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Norton Road car park expected to close within a year as Hove replacement considered
Hove’s Norton Road car park is expected to close within 12 months. A December Cabinet report will consider its future, with a replacement car park being explored.
Crime & Courts
Sussex Police to seize illegal e-bikes and e-scooters under new ‘no returns’ policy
Sussex Police’s new ‘no returns’ policy starts on 1 November. What it covers, how legal e-bikes differ and the rules for Brighton’s rental scooters.
Environment
Worthing opens year-round seawater testing facility at Splashpoint
A new community testing facility at Splashpoint will help Worthing swimmers build a year-round picture of seawater quality. Here is how it fits alongside official monitoring.
Art & Exhibitions
Colonnade House seeks new operator with £35,000 annual rent for full package
Proposals are invited to run Worthing’s Colonnade House from April 2027. The gallery must be included, with a 30 November deadline and £35,000 minimum annual rent for the full package.
Brighton & Hove
Brighton school admissions ruling backs sibling priority but orders changes for 2027
Sibling priority has been upheld, but Brighton and Hove must change its secondary admissions arrangements. What the ruling means before the 31 October application deadline.
Brighton & Hove
Withdean swimming pool costs rise as council awaits December budget decision
Withdean’s planned 25m swimming pool needs a bigger budget. Council records explain the original £6.88m plan, delayed start and December decision.
Brighton & Hove
Stanmer Park study will explore hidden history with drones and geophysical surveys
A new study will investigate Stanmer Park’s historic landscape, from early settlement to wartime use, with findings intended for a public interactive map.
Brighton
Royal Sussex helipad planning changes sought after more than 50 patients airlifted
University Hospitals Sussex plans to seek changes to the Royal Sussex County Hospital helipad’s planning conditions, with noise and air-quality assessments under way.
Public Transport and Traffic
West Sussex reports 15,000 pothole repairs as winter drainage work steps up
The county council reports more than 15,000 pothole repairs in six months and plans drainage clearance at 63 flood-prone locations ahead of winter.
Public Transport and Traffic
Durrington bus lane plans would restrict parking along The Boulevard
Residents can comment on proposed bus lanes, crossings and junction changes in Durrington until 30 November, with two local drop-in sessions.
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Latest news in Sussex
Norton Road car park expected to close within a year as Hove replacement considered
Hove’s Norton Road car park is expected to close within 12 months. A December Cabinet report will consider its future, with a replacement car park being explored.
Chris McCausland brings new stand-up show Waffle to Brighton and Hastings
Chris McCausland brings Waffle to Brighton Dome and White Rock Theatre in 2028. Find the Sussex dates, ticket prices and Brighton on-sale times.
Komedia New Comedy Award returns to Brighton with four shows in 2027
Brighton’s Komedia will host three semi-final heats in January and a February grand final for its 2027 New Comedy Award.
Chichester Christmas lights switch-on 2026: timings, lantern trail and after-party
Chichester switches on its Christmas lights at 5pm on 21 November, with a family lantern trail and live music across the city centre.
Harry Waters brings Pink Floyd tribute show Legacy to the Brighton Centre
Harry Waters leads a ten-piece band through Pink Floyd’s 1970s catalogue at the Brighton Centre on 25 June 2027.
Sussex Police to seize illegal e-bikes and e-scooters under new ‘no returns’ policy
Sussex Police’s new ‘no returns’ policy starts on 1 November. What it covers, how legal e-bikes differ and the rules for Brighton’s rental scooters.
The Fast Show reunites original cast for Hastings, Eastbourne and Worthing dates in 2027
Six original Fast Show cast members reunite for Sussex performances in Hastings, Eastbourne and Worthing in February 2027. Compare dates, prices and booking links.
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