Community

November 29th, 2023

New homes could be created in plan to preserve Worthing architecture

A pair of decaying, historic buildings in Worthing town centre could be renovated to become much-needed homes for local residents again.

Worthing Borough Council is to consider new proposals to restore the Georgian facade of 5 and 7 High Street while developing the interior into short-term accommodation for those in desperate need of somewhere to live.

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November 28th, 2023

Pioneering partnership to help tackle homelessness in Worthing

New supported accommodation to tackle homelessness in Worthing is on the way thanks to an innovative new partnership.

Worthing Borough Council is working with housing association Worthing Homes, homelessness charity Turning Tides and Homes England to create 21 much-needed apartments to prevent people sleeping rough.

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November 23rd, 2023

Worthing community groups celebrate funding success

Groups from across Worthing have come together to build connections and celebrate their successful bids for funding from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Neighbourhood Fund.

Over £577,000 from Worthing Borough Council’s CIL Neighbourhood Fund was successfully bid for by 45 community groups and voluntary sector organisations in September this year.

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November 2nd, 2023

Countdown is on for Chatsmore Farm public inquiry

The countdown to the Chatsmore Farm public inquiry is on - and the community has just a few days to join the fight to save the land.

Worthing Borough Council is preparing for what it hopes will be the final victory needed to protect Chatsmore Farm from development.

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