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Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation

The government has launched a public consultation on local government reorganisation (LGR) across Sussex, including Brighton and Hove, and we are encouraging everyone to take part.

The consultation is now live and runs until 11.59pm on 11 January. It seeks views on proposals to change how councils are structured across Sussex and is a significant opportunity for everyone in Arun to influence the future of local services.

The government is reviewing the current two-tier system of county, district, and borough councils with a view to creating new single-tier unitary authorities. These changes aim to deliver more efficient services, support strong local economies, and reflect community identity.

There are different proposals up for consultation and it is important that those completing the questions consider all the options and provide their views on them.

Find out more and share your views here

Ice Rink returns to Bognor Regis for a magical festive season

Bognor Regis is set to sparkle this winter, as the much-loved ‘Ice Skating in the Park 2025’ returns to London Road Coach Park this festive season.

From 2pm, Friday 28 November through to Sunday 4 January 2026, families and friends can experience the magic of skating on a real 30m x 20m ice rink, surrounded by a vibrant Christmas atmosphere.

Take a festive stroll through the festive market, where you’ll find a lively funfair, cosy Christmas huts, a German-style swing grill, a bar, children’s rides, games and much more.

More information can be found here

New 2026 Town Centre Parking Disc – coming soon!

We’re pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Town Centre Parking Disc, offering residents and visitors two hours of free parking once a day in six participating car parks across Littlehampton and Bognor Regis.

The most convenient and cost-effective way to access this benefit is through the MiPermit app, where the virtual disc costs just £4 for the entire year. That’s less than 8p per week for daily parking in town centre locations.

The virtual disc is available to buy via our website and is valid from 1 January to 31 December 2026. If you already use the app and had a virtual parking disc for 2025, you’ll need to purchase a new virtual disc for 2026.

To find out more, follow this link

Don’t forget! To celebrate Small Business Saturday, there’s free parking in Hothamton Car Park in Bognor Regis and in St Martins Car Park in Littlehampton on 6 December!

New wayfinding scheme celebrates Littlehampton’s heritage and creativity

Installation of Littlehampton’s new wayfinding scheme will begin on the week of 15 December, aimed at making it easier for residents and visitors to navigate the town while celebrating its heritage and community.

Funded through Arun’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation, updated totems and fingerposts will have clear directional arrows, walking times, and QR codes linking to live maps – created on durable panels designed for the coastal climate.

Heritage panels developed with Littlehampton Museum will share stories of the town’s past, while vibrant artwork and trails created by students from The Littlehampton Academy, through Artswork’s Young Cultural Changemakers programme, bring a unique community touch.

To find out more, visit our website

Bognor Regis youth art project unveiled at Waterloo Square

A vibrant outdoor exhibition has been launched in the heart of Bognor Regis, transforming the hoardings of Waterloo Square.

The Bognor Regis Youth Art Project is a free and accessible public art display showcasing the work of young and emerging artists from the local area.

Find out more and see photos of the project here

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