7Th September 2020 (Week Commencing 31St August 2020)

Memo (Agenda October 2020)

To: Parish Councillors cc: Nigel Jupp (County Councillor) & Toni Bradnum (District Councillor) From: Sarah Hall Date: 7th September 2020 (week commencing 31st August 2020)

Re: COUNCILLORS’ BRIEFING NOTE

I have outlined below a number of recent developments for your information. (1) Planning Applications Issued Number Applicant & Reason Consultation NPC Closes Meeting DC/20/1619 Prior notification for change of use of Not available Planning 28.08.2020 agricultural barn to a single dwelling house. Committee Woodlands Farm, Broadwater Lane, Copsale 16.09.2020 DC/20/1645 Demolition of existing farm buildings and 23.09.2020 Planning 28.08.2020 erection of 5 dwellings with associated (Neighbour Committee landscaping, parking and access. consultation) 16.09.2020 Holly Farm, Winterpit Lane, Mannings Heath

(2) Delegated Decisions (Email Consultations) Number Applicant & Reason Comments Councillors by

(3) HDC Decisions Number Applicant & Reason Comment to HDC HDC Decision DC/20/0994 Demolition of existing single storey rear No objection in Permitted extension and garage. Erection of new single principal storey rear extension and new detached garage. Meadcot, Nuthurst Street, Nuthurst DC/20/1125 Removal and replacement of structural No objection Permitted materials to the upper story of the east gable with additional repair works (Listed Building Consent) Sheep Wash Farm, Copsale Road, Copsale DC/20/1152 Surgery to 1 x Oak No objection Permitted 9 Heath Close, Mannings Heath

(4) Appeals Number Applicant & Reason PI Representation/ Decision

(5) Enforcement Numbers Number Nature of Complaint HDC Action

(6) Committee Number Applicant & Reason Comment HDC to HDC Recommendation

Community Speed Watch Data

Town/Parish Council Report for Nuthurst Parish Speedwatch Group

Website Analytical Data Not available week commencing 24th August 2020

Clerks Update • Reported 2 x fly tipping in Sedgwick Lane to HDC • Reported overgrown foliage blocking the footpath along the A281, next to the bus stop, opposite Elite Garage to WSCC Highways • Reported overgrown foliage at the bus stop on the A281, opposite Pound Lane to WSCC Highways

Correspondence

Email dated 1st September 2020 from CAGNE September Forum Newsletter

September Forum Newsletter Next meeting - I am are still waiting confirmation of a speaker so unable to provide a date as yet. It may be that the next meeting is pushed to October - I will notify you in due course.

The Forum website has now been completely updated - www.cagnepcforum.org.uk

CAA: Reviewing airspace classification – it seeks not to include community input – see CAGNE response here. https://mcusercontent.com/0b329a9ce3db16eca4cd930c8/files/132a481a-3479-4e94-a1c1- a1d275202d00/CAA_1934_CAGNE_response_24.8.20.pdf The CAA is seeking views on the new procedure it proposes to adopt for amending the classification of airspace, reflecting the CAA’s airspace functions, government policy and best practice decision-making. Closing date for responses is 17 September 2020. Summary document CAP 1934 https://consultations.caa.co.uk/policy-development/draft-procedure-to-review-airspace- classification/?mc_cid=c2da5f3bf1&mc_eid=f9727b8f0d

New Survey is launched - ‘Have attitudes towards aviation and the environment changed post- lockdown?’ Please take part, share on social media and email friends – it takes less than 2 minutes to participate: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3MG9DLX

Gatwick Airport Noise Exposure Contours 2019 – Gatwick continues to blight those that they say they do not impact with noise with the NMB guidance to estate agents. https://www.gatwickairport.com/globalassets/publicationfiles/business_and_community/all_pu blic_publications/aircraft_noise/lgw_2019_annual_contours_report_final.pdf

The new chairman of the Gatwick noise body, NaTMAG. With his help and that of Lingfield councillors, CAGNE have raised a number of issues with Gatwick Airport management: - Departures and arrivals over Slinfold have now been addressed. Arrival airspace has been found to be low over this parish at 2,500ft. The changes can be attributed to the Arrival Review that did not consider all community voices. Through the Gatwick Noise Management Board, which did not meet its terms of reference of a geographical spread of community representation, NATS (air traffic) were instructed to focus on bringing arrivals in close to the runway. This was not fair or equitable distribution across the full arrival swathe as was the agreed terms. - Working with you, Gatwick has agreed to investigate the deployment of wheels down early – NaTMAG requested that Gatwick set a standard by which airlines are required to adhere to, as 2017 research found that noise can be reduced by 3 decibels. The CAGNE requests to address this throughout the NMB were ignored, due to the geographical imbalance. - CAGNE requested that Gatwick investigate arrivals joining the final approach (ILS) closer than allowed (less than 8nm) during the day. Research has found that 2% of aircraft, before lockdown, have been found to join the ILS at less than 8nm which is a large number of planes 3

and unacceptable. Gatwick has now put in place a gate so that the airlines that are operating this practice can be identified. Aircraft are not permitted to join the ILS at less than 10nm at night. - At NaTMAG, Gatwick looked to remove the noise complaint phone line, due to under- use. CAGNE fought hard to have this re-instated as it discriminated against the blind, elderly and those without internet access. Please let neighbours know of this telephone number: 01293 311568. - Route 4 – Gatwick continues to implement changes to this route without any environmental noise study on the impact it will have on areas outside of the NPR (Noise Preferential Route) as identified in the CAA CAP1498 report.

Noise Management Board – CAGNE consulted residents before speaking with the chairs of the new noise forum, NCF and NEX. Sadly, they continue NOT to meet their terms of reference, repeating the problems of the NMB. All the Gatwick consultative committees and noise forums are dominated by a geographical area concerned with one type of airspace, leaving communities vulnerable to not having a fair or balanced voice in the debate over aircraft noise. Sadly, the same is now the case with the Gatwick consultative committees - NaTMAG and GATCOM.

CAGNE presented a list of noise issues such as ‘Totality’ of noise with communities suffering arrivals and departures; wheels down early; drop in noise abatement procedures causing low arrivals; unnecessary flying of planes very low over communities; FASIS; noise contours see below and night noise with the chairs of NCF and NEX.

Good news: CAGNE are to have sight of ANEG papers to ensure transparency for all communities.

Government noise body - ICCAN have a report out on noise metrics and tool-kits for airports – www.iccan.gov.uk ______

Email dated 2nd September 2020, from WSCC Your Town and Parish Council News - September 2020

Information fr om West Sussex C ounty Council

Issue 18 | September 2020

Help Keep West Sussex Safe

We are continuing our ‘Keep West Sussex Safe’ campaign as case numbers continue to rise across the county. The campaign aims to encourage residents, businesses and communities to follow government guidelines to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus in West Sussex and therefore reduce the need for local lockdown restrictions. As part of the West Sussex Local Outbreak plan, on our website you'll also find a weekly testing update report for West Sussex, which is broken down into district and borough areas.

A Keep West Sussex Safe communications pack is also available that contains advice, key messages, social media posts, a digital poster and information about materials in other languages. You can access the toolkit on our dedicated COVID-19 website section.

Please use the resources yourselves and share it with your councillors, local community groups and organisations. If you need any further information about the toolkit or the campaign materials please email [email protected]

Thank you for your support as we try to do all we can to prevent the spread of the virus in West Sussex.

Back to school with confidence

Please help us share a new webpage which has been created to help West Sussex children, their families and carers feel ready and confident to get back to school.

The Back to School resource has videos, guidance and key information on the changes put in place to keep all pupils and staff safe.

There is information on going back to school in a bubble, transport and mealtimes as well as support with exam results, emotional wellbeing and for children with additional needs. The page includes a video from pupils who went back to school last term reassuring those who might be feeling nervous about some of the changes they will experience.

Cycleways - update

Chichester’s pop-up cycleway is now open. Would-be cyclists are being encouraged to leave the car at home and to try the cycleway for themselves. Tell us what you think in our survey. There are seven government-funded temporary cycleways planned for West Sussex. They are an emergency response to increase travel options as part of the Government-led recovery plan from COVID-19 and will create safe space for active travel and encourage people to cycle rather than use the car.

Rural broadband boost with Gigabit Voucher Scheme

Thank you to all town and parish councils who have contacted us so far about the West Sussex Gigabit Voucher Scheme – there has been lots of interest.The scheme provides extra money for gigabit-capable broadband for residents and businesses in rural areas. Please help raise awareness of the scheme and connect together interested individuals in your area. If you are aware of residents/businesses who would like to improve their broadband, we would still like to hear from you.

Project funding available to community groups

The County Council’s Community Initiative Funding (CIF) window is now open to organisations seeking financial support to deliver local projects from October and November. We need your help to reassure groups that CIF funding will continue to be awarded remotely, should the autumn round of County Local Committees not be held in person. The process for submitting applications to the Micro Fund and crowdfunding pitches, via West Sussex Crowd, still applies. The deadline to upload a project idea to the Crowd and submit a crowdfunding pitch is Thursday 1 October. To

request paper copies of the poster promoting this funding round, please email [email protected]

Record Office and your local library reopen

All 36 West Sussex Libraries are now open, having closed earlier this year because of the Covid-19 outbreak. New safety measures are in place and libraries have opened with reduced opening hours for the time being. Your local library opening hours are on the library door and in this link. The ‘Select and Collect’ service is still available and libraries are offering a limited IT service – these one-hour sessions will need to be booked in advance by phoning or visiting your local library.

The West Sussex Record Office, Chichester, has also reopened its doors to the public after months of being closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Record Office Searchroom is now open two days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday) for pre-booked appointments in the morning (9.30 am to 12 noon) or afternoon (2pm to 4.30pm). All visitors must pre-book a slot via email and pre-order documents to allow for a 72 hour quarantine.

How can we help you?

Are there any county issues that you need more information about, any toolkits or communications assets that would help you? If you need more info or have any questions about the articles in this edition, please email us at:

[email protected]

Special Recognition Volunteer Award: nominations now open

The High Sheriff of West Sussex has launched a unique award to celebrate residents who have shown exceptional acts of kindness during the coronavirus pandemic. The Special Recognition Volunteer Award is aimed at any resident in West Sussex who has acted in a voluntary capacity throughout lockdown and beyond.

Nominations can come from those who have either received support or have observed a volunteer doing great things for others. To be eligible for the award, the following criteria needs to be met:

• the candidate must demonstrate outstanding voluntary activity in the community to support individuals or groups; • the candidate has shown selfless acts of thoughtfulness and kindness; • the candidate’s voluntary acts have benefited the community, particularly during the pandemic;

• the nominator must demonstrate why the care given has been so remarkable and special.

All individuals who are nominated will be acknowledged and those that are successful will receive a special certificate. If restrictions are lifted, they will also be invited as special guests to join the High Sheriff at a prestigious celebration event in 2021. The closing date for the award is Wednesday 30 September. Nominations are open now and the nomination forms can be requested by email to: [email protected]

Our latest communication campaigns

Take a look at four of our latest communication campaigns:

• Keep West Sussex Safe • Change a life with foster care • Jobs in care • Back to School

Feel free to share these links, and the information contained within, to help keep your residents updated and informed.

Have your say on local issues that affect you

Have your say on matters that affect you and your local communities - and get your residents to do the same - by visiting our Have Your Say Consultation Hub. From major road schemes and Joint Area Action Plans, to premises licence applications and safeguarding in our schools; we want to hear your residents' views to help shape future policy and decisions.

Go to the Have Your Say Consultation Hub for details of all of our current consultations.

Your Voice: The People's Panel

Alternatively, encourage your residents to join Your Voice: The People's Panel where they'll be regularly consulted about a number of important local issues. Once registered they'll receive links to surveys,

reports and outcomes and occasionally links to other public surveys.

Find out more information and subscribe here.

for all the latest news and updates to help keep our communities informed and safe during this time, visit us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Email dated 2nd September 2020, from Sussex Police

Auto Fraud Advice from Get Safe Online

These days – pandemic or no pandemic – the vast majority of second-hand cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles and other vehicles are bought and sold online.

It’s fast and convenient, and there’s so much choice at your fingertips. But online marketplaces are also very popular with fraudsters. Unfortunate buyers get tricked into paying deposits or transportation fees for cars, vans, bikes and other vehicles that simply don’t exist. Or buy a vehicle without checking its history, only to find it’s been written off by a previous owner.

Some sellers hand over their keys and documents to a fraudulent buyer on trust, without checking that there are cleared funds in their account. These are just examples of many types of situations you need to be wary of. How can you tell what ads, vehicles, buyers and sellers are genuine?

Buying Safely

Paying a deposit? If a deposit is requested or agreed, don’t pay more than you are willing to lose, and confirm with the seller that they will refund the deposit if you don’t purchase the vehicle. Be wary of 10

requests for up-front transportation fees, it could be a scam.

View the vehicle before paying the full amount Research the seller as well as their vehicle. Most fraudulent sellers will try to persuade you to transfer money before you’ve even had sight of the vehicle. Often, they will insist on communicating only via email rather than on the phone.

Check that the price of the vehicle is in line with the market value If the price, condition, specification or mileage of the vehicle seems too good to be true, that could indeed be the case. Research other similar vehicles or perform a free valuation on Auto Trader. If the vehicle is below market value, think twice. Ask the seller questions about its valuation, there may be genuine underlying reasons if the vehicle is under-priced.

Take the vehicle for a test drive Be sure to thoroughly inspect any vehicle you are looking to purchase, and take it for a test drive. This should always be done from the seller’s premises or their home; never let the person meet you by the roadside or any other random location. Observe government guidelines for staying safe during the pandemic.

Carry out a vehicle history check and inspection This will tell you if the vehicle is recorded as stolen, written off, scrapped, or is subject to outstanding finance. It’s not worth the risk buying a vehicle that could be unroadworthy or worth a fraction of what you’re paying for it. Check the service history and ask to see historic MOT certificates to check that the milometer hasn’t been adjusted.

Also, consider an inspection by the AA, RAC or other reputable organisation offering the service.

Making payment Never send money for a vehicle you haven’t seen. Don’t carry large amounts of cash. Consider paying by bank transfer or credit card (if the seller offers the facility).

Selling Safely

Be prepared Have all the relevant paperwork together, such as the V5C, service history and MOT certificate, for a potential buyer to review. Buyers may wish to check details such as the address on the V5C and the mileage in the most recent MOT certificate. Never let the buyer photograph your documents, in case the request is fraudulent.

Beware of scammers Always meet the buyer. Request the potential buyer’s contact details, such as their phone number and full home address, and proof of identity – a driving licence is ideal. This should give you further reassurances, and a legitimate buyer should be happy to provide this information.

Test drive advice Make sure you ask the buyer to bring their driving licence and proof of insurance if they want to test drive the vehicle. Check their level of insurance to test drive, this should prevent you being liable for damages.

Never allow a buyer to test drive the vehicle alone Never leave a potential buyer alone with the vehicle, nor give them the keys. Observe 11

government guidelines for staying safe during the pandemic. If you have a keyless ignition fob, keep hold of it at all times, even on a test drive. Be aware that this type of vehicle is becoming increasing stolen by thieves who only need to be near the fob and not actually in possession, you can buy a special pouch to protect this occurring. Never jeopardise your personal safety and if you feel uncomfortable at any time, walk away.

Stay on home ground Always arrange to meet a buyer at your home; never meet at the roadside or at their premises.

Taking payment Never release the vehicle until you have confirmation that the payment to you is cleared funds. If you accept a cheque or bankers draft for payment, be aware it can take days for funds to clear.

For comprehensive advice on safe buying and selling vehicles, visit www.getsafeonline.org/safevehicle.

If you’re interested in joining Neighbourhood Watch, or want to find out more, visit www.sussexnwfed.org.uk or send an email to [email protected].

Email dated 3rd September 2020, from WSCC WSCC news release - Road and footway improvements worth more than £19million planned in next six months

Road and footway improvements worth more than £19million planned in next six months

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More than £19million worth of improvement works are set to take place on West Sussex’s roads and footways, starting this month and running until March 2021.

The improvements will comprise:

Road resurfacing: £8.89million Road patching: £6.12million Signs and road line marking improvements: £2.00million Microasphalt treatment*: £0.52million Footway improvements: £1.50million

The figures include extra investment from central government of approximately £9million.

Roger Elkins, Cabinet Member for Highways and Infrastructure, said: “This is excellent news: we know how important the highways network is to people and this level of investment clearly acknowledges this.”

The 2020/21 Highway and Transport Delivery Programme can be seen online click here and detailed information and a map of all roadworks is also available on our website click here

Notes to editors: *Microasphalt is a preventative measure used to seal and prolong the life of roads and footways which have more minor damage. It involves treating existing surfaces which are structurally sound but starting to deteriorate.

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Email dated 3rd September 2020, from HDC Latest news: Exciting new play area for Horsham Park | Join the Great British September Clean | The Virtual Big Nibble starts tomorrow | Online Food Hygiene Courses

Latest news and information

Exciting new play area for Horsham Park Plans are underway to renew part of Horsham Park Play Area. The play equipment is set to get an exciting upgrade in October this year. The play area improvement has been funded through contributions from local planning developments and is aimed at providing space for more children to play in an imaginative and challenging way.

Join the Great British September Clean The Great British September Clean campaign is calling on #LitterHeroes across the country to help improve the environment on their doorstep. Get involved and join more than 680,000 volunteers across the country who have already promised to collect and safely dispose of single-use plastic from our streets, parks and beaches, recycling as much as possible.

Get involved

The Virtual Big Nibble starts tomorrow The Virtual Big Nibble Food Festival starts tomorrow Friday 4 September, promoting local food and drink businesses across the District. Exciting online content will feature chef demonstrations, online trails, business videos and recipes, and a unique competition for the public to submit their foodie photos of the dishes they have created with the chance to win vouchers to spend on a meal experience at one of the featured restaurants and featured suppliers/producers.

Event details

Four foodie themed weeks have been created for the month of the festival: Week 1 – Fri 4 – Thur 10 Sep: Horsham Markets and their producers/suppliers Week 2 – Fri 11 – Thur 17 Sep: Future Food & Sustainability Week 3 – Fri 18 – Thur 24 Sep - Local Produce Week 4 – Fri 25 – Wed 30 Sep - International Food Festival

Help us respond to the 'Planning for the future' consultation Nearly 850 residents have answered our poll to help us respond to the Government's 'Planning for the future' consultation. The proposed changes to the planning system would oblige Horsham District Council to almost double the number of homes from the current Government minimum target of 920 homes to 1,715 homes a year. The poll closes at 5pm Friday 4 September.

Share your views

One-day online Food Hygiene Join up now for our free Courses for just £84 health and wellbeing advice Do you own, or work for, a business that It’s never been more important to look after deals with food? Did you know that all food your health, both physically and mentally. handlers must be supervised, instructed and/or trained in food hygiene? That’s why our health and wellbeing advisors are on hand to help you meet your Our Food Hygiene Course offers all the health and fitness goals by making their content you need in a supportive help and advice available to you virtually. environment for an accessible price. Courses are currently being run Anyone can access our free Health and online using the video conferencing app Wellbeing services, as long as you live or Zoom. work in the Horsham District and are aged 18 or over. Sign up for our training for the CIEH Foundation Certificate in Food Safety as a To find out more or book an appointment one-day course for just £84. you can call 01403 215111, email the team or fill out a contact form online.

Book your space

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Email dated 4th September 2020, from HDC Health & Wellbeing Local Information & Services

Health and Wellbeing Local information and services

Courses are back! Welcome to your September Health and Wellbeing update. We are excited to be able to offer places on a number of courses starting in September. Whether you're looking to lose weight, get active, or both, we have lots on offer to help you improve your health and wellbeing.

First steps to fitness Getting and staying active is important for your health, not just physically but mentally too. When we talk about exercise or being active most of us know what we should be doing to improve or maintain our health but taking those first steps can be daunting, especially if you've not ever done it before or it's been a while. It can also be difficult to know what to do without some guidance and support. That's why we offer a selection of courses just for people who are looking to start their journey to becoming active. Check out our five available courses below and fill in our online enquiry form to book.

Learn to Run Walk-Fit Have you ever wanted to start running but If you think running might be too much for not known where to start? Go from walking you, or you have injuries or joint problems to jogging over 10 weekly sessions, build that preclude running, our Walk-Fit course your confidence and go at your own pace could be the answer. This ten week and in a friendly and supportive group. programme aims to build up your aerobic fitness, stamina and strength? Next available courses: Next available course: Thursday 17 September | 6pm | Horsham Tuesday 22 September | 6pm | Steyning Monday 21 September | 6pm | Steyning

Exercise to Music Outdoor Fitness Exercise to Music is a ten session course involving fun choreographed energising We have teamed up with local company traditional aerobic exercise to music. Learn Outdoor Military Fitness (OMF) to offer a five easy- to- follow routines, get fitter, tone, session course just for our Wellbeing clients. release stress and have fun. The course offers participants a great Sessions will be led by a qualified instructor introduction to exercise in a small and who will tailor the class to suit individuals. friendly group. This is perfect if you are looking to get active and enjoy the outdoors. Next available courses: Over the course of five sessions you will get Tuesday 22 September | 6.30pm | Roffey a taste of a range of exercises aimed at Wednesday 23 September | 6pm | Online

beginners, and our friendly instructor will Thursday 24 September | 9.45am |Roffey tailor exercises to you. Friday 25 September | 9.30am | Online

Next available course: Monday 14 September | 6.30pm | Horsham

Swim4Health Swim4Health is a referral scheme that enables individuals to go swimming and attend Aqua classes at times suited to them. It's a great option if you're looking for a low impact activity to help you get active. Swim4Health is available at: • Pavilions in the Park Leisure Centre • Billingshurst Leisure Centre • Steyning Leisure Centre

Get Active enquiry form

Well done Simon!

Get back on track with our Weight Off Workshops We offer a number of different options to help you reach your weight loss goals. What we don't offer is a diet programme. Most of us have probably tried a diet (or two!) in the past but what nearly all of them have in common is that they are difficult to sustain long-term. If you are interested in losing weight, and keeping it off, you need a more sustainable plan... Our Weight Off Workshops (WOW) offer behaviour change tools and support in order to achieve sustainable long term results. We aim to help you develop a healthy relationship with food exploring emotional eating and unhealthy triggers and potential barriers to change.

Attending a WOW course will ensure you have the knowledge to make healthy choices and will dispel common myths around healthy eating and give you the facts about how to lose weight effectively, safely and enjoyably.

Next available courses:

Course Type Start date & time Location WOW group course Monday 21 Sept 11am Thakeham Village Hall WOW group course Wednesday 30 Sept 6pm Horsham Virtual WOW course (online) TBC N/A Telephone WOW 1-2-1 slots available at a day and time to suit you

Enquire now

Horsham District Health Rides FREE social rides for adults who enjoy, or want to start enjoying, cycling. They are a great way to improve your cycling ability, socialise with others and develop new skills. You don’t need to be an Olympian, just in possession of a working bicycle with the ability to ride. All rides will be led by experienced volunteer ride leaders and there will be a choice of four regular routes. Any ride can be booked by emailing [email protected] at least 3 days before the date it is set to take place. If you have any queries contact Ian on the email above or 07764 146338. Find out how the programme will keep you safe during Covid-19.

Health Rides

National Fitness day 23rd September National Fitness Day encourages the nation to celebrate the fun of fitness and physical activity across the UK. The day is a chance to highlight the role physical activity plays in everyday life by helping raise awareness of its importance in helping us lead healthier and active lifestyles. Find out how you can get involved and get moving!

Know your Numbers 7th-13th September Know your Numbers week is the UK’s biggest and most far reaching blood pressure testing event and awareness week. Each year, hundreds of “Pressure Stations” offer free blood pressure checks across the UK, enabling thousands of people to get a free blood pressure check. It encourages adults across the UK to know their blood pressure numbers and take the necessary action to reach and maintain a healthy blood pressure. This year, Blood Pressure UK are asking, ‘Do you KNOW YOUR risks of high blood pressure NUMBERS?' High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, which is why is it often referred to as the silent killer. The only way to know you have it is to have a check. Therefore it's important to encourage ALL family members to check their blood pressure, so if detected, it can be easily treated thereby reducing your risk of a stroke or heart disease.

Find out more

British Nutritional Food Healthy Eating Week Monday 28 September - Sunday 4 October. Today’s modern diet and lifestyle has put a strain on our health and wellbeing. Processed foods, alcohol and lack of exercise can all lead to obesity, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and cancer.

As we now know, contracting Covid-19 poses greater risk and complications in obese people, so it is vital that we maintain a healthy weight. The aim of Healthy Eating Week is to bring the UK together for a dedicated week, focusing on key health messages and promoting healthy habits. The week will raise awareness for the charity, and how to eat more healthily, & thanks to this, live a better life! Find out how you can get involved, encourage others and make a difference to your health.

BNF Week

Strong & Steady course update: Strong and steady falls prevention courses - Currently postponed due to COVID-19. We hope to be able to resume these in October. Strong and steady workshop - Currently under development. Whilst the workshop is being developed we are keeping a waiting list for future participants. If you would like more information or wish to join the waiting list for a workshop near you please contact us. To find out if you are eligible and join the waiting list call 01403 215111, email [email protected] or fill in a contact form.

Email dated 4th September 2020, from Age UK Rural Outreach- Age UK Horsham District

Just a couple of things from me this week but the usual reminder of our number 01403 260560.

1) How are your needle skills? J

We are asking people who are handy with a needle and thread to make some reusable cotton face masks for the charity to distribute to older people locally.

The masks will go to people accessing the charity’s services, many of whom may be on a low income or beginning to come out of isolation after a long period in lockdown.

The masks will form part of the contents of this year’s ‘Bags of Support’ initiative, where the charity distributes cotton tote bags filled with information and freebies to over 50s. This year, the charity is hoping to provide a reusable face mask, antibacterial soap or hand sanitiser and an activity pack, along with information and advice on services, including befriending.

Claire Long, Head of Relationship Management at Age UK WSBH said “As those who have been shielding start to get out and about again, we thought it would be a great idea to help by providing reusable masks in our bags of support this year. We’ve been there for older people throughout this pandemic and we’re still here for them now as we all try to adjust to the ‘new normal’ of face coverings and social distancing. If you can help us out by making some masks, we’d be so grateful. In the meantime, we want older people to know they can turn to us at this time, whatever it is they are facing.” 23

Age UK WSBH quickly adapted in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. As well as information and advice, the charity offered doorstep deliveries, emergency welfare and safety support for the most vulnerable, telephone befriending and wellbeing advice.

Masks must be new, unused and ideally made with plain coloured cotton. They can be dropped into (or posted if necessary) to the Age UK WSBH offices at:

• Littlehampton - Suite 2, First Floor, Anchor Springs, Littlehampton, BN17 6BP • Brighton - 29 – 31 Prestonville Road, Brighton,BN1 3TJ • Bognor Regis – The Laburnum Centre, Lyon Street, Bognor Regis, PO21 1UX • Horsham – Lavinia House, Dukes Square, Horsham RH12 1GZ • Haywards Heath - Lamb House, 2 Kleinwort Close, Butlers Green Road RH16 4XG • Crawley – 1 Town Barn Road, Crawley, RH11 7XG

2) Mental Health

Looking after your mental health while we remain in lockdown is still very important and if you, or someone you know is struggling they can find information and resources on the NHS Every Mind Matters website- www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/

Nicky Fuller Rural Outreach Development Worker Age UK Horsham District | Lavinia House | Dukes Square | Horsham | RH12 1GZ ______

Email dated 4th September 2020, from WSCC Pop-up cycleways: updates on some of the Government-funded schemes

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Chichester’s Government-funded pop-up cycleway is open, Worthing’s is nearing completion, work has started on Crawley’s, and now Shoreham’s and East Grinstead’s are due to begin week commencing September 7.

Revised plans have also been published for the Horsham cycleway, with a start date to be confirmed as soon as possible.

Scheme maps and other information is available here: www.westsussex.gov.uk/popupcyclelanes

While cycleways are being constructed, road users are advised to please allow extra time for their journeys or, if possible, seek alternative routes while the works are ongoing as delays are likely.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused during the works but our contractor will do all it can to minimise this as much as possible.

Please note: the construction of the cycleways is using similar resources, so start dates for construction work are subject to possible change.

Chichester’s pop-up cycleway:

Chichester’s pop-up cycleway is now open. Roger Elkins, Cabinet Member for Highways and Infrastructure, said: “It’s good to see the Chichester pop-up cycleway open and being used.

“I urge any would-be cyclist to consider leaving the car at home and try it for themselves. Parents might consider using part of the route for their journeys to school.

“An important part of assessing the cycleway’s success will be to monitor usage: these are trial schemes, so if people want it to stay, please use it.”

People can tell us what they think of the Chichester cycleway scheme using this online survey: www.westsussex.gov.uk/eatfchichester

Worthing’s pop-up cycleway: The Worthing pop-up cycleway scheme is nearing completion, with just the sections near Broadwater Green outstanding.

There is an issue on a short stretch of the northbound carriageway, alongside Broadwater Green, and caused by a few vehicles which have been parked there long-term. We have asked the owners to move these vehicles and we are looking into what action can be taken so we can complete the scheme.

Horsham’s revised scheme: The Horsham scheme has been revised following discussions with Horsham District Council.

A 0.9km protected cycle lane will be provided along Albion Way the A281/B2237 Horsham Ring Road by reallocating lane one of the north/eastbound carriageway.

The northbound-only route will start on Albion Way just north of the Sainsbury’s roundabout and end at Madeira Avenue.

A proposed start date for the scheme will be published as soon as possible.

Here’s a reminder of why the cycleways are being introduced

The seven pop-up cycleways for West Sussex – funded by the Government – will create safe space for active travel and encourage people to cycle rather than use the car. They are an emergency response to increase travel options as part of the Government-led recovery plan from COVID-19.

As an emergency response, the Government required the seven trial schemes to be planned and installed within three months. Given the timeframe, we consulted key partners including district and borough councils, emergency services and bus operators. Normally schemes of this nature would take years to develop and be subject to various stages of public consultation that might last two or more months and involve exhibitions, etc. This was not possible given the timescale limitations required.

The cycleway routes are the result of collaborative work with the district and borough councils. Once fully installed and open, we will be encouraging would-be cyclists to experience the cycleways for themselves. This will be the chance for people to show how much they want the cycleway to stay.

The schemes will be closely monitored to see how well used they are and any positive or negative impacts on congestion, safety and air quality. Adjustments will be considered and, if any of them do not work, they may be removed.

Updates on the schemes will be available online at www.westsussex.gov.uk/popupcyclelanes ______

Email dated 4th September from HDC Business: Business Recovery Grants | Online Food Hygiene Courses | Virtual Big Nibble | Free pavement café licences | Upcoming webinars The latest gui dance and advice for busi nesses about coronavirus (C OVID- 19), updates about C ouncil services and acti ons bei ng taken.

The latest gui dance and advice for busi nesses about coronavirus (C OVID- 19), updates about C ouncil services and acti ons bei ng taken.

Business support and information From Horsham District Council

Fortnightly monitoring survey Answer our fortnightly monitoring survey by telling us about your current situation and what support your business requires.

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Business Recovery Grants Coast2Capital have launched a Business Recovery Grants scheme aimed at helping small to medium-sized organisations in our area recover and grow from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The scheme is not only about boosting the local economy, but increasing job creation and retention and social value.

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One-day online Food Hygiene Courses for just £84 Do you own, or work for, a business that deals with food? Did you know that all food handlers must be supervised, instructed and/or trained in food hygiene? Our Food Hygiene Course offers all the content you need in a supportive environment for an accessible price. Courses are currently being run online using the video conferencing app Zoom.

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The Virtual Big Nibble starts today The Big Nibble Food Festival is back starting today Friday 4 September, promoting local food and drink businesses across the District, this year in a virtual format! This event will build on the commercial success and public reputation of the Horsham Big Nibble and Horsham District Food and Drink Festival to create a large online audience promoting local food and drink offerings. The online content programme will increase awareness, bookings and sales for an amazing array of local businesses who have worked tirelessly to adapt to continue to serve the public during the pandemic.

Event details

Free pavement café licences Do you run a cafe or restaurant and want to diversify your seating arrangements? You can still apply for free short-term consent to provide outdoor seating for your customers.

Find out more and apply

Webinar: How to start a start-up Five Foundations To Thrive: Top Tips to Bolster your Business Tuesday 8 September 10am and 7pm Thursday 17 September 9.30am-11.00am These Chichester Hothouse workshops focus on how to get a new business idea off The Federation of Small Businesses expert the ground successfully and how to find the panel will give you their advice on risk right finance option from grants, to equity management, business planning, continuity and beyond. planning, cybersecurity and protecting cashflow.

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Email dated 4th September 2020, from HDC Voluntary Services

Charities eligible for Business Recovery Grants, Crisis Decision Tool, Training and much more All the lat est news and informatio n from Volunt ary Sector Support

Voluntary Sector Support in the Horsham District

All the latest news and information for the voluntary sector across Horsham District.

Funding Culture Recovery Fund - Repayable Finance Financial support is available for culturally significant organisations that were financially sustainable before Covid-19, but are now at clear risk of

no longer trading viably by 31 March 2021 and have exhausted all other options for increasing their resilience.

Social Enterprise Support Fund Grants of between £10,000 and £300,000 are available to social enterprises. To be eligible for this funding, your social enterprise must be able to spend the funds within the next six months and meet the following criteria:

• Operate in England; your beneficiaries are mostly in England • An incorporated social purpose organisation, with an asset lock • Incorporated at least a year ago (i.e. registered with Companies House, the FCA or the Charity Commission) • Annual income between £25,000 and £1.5 million before COVID-19 • Was financially stable before COVID-19 • Substantially reliant on trading income (e.g. sales and delivery of contracts) to deliver social impact In addition, you must be able to demonstrate how your social enterprise is working in one of the key priorities for this fund which include: • Social enterprises supporting people who are at high risk from COVID-19 • Social enterprises supporting people most likely to face increased demand and challenges as a result of the COVID-19 crisis This fund is open to applications from 10 September and will close to applications on 17 September.

Coast to Capital - Business Recovery Grants

The Coast to Capital Business Recovery Grants scheme is now open. Aimed at helping small to medium sized organisations (including charities) in the local area recover and grow from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The scheme is not only about boosting the local economy, but increasing job creation and retention and social value. Key details of the scheme are: • Total of £2.1 million funding available • Application window will be open for 6 months: 01/09/2020 to 28/02/2021 • Grant range £10,000 to £170,000 (for projects of £20,000 to £340,000) • Grant funding must be matched by the applicant (at least 50% of project value)

• Grant funding must be spent on capital items only (match can include revenue costs) Eligibility requirements for applicants: • Small to Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs), Social Enterprises, and Charities (1- 249 FTE person workforce) are all eligible to apply for this funding • Organisation must be established and trading for at least 1 financial year. • Applicants from all sectors are eligible to apply for this funding, but applications will be prioritised from certain sectors.

Independent Age Grant Fund Application deadline: 11 September

Independent Age have released £2 million to help smaller organisations across the UK working with older people hardest hit by COVID-19. The Grant Fund comprises of three separate funding rounds. In each round approximately £760,000 will be made available where organisations can apply to receive between £5,000 and £15,000 each.

Apply here

Group promotion West Sussex Mediation Service shortlisted for award West Sussex Mediation Service have been shortlisted for the National Mediation Awards - Community Mediator of the Year 2020.

The Awards ceremony is being held virtually on 23 September 2020. Good luck to the whole team on their nomination.

Information and guidance Free Crisis Decision Tool If your organisation is facing financial difficulties and you’re looking for guidance on the options available, the Bates Wells new free tool can help.

Queens Award for Voluntary Service There is still time to nominate local outstanding volunteer groups across East and West Sussex for this prestigious award - the MBE for local community organisations. Any group of two or more people doing volunteer work that provides a social, economic or environmental service to local community can be nominated until 25 September.

Keep West Sussex Safe campaign resources West Sussex County Council have made available COVID-19 campaign materials for local businesses, communities, organisations, and services. Please download and share these messages to encourage others to keep West Sussex safe and prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Seven million expect to seek charity support in the next year One in eight people living in the UK, equivalent to seven million people, expect to seek support from a charity or voluntary body in the next 12 months as a direct result of challenges created by the COVID-19. The research released by the National Emergencies Trust (NET) reveals that for three in five of these people (61%), it will be the first time they have ever sought charitable support.

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Surveys and consultations Carer Engagement survey

Survey closing date: 9:00am, Monday 28 September 2020 Caring for someone else can be both tough and wonderful and Carers Support West Sussex are constantly looking for ways to make a difference to the people who care for family

and friends. In 2015 Carers Support West Sussex (the Charity), West Sussex County Council and health partners made a commitment to carers and it is now time to renew that commitment and plan together for the next five years. Carers Support West Sussex are inviting feedback so that they can better understand how to work with carers to support them at home, at work and in the community. Alongside the survey Carers Support West Sussex are also inviting carers to talk to them directly either in small groups (possibly virtual) or in direct telephone interviews.

Respond here

For more information contact Carers Support West Sussex Carer Response Line on: 0300 028 8888 or email [email protected]

Training New risk management webinar series from NCVO and Zurich In partnership with Zurich, NCVO is introducing a series of risk management webinars for charities. The first webinar in September is booking fast so make sure you sign up in time. The three topics are: • Safeguarding through covid-19 – and beyond - 17 September • Cyber resilience – beyond cyber essentials - 8 October • Steps to building organisational resilience – key things to consider - 2 December Click the links above to read more and book.

Community and Events Turning Tides – Go the distance Turning Tides is the biggest provider of services for single homeless people in West Sussex. Turning Tides continue to grow and develop their services to meet the needs of the local area – with over 5,000 supporters, 300 volunteers and

140 staff. On World Homelessness Day (10 October 2020) Turning Tides invite you to take part in their virtual 'Go the Distance' event by choosing an activity of your choice to do in a location of your choice.

This new look fundraising event aims to get you out and about, either running, walking, swimming, cycling, dancing - or whatever activity you choose. Challenge yourself and GO THE DISTANCE for homeless men and women.

Volunteering Support with recruiting volunteers Voluntary Sector Support are here to support you in recruiting new volunteers. You can register your volunteering vacancies on the volunteering website or phone a member of the team for more information and guidance. Telephone: 01403 215191 Email: [email protected]

Voluntary Sector Support send this newsletter fortnightly. If you have any questions or an article you'd like us to include please feel free to contact us. For extra news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter @myhorsham Rachel Evans and the Voluntary Sector Support Team Telephone: 01403 215191 Email: [email protected]

Email dated 4th September 2020, from NALC Chief Executives Bulletin

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and furlough fraud There have been recent headlines about a crackdown on furlough fraud. This tends to focus on employers who have provided inaccurate or false information, or who have then broken furlough rules – in the main by having furloughed staff continue to work. Local (parish and town) councils should be advised to only provide accurate and true information when applying for furlough and to stick within the stated rules of the scheme. If you realise your council has made any errors in your claims it is possible to correct this information with HMRC within given deadlines. You can find out more about this and the requirements for councils who have received funding under this scheme on our coronavirus webpage.

Another report on local government reorganisation Hot on the heels of last week’s report on local government reorganisation by the County Councils Network, the District Councils Network has published Power in place: devolution and districts driving our recovery arguing districts, not counties should be the building blocks for devolution. References to local councils include:

• it is district councillors and local town and parish councillors that maintain the closest link between councils and communities • the costs of moving to new county unitary models do not include the large potential costs of growing the role of local town and parish councils • county councils advancing unitary arguments have acknowledged this weakness, and in response promise to bolster the role of the thousands of local town and parish councils, but with little detail what will be devolved to them and how. There is a risk that this becomes a token gesture and local councils deserve better, they are crucial partners and should be supported to build on their strengths • We would encourage all districts to have wide-ranging discussions locally with their county colleagues, with their town and parish councils, with their MPs, with their local businesses, and with the whole range of public services in their place, from health to employment, to housing, to transport.

LGC again ran a story on the report which you can read here as did other trade press including Localgov.co.uk.

Toilets Bill completes House of Commons stage The Non-Domestic Rating (Public Lavatories) Bill completed its House of Commons stages on 3 September. The opposition had put forward amendments to widen the scope of the bill to include toilets in other community facilities, exclude fee-charging toilets and provide for an annual report on its impact, these weren’t put to the vote. Speakers in the debate included Richard Holden MP, chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on local democracy, who has championed this issue in Parliament, and Duncan Baker MP, both mentioning local councils in their areas. You can read the debate in Hansard or watch on Parliamentlive.tv Now off to the House of Lords dates to be announced.

Nominate someone for an honour or award Given the brilliant work I know goes on by local councils up and down the country, day in, day out, I’m not sure our sector necessarily gets the recognition it deserves in national honours. Which is why I’d like to encourage more nominations for awards and honours. You can nominate someone who has made an exceptional contribution to the response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis in the UK, anyone can make a nomination and there is no deadline. For wider contributions to local communities and public life, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has said “that they are especially interested in people who are working or volunteering in their community. They could be working with the homeless or in housing more widely, supporting community integration and interfaith work, or working in local government over an extended period to achieve the council’s local ambitions”. While these Honours nominations can be accepted at any time, citations will be needed by Monday 21 September if they are to be included in the Birthday 2021 Honours Round. Further details about the process and what you should consider when making a nomination can also be found here.

And finally… Along with our policy manager, Chris Borg, I met officials from the Redmond Review on 2

September for an advance briefing on their report on financial reporting and external audit which will be published next week – do lookout for that! ______

Email dated 4th September 2020, from WSCC International bestselling author joins West Sussex Libraries for free virtual event

On Thursday 17 September, the West Sussex Library Service is hosting a free online event with international bestselling author, Lesley Pearse.

The event is part of a virtual series called ‘Libraries from Home’ run by Libraries Connected.

As the author of 28 global bestsellers, Lesley will talk about her fascinating writing career and her latest chart- topper, Liar.

This new novel is an enthralling story of murder and lies and winner of the 2020 Woman & Home Book Choice Award.

Tickets for the event are free and the session will take place over Zoom from 7pm. Details of how to register can be found at www.westsussex.gov.uk/libraryevents.

West Sussex residents will have the opportunity to submit questions for a Q&A at the end of the talk and can do so when they register or by sending questions to [email protected].

The event with Lesley is one of just six being held in the UK ahead of Libraries Week which runs from 5-10 October 2020.

For all the latest library news follow West Sussex Library Service on Facebook @WestSussexLibraries and Twitter @WSCCLibraries.

Notes to Editor

Libraries Connected are a national charity supporting Libraries to stay at the heart of their communities and change lives - https://www.librariesconnected.org.uk/.

At the time of writing, all 36 libraries in West Sussex are open for restricted browsing and pre-booked IT sessions during limited opening hours. A virtual hub of the library’s online services and news can be found via their website: https://arena.westsussex.gov.uk/web/arena/currentoffer. ______

Email dated 4th September 2020, from Neighbourhood Watch September Newsletter

Our September Our News Newsletter Is Out - Read It Here

Dear Sarah

We pleased to announce our September Our News newsletter is now available.

Click here to read our September Our News newsletter.

This month we have a look at how one group has tackled crime and disorder in Hackney, we introduce to you CrimeStoppers Domestic Abuse campaign #YouAreNotPowerless which launched on the 1st September, and Action Fraud's anti-phishing campaign #MulletOver, which also launched on the 1st September.

In partnership with Avast we look at ways Cyberhood Watch is protecting our community.

We highlight and ask you to support some key events being held during September

• The Countryside clean up on the 19th and 20th • Gas Safe Week running from 14th - 20th

And last but certainly not least, we are excited to announce that the Neighbour of the Year Awards, sponsored by Co-op Insurance is back for the 3rd consecutive year. Nominations open on the 21st September. Look out for more details on this coming soon.

And that is not all... read our newsletter here to discover more.

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK, Central Support Team

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