Local News

September 19th, 2023

Montague Place moves a step closer to transformation

Montague Place will be transformed into an urban garden in the heart of Worthing town centre - and work could begin as early as spring 2024.

The plans for the site include the replacement of tarmac and paving with shady trees, beautiful sustainable planting and sociable seating, creating a green gateway to the seafront and a meeting place where residents can connect with each other and with nature. The new, vibrant look and facilities will support surrounding businesses to thrive.

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September 8th, 2023

Worthing seeks answers after dry spilling claims

Worthing Borough Council’s environment lead has demanded answers from Southern Water following reports the supplier repeatedly spilled sewage into the sea off Sussex.
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September 5th, 2023

Homes England partnership could unlock Teville Gate redevelopment

Worthing Borough Council could team up with national housing and regeneration agency Homes England to transform Teville Gate for the community.

In recent months the Council's officers have been discussing a potential sale with Homes England, and the agency has now confirmed it is willing to seek approval to buy the freehold of the site, subject to due diligence.

The proposal will be discussed by Worthing’s Cabinet on 12 September.

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August 31st, 2023

Worthing Borough Council Leader calls for an end to closure of train ticket offices

The Leader of Worthing Borough Council, Cllr Dr Beccy Cooper, has urged rail operators to reconsider plans to close ticket offices in Worthing.

Under the proposed plans, ticket offices would permanently close across the country and locally at Goring, Durrington, West Worthing and Worthing. Station staff will be available to help passengers on train station concourses only.

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