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Cabinet positions and portfolios confirmed at Annual Council

Councillor Bella Sankey was re-elected unopposed as Leader of Brighton & Hove City Council as Cabinet positions confirmed.

23 May 2025

Photo, by Nathan Williams, of a lifeguard station on Brighton beach

RNLI lifeguards begin lifesaving service across Brighton & Hove beaches for the first time

This weekend sees the start of a new partnership with the RNLI to provide the lifeguard service on our popular beaches, helping keep residents and visitors safe throughout the summer months.

23 May 2025

The photo shows Mayor of Brighton & Hove, Councillor Amanda Grimshaw, wearing mayoral robes and insignia.

Councillor Amanda Grimshaw BEM and Councillor Ty Galvin appointed as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Brighton & Hove

Brighton & Hove councillors are expected to appoint Councillor Amanda Grimshaw BEM as the city’s new mayor and Councillor Ty Galvin as deputy mayor for 2025-2026.

22 May 2025

A picture of a playground with bushes, trees and a gate

New look for the Level play area – have your say

The much-loved play area at the Level is being updated and residents are being asked for their thoughts on how it should look.

22 May 2025

Become a childminder – because every child needs a superhero

We’ve launched a campaign to recruit more 'childcare superheroes' and to spotlight the dedicated, compassionate and inspiring childminders across the city.

21 May 2025

Selection of pictures of tourist attractions in Sussex

New advisory board to support growth of Sussex’s visitor economy

East Sussex, Brighton & Hove and West Sussex Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) has announced the appointment of an Advisory Board to Support Growth of Sussex’s Visitor Economy.

21 May 2025

A group of people walking over the hills towards the sea

Celebrating National Walking Month as the UK’s most walkable city

This National Walking Month, find out how we're creating environments that make walking easier, safer and more accessible, learn about the health benefits and design your own walking group!

20 May 2025

Hove resident Louis and Councillor Tim Rowkins with the heat pump outside the back door of the house.

Get started with heat pumps

Find out what it's like to install and live with a heat pump with Hove resident Louis Stupple-Harris and councillor Tim Rowkins.

20 May 2025

Council leader Bella Sankey with the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup trophy in the 1360

What a weekend! Women’s Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour welcomed in Brighton & Hove style.

We were thrilled to welcome the Women's Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour to the city over the weekend - taking the silverware to exciting new heights with a trip in the i360!

19 May 2025

A woman with purple hair and glasses smiling at the camera against a multicoloured backdrop.

Residents and businesses support Dementia Action Week 2025

Everyone can support Dementia Action Week this year by getting involved in local activities, becoming a Dementia Friend or joining our Business 5-step Pledge.