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Arun District Council elects new Chair of the Council

Arun District Council is pleased to announce the election of Councillor Freddie Tandy as the new Chair of the Council for the 2025/26 Civic Year. Cllr Tandy, who represents the Courtwick with Toddington ward, succeeds Cllr Dr James Walsh, who has served with distinction over the past year.

Cllr Tandy was elected to Arun District Council in May 2023 and has quickly become a respected voice in the chamber. He has served as Vice-Chair of the Council, Vice-Chair of the Corporate Support Committee, and is a member of the Planning Policy Committee. He also represents the council on the North Littlehampton Advisory Group and South-East Employers.

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Two Arun beaches recognised with prestigious Seaside Awards

Arun District Council is proud to announce that Littlehampton’s Coastguards Beach and Bognor Regis’ East Beach have retained their Seaside Awards for 2025.

Awarded by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, the accolade recognises the excellent standards of cleanliness, safety and environmental management at the two Arun beaches.

Unlike the Blue Flag Award, the Seaside Award is NOT given for the water quality which is the responsibility of Southern Water.

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Government backs council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund projects for 2025/26

Arun District Council is delighted to announce that the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has approved its 2025-2026 UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) programme, unlocking around £354k of investment.

The funding will be spent on local projects that will help build pride in place, boost productivity, and create opportunities across the district.

The approved projects range from enhancements to public spaces and play areas to business support and town centre upgrades.
Find out more about the projects here

Only rain down the drain!

Only rain down the drain is the message that Arun District Council and Southern Water are reminding residents and visitors of this summer.

Working together with Southern Water, the Environment Agency and West Sussex County Council, the council are supporting the Yellow Fish Campaign in Arun.

The campaign highlights what can happen when people pour fat, oils or other waste down their yard drains or road gullies.

Find out more about Southern Water’s demonstration using dye here

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