should you wish to express your views on this matter, positive or negative, please follow the link below and complete the form.
Vandalism at Easebourne Park
Vandals have once again targeted Easebourne Park, this time breaking a general waste bin from it’s fixings and causing it to tilt. It is a real shame that there are people within our community who think it is acceptable to damage property and who clearly do not realise that this takes public money and resources to resolve. If you are ever in the Park and spot anyone damaging property or mis-using equipment please do let us know so that we can check our CCTV and try to find the individuals responsible.
Park/School Car Park Closure
Please note that the car park will be closed on Friday morning (25th October) to allow the school to carry out urgent works at that end of the building. This was the most convenient time as the school is closed to students for an inset day. It is hoped that the works should be complete by midday.
Pensioners in the Chichester District Urged to Apply for Pension Credit
Could you or someone that you know be missing out on Pension Credit? Pensioners in the Chichester District Area are being urged to apply for Pension Credit to boost income.
Chichester District Council is concerned that those eligible for the state pension (www.gov.uk/state-pension-age), could be missing out on payments, which could give them cash and provide access to the Winter Fuel Payment.
They are especially keen to raise awareness following a government announcement that only those receiving Pension Credit, or other means tested benefits, will now be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment.
The deadline to apply for Pension Credit and still receive the Winter Fuel Payment is 21 December 2024.