Council news

Cllr Joanne Knowles was elected Chairman of the Council for the civic year 2026 to 2027 at the Council’s Annual Meeting

Published: 30 Apr 2026

Following Horsham District Council’s request to re-open the examination of its 2023-40 Local Plan at the end of 2025, a new examination is now underway.

Published: 24 Apr 2026

More than 20 Morris sides from across the South will fill the town with sound and spectacle

Published: 23 Apr 2026

Whether you are new to market trading or are an existing trader aged 16-30 years, you can apply now for this exciting competition. It is just £10 to enter with a gazebo and table provided. Traders must be under the age of 31 on 26 August 2026 to be eligible to enter

Published: 20 Apr 2026

Horsham District based small businesses will soon be able to apply for up to £5,000 to help fund their climate-friendly projects through Horsham District Council’s Green LEAP grant scheme.

Published: 07 Apr 2026

We are celebrating national recognition after winning bronze in the Tourism and Leisure Award at the 21st Community Rail Awards, for our ‘Arun Valley Line: Beyond the Rails’ project – a series of podcasts  which highlight the unique character of the local area.

Published: 02 Apr 2026

There will also be a Horsham District by-election in the Itchingfield, Slinfold and Warnham ward.

Published: 01 Apr 2026

It is then expected the new councillors will name the council Horsham Town Council.The new council has operated in a ‘shadow’ capacity from January until March 2026

Published: 31 Mar 2026

Revised plans for the Bishopric area of Horsham place a strong emphasis on better access between the John Lewis/Waitrose area and the town centre, alongside the retention of the much‑loved mature trees and a waterfall feature.

Published: 27 Mar 2026

The new development will consist of nine properties and will include two homes with additional accessibility features for people living with disabilities. They will provide much-needed affordable accommodation for local residents on the Housing Register

Published: 26 Mar 2026

The changes will give tenants greater stability and security. They will also break down barriers that can prevent some people and families from renting altogether

Published: 26 Mar 2026

The Council committed in its 2025/2026 Annual Plan to agree an ongoing golf and leisure offering at Rookwood, recognising the importance of the site as a much-valued community leisure asset, whilst protecting green space and ensuring sustainable management

Published: 25 Mar 2026