Support available to stay warm and save on energy bills this winter Help and advice is available from the Local Energy Advice Partnership for residents worried about rising energy bills. 13 December 2024
More walking and cycling after Old Parish Lane improvements A new, improved path linking Ovingdean and Woodingdean appears to have prompted an increase in walking and cycling. 13 December 2024
Dramatic increase in EV charging points set to begin The number of public EV charging points in Brighton & Hove is set to dramatically increase, thanks to a successful funding bid. 13 December 2024
Work to start on new net zero youth centre in Knoll Park Cheesmur Building Contractors have been appointed to deliver a new net zero carbon youth centre in Knoll Park with work due to start this winter. 12 December 2024
Creating a smoke-free Brighton & Hove The government is introducing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to protect people from the harms of smoking. This will support our ambition of making Brighton & Hove a smoke-free city where residents can live happier, healthier lives. 12 December 2024
Wood burners and open fires – the cosy killer We're launching a campaign to raise awareness of the harm being caused by people using wood burners and open fires. 12 December 2024
New planning guidance will support city music venues We're working with the Music Venues Trust to support our thriving grassroots music scene, producing a new planning guide for venue owners. 12 December 2024
Good work being done to make council an inclusive employer A report has outlined recent progress we've made in our ongoing efforts to be an inclusive employer, with a workforce representative of our local communities. 11 December 2024
Brighton & Hove Albion receives the city's highest honour We're thrilled to have awarded Freedom of the City to Brighton & Hove Albion, to celebrate the club's sporting achievements and outstanding service to the community. 11 December 2024
City's bathing water rated ‘good’ and ‘excellent’ as innovative testing programme continues As bathing water quality is rated 'excellent' at three of our city beaches, a volunteer led seawater testing programme is providing crucial information to help maintain standards and protect swimmers. 10 December 2024