‘Let’s Talk: Housing’ — Have your say on new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy for the Chichester District
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
EV Charging Points to be Installed
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
South Downs Local Plan Review
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
Lovedean to Bolney Overhead Line Refurbishment Works
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 – Dates for Working Parties to March 2025
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 |
Cold Weather Alert
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
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. 