In The South New report reveals culture is key as Brighton & Hove recovers from the pandemic More than 50 organisations were involved, employing 324 artists and creative workers – most of them freelancers, whose livelihoods were impacted by the pandemic. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
In The South Planning permission granted for Madeira Terrace Phase 1 Planning permission and listed building consent has been granted to start the restoration of the Grade II* listed Madeira Terrace. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
In The South Applications now open for Brighton & Hove City Council’s BME Engagement Fund 22-23 The Engagement Fund aims to support projects that improve the well-being of BME residents and promote fairness. Groups can apply for grants of up to £2,000 to help cover group activities and running costs to May 2023. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
In The South Brighton & Hove City Council announces £30,000 emergency food fund to help tackle cost of living crisis In response to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, Brighton & Hove City Council has announced a new fund to help community groups and organisations provide emergency food for people during winter 2022/23. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
In The South Brighton & Hove City Council secures almost £115,000 to prevent vulnerable young women and girls from being sexually and violently exploited Council officials say a dedicated Young Women’s Worker will work with girls who are either being abused or are at risk of being exploited by gang members. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
General News Brighton & Hove City Council releases statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Brighton & Hove City Council has released a joint statement following yesterday’s announcement from Buckingham Palace that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died. By Graham Robson • 4 min read
In The South Brighton & Hove City Council publishes Madeira Terrace restoration planning application The planning application for the first phase of restoration of Madeira Terrace, an iconic part of Brighton’s seafront since the 1890s, has been published by Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) and residents of the city are invited to comment on the plans, which will be considered by planning committ By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Community News Have your say on Brighton & Hove City Council’s £1 million ‘Family Hubs’ development Brighton & Hove City Council has launched a consultation on the development of Family Hubs which it says are set to help improve the lives of children and families throughout the city. The council was one of only seven local authorities in the country to be given up to £1 million government fundin By Graham Robson • 2 min read
In The South Plans finalised for first phase of restoration for Madeira Terrace Brighton & Hove City Council has announced its design team has finalised plans for the first phase of restoration for Madeira Terrace By Graham Robson • 3 min read
News Brighton & Hove City Council urges people to plan travel arrangements in advance of the big Pride weekend… With thousands of people expected to pack Brighton & Hove for this year’s Pride celebrations, Brighton & Hove City Council is urging people to plan their travel arrangements in advance of the big weekend… By Graham Robson • 5 min read
News Brighton & Hove City Council: Getting ready to welcome Pride back to the city With a month to go, we at Brighton & Hove City Council are getting ready to welcome back Brighton & Hove’s fantastic Pride celebrations! By Contributor • 4 min read
Gender equality – Weight scale with gender signs showing equal weight. In The South Labour councillors launch gender equality campaign in Brighton & Hove The campaign, which was kicked off with a proposal at Brighton & Hove City Council’s Policy & Resources Committee to target hardship funding towards tackling period poverty, follows a recent study that ranked Brighton & Hove as the worst city in the country for period poverty, with almost half of wo By Graham Robson • 2 min read
