In this edition we are getting ready for Christmas with news of our various festive events and activities.
We are also highlighting how we are helping residents with the cost of living crisis featuring details of the various funds and schemes available to help you with rising costs and ideas on how you can save money.
We are sharing news of the great work we are doing to improve biodiversity locally and continue to highlight the issue of water neutrality and how it is affecting our plans for new homes development.
We also have news of some exciting new retailers to hit our high streets and new outdoor markets.
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November 2022 articles

Welcome to the November 2022 edition
An introduction to the November 2022 edition from Councillor Jonathan Chowen, Leader of Horsham District Council.

Christmas at the Museum
What's on at Horsham Museum and Art Gallery this Christmas

Christmas events in Horsham
Horsham is the place to be this Christmas with a whole host of exciting festive events and activities.

Christmas cooking tips
With our Environmental Health team’s advice, you’ll waste less and stay well over the festive season.

Bin collections over Christmas and New Year
There will be no collections on the Christmas and Boxing Day Bank Holidays on 26 and 27 December.

Recycling at Christmas
Here's what you need to know to cut down on general waste when the festivities are over.

Shelley remembered in 2022
The bicentenary of the death of Horsham born poet Percy Bysshe Shelley was marked with a series of special events and projects in and around Horsham throughout 2022.

Water neutrality and how it can affect you
The Council's latest update on water neutrality, a hot topic for councils in West Sussex.

Horsham District Local Plan update
For some time now the Council has been preparing a Local Plan that will set out planning policies and proposals to guide development in the District up to 2039.

Cost of living crisis: help is at hand
How we're helping residents who are struggling with the rising cost of living.

Climate fund boosts Henfield eco-project
One of the latest successful grant recipients of the Climate Fund is local community centre Henfield Haven.

Apply for the Community Climate Fund
Got any climate-friendly ideas? Apply for up to £5,000 to make them happen.

Improving biodiversity in our countryside sites
We work hard to support and foster the wealth of biodiversity across our countryside sites.

Free drop-in sessions offer help and advice
Our community drop-ins help residents to access key services in the District.

A new place to hang out in Horsham
Thanks to our collaboration with 4TheYouth Horsham’s young people now have a new youth centre.

A day in the life of an Environmental Health Officer
A typical day in the Housing standards team.

Are you a local landlord? Let with us
Our leasing and lettings schemes offer private sector landlords in Horsham District the security of long-term lets with no admin fees.

How our Community Link service can support you
Helping you stay safe and independent both inside and outside your home.

Helping to make your home more energy efficient
Warmer Homes funding could help you reduce your energy bills.

A warm welcome to our new Director of Communities
Paul Anderson started with us in September of this year.

Worried about losing your home?
We may be able to help if you're worried about paying your rent.

Look after your wellbeing this winter
Top tips to maintain a healthy mind and body throughout the colder months.

Setting out our stalls in our market towns
Our local market towns are evolving and buzzier than ever,

New entrepreneurs hit Horsham's high streets
How Council grants have helped support some new businesses in Horsham

Enjoy working with communities?
We could have just the job role for you.
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