Thousands of you kindly shared your experiences of using local pharmacy services in West Sussex. This has helped us inform our draft Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment. This is now open for review and comment, until Monday 28 July. 🗣️ (see comments for link) 👉

Lance Nuttall & Dee Allen, of The Woolpack, are the winners of the Business in the Community Award in this year's Mid Sussex Applauds Award. The Woolpack in Burgess Hill is at the centre of the community & well known for its charity work. View all winners: midsussexapplauds.co.uk/past-winners/2…

Winners of the Volunteer of the Year Award in this year's Mid Sussex Applauds Awards are Pauline Mallinson and Wendy Kingcome. Learn about all this years winners here: midsussexapplauds.co.uk/past-winners/2…

Volunteers' Week is an annual UK-wide campaign to celebrate and recognise the contribution of volunteers. Launched in 1984, this initiative provides organisations and communities a platform to thank current and past volunteers for their invaluable efforts.

Today we have announced we will be challenging the Secretary of State after being advised by the Planning Inspectorate that it is considering failing the area’s District Plan. Read our press statement to find out more: midsussex.gov.uk/about-us/press…… 📷

Ariel Community Theatre's Othellos Buddies are the winners of the Community for All Award in the Mid Sussex Applauds Awards 2025. The Othellos Buddies are a very special group of 11-18 year olds who volunteer their time every week. Learn more midsussexapplauds.co.uk/past-winners/2…

If you’re eligible for NHS Healthy Start, you can use your card as soon as it’s activated. Keep it safe so it’s ready for when you need it – even if that’s not every week. Check eligibility: 🍎 healthystart.nhs.uk/how-to-apply/

Next week (9th - 15th) is Carers Week. If you're an unpaid carer for someone whether it's a family member or neighbour, it's important to know that support is available. Visit carerssupport.org.uk for guidance, practical help & emotional support.

Looking to stay up-to-date with news from around our district? Then sign up to receive our online 'Mid Sussex Matters' newsletter that's full of news, events, and information. midsussex.gov.uk/about-us/mid-s…

Are you planning a community event to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day in August? Then apply to Mid Sussex District Council for a grant to support your event if you're a non-profit making/voluntary organisation. Deadline to apply is 30th June. midsussex.gov.uk/business-licen…

Today is World Environment Day - the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme, it is celebrated by millions across the world. This year's focus is on ending plastic pollution globally. Learn more: worldenvironmentday.global

Congratulations to all those who were nominated for the Mid Sussex Applauds Awards 2025. Archie Tipple-Wilson was Highly Commended in the Community Hero of the Year Award for his work with Burgess Hill Lions Club. Learn about the awards evening here: midsussexapplauds.co.uk

Results of by-elections in Mid Sussex – June 5 2025 Haywards Heath Town Council – Haywards Heath Bentswood and Heath East Ward: Mohtasem Billah and Kirsten Sutton (Lib Dem). View full results here: midsussex.gov.uk/elections-voti…

Results of by-elections in Mid Sussex – June 5 2025 West Sussex County Council – Hassocks and Burgess Hill South Ward: Erika Dale Woodhurst-Trueman (Lib Dem) West Sussex County Council – Burgess Hill North Ward: Jane Elizabeth Davey (Lib Dem) midsussex.gov.uk/elections-voti…

A public consultation on proposed boundary changes in the Haywards Heath area opens today. To find out more, scan this QR code or click here: midsussex.gov.uk/elections-voti…

This #Carers Week, check out the support available to unpaid carers in West Sussex: •Free info & advice. orlo.uk/jD5Uq • Health & wellbeing support for carers 18+. orlo.uk/qc7C6 • Support for young carers under 18. orlo.uk/41aci

We are lucky to have some great parks in the District. Green spaces are a great place to help reduce stress, take part in some physical activity, or socialise with friends and family. Let's embrace our parks and build a happier, healthier community together!

This week it's Men's Health Week which aims to raise awareness of men's health issues and encourages men to take care of their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. For some great wellbeing ideas and advice, visit midsussex.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk

We're here to help! If you're experiencing any of the issues listed below, then please get in touch. Visit our website for more info midsussex.gov.uk/housing-counci…

What paper & card can and can't be recycled... ✅ Yes, please: Junk mail, cereal and egg boxes, newspapers and magazines, scrunchable wrapping paper, catalogues and directories. ❌ No, thanks: Coffee cups and lids, shredded paper, paper towels, tissues, polystyrene cups.