Teaching our young people to become Junior Citizens

The week-long event ran from 23 to 29 March and was organised by Horsham District Council’s Community Safety team. Children took part in eight interactive sessions and learnt about various aspects of keeping themselves and others safe, as well as the importance of being good citizens in the community.

Participating organisations that gave their time free of charge across the week included Sussex Police, West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, Royal National Lifeboat Institution, Junior Neighbourhood Watch, Magistrates in the Community, West Sussex County Council, Bike Ability and Community Rail Partnership.

“I am extremely glad that Junior Citizen Week remained in the calendar once again this year.

“The time and commitment which goes into organising the week from the many agencies which take part, is testament to the importance of citizenship. I am proud that Horsham District Council organises such an event and pleased that this year’s event was as successful as those which have gone before it.”

Cabinet Member for Community and Wellbeing, Cllr Tricia Youtan