This week we’re opening a survey so you can share your thoughts about a new leisure centre to replace the King Alfred. Drop in to find out more from the project team at the King Alfred Ballroom: 🔹Thu 9 Oct, 3 to 8pm 🔹Fri 10 Oct, 1 to 7pm 🔹Sat 11 Oct, 8.30am to 12.30pm

Council Leader Bella Sankey has issued a statement following the attack at a Manchester synagogue. Read the full statement on our website: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/st...

Peter Gladwin Primary is set to be the first of our schools to be fully heated by low-carbon, energy-efficient alternatives. The project team is on course for the school to switch on the new system after the autumn half term. www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/fi...

Today’s Cabinet meeting has now started. 📹 You’re welcome to watch online: youtube.com/live/N1HeuEw... ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g1...

5 council-owned leisure centres with rooftop solar panels have generated 1 million kilowatt hours of renewable energy - enough to power 370 homes. The solar power generated is helping to reduce the operating costs of our centres as well as lower emissions. More information: ow.ly/ONye50X0jp9

We're working to make it easier for residents to rescue their recycling and reduce waste this Recycle Week. We recently expanded the range of items we collect for recycling to include plastic pots, tubs and trays. Recycle more this Recycle Week: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/re...

We're pleased to share a first look at proposals for a new leisure centre to replace the King Alfred 📷 Designed to offer sea views from the pools, gym and café, it will be a modern, accessible and sustainable leisure destination for all.

It's not just the roads we've been repairing and resurfacing. Our 2025/26 maintenance programme also includes spending around £620,000 on improving pavements, making them smoother and more accessible. 📸 Norton Road, Hove More info 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/travel-and-r...

The Women’s Rugby World Cup Fan Zone is now open! 🎉 Join us all weekend for an unforgettable celebration jam packed with delicious food, interactive games, live sport, DJs and loads of free fun for everyone!

Free food waste collections start in the east of the city from 15 September. Starter packs are being delivered to residents in Saltdean, Rottingdean, Ovingdean, Woodingean and Brighton Marina. More about how we're introducing food waste collections: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/fo...

The government plans to scrap two-tier councils in Sussex in favour of unitary authorities. We're already a unitary authority but as part of the government’s proposals, we'll need to serve a larger population. Have your say on our proposals 👉 yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/en-GB/projec...

We've created 5 more wildflower areas to support wildlife and increase biodiversity in the city 🌻 Discover more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/he...

Drop-in and learn more about our proposals for how our boundaries could be adjusted to serve a larger population as part of local government reorganisation. These sessions are a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have. Learn more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/lo...

Listen to Council Leader Bella Sankey explain why we’re proposing to merge our boundaries east as part of local government reorganisation 🔊 The four options we’re consulting on reflect where people live, work and go to school.

It’s expected to be a busy weekend in the city 🎉 Here's your guide for enjoying Pride safely and responsibly, including: 🙌 tips on how to plan ahead ❤️‍🩹 available first aid, medical help or support 🧑‍⚕️ harm reduction advice Find out more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/st...

Pride is back for 2025 with another big weekend and we’re asking people to plan their travel in advance. 🚌 New Park & Ride available on Sunday 🚆 Check public transport operator websites for info ⛔ Road closures in place over the weekend Plan ahead 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/pr...

Help shape local government reorganisation in Sussex 📢 The government is replacing two tier councils with unitary ones. Brighton & Hove’s already unitary, but we need to grow. We’re exploring four boundary options shaped by how people live, work and got to school.

The popular Summer Reading Challenge is back in our libraries to keep children reading over the summer holidays 📖 To kick off the summer of reading, our Jubilee and Hove libraries will welcome author James Carter on Wednesday 30 July ✨ Learn more👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/le...

The amazing restoration of the Brighton Dome, Corn Exchange and Studio Theatre has picked up another heritage award 🎉 The project has seen the venues restored and upgraded, with major improvements and better facilities for artists and audiences. Read more: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/re...

Our July Cabinet meeting has just started. 📹 You’re welcome to watch online: www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK5N... ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g1...

We’re pleased to share the 12 members set to be appointed to our Seafront Development Board. Chaired by Lord Bassam of Brighton, the new board will help to shape a vision and encourage investment in the city’s iconic seafront.

A programme to resurface, treat and repair thousands of square metres of road will begin next week 🛣️ 35 roads covering 176,000 square metres have been included on our planned maintenance programme for 2025/26. Find out more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/17...

This Saturday: free activities at the Deneway in #Brighton to launch this wonderful new youth-led nature project. Book a morning or afternoon session: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/deneways-w... @bhcitynews.bsky.social @brighton-hove.gov.uk @bhwf.bsky.social @thelivingcoast.bsky.social

Did you know the green, wooden benches on Hove seafront are also known as cucumber benches?🥒 We're restoring them as part of a new initiative involving our contractors, local businesses and the Community Payback Scheme.

The King’s Road paddling pool is open again! After some urgent repairs, we’ve reopened the pool just in time for the school holidays 🏖️

From today, Monday 30 June, you can put plastic pots, tubs and trays in with your mixed recycling. Put them in with your plastic bottles, tins and cans, aerosols, paper and cardboard. Keep all items clean, dry and loose. Find out more: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/re...

We’re asking people to help shape the future of electric vehicle travel in Brighton & Hove🔌 Give us your views on electric vehicle use and how we should be expanding our EV infrastructure. Have your say 👉 yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/en-GB/projec...

Today’s Cabinet meeting has just started! 📹 You can watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/ZgKeb4r... ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g1...

Do you knit or crochet? 🧶 Then grab your wool and join Yarn Art - a creative and quirky way to help dress the city this summer and celebrate Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 🌹 Read more and get knitting: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/wh...

Have your say on the A259 Hove to Portslade active travel plans 🔊 We’ve launched a 6-week consultation on plans to improve walking, wheeling, and cycling along the seafront from Fourth Avenue to Mill Road. Take part: yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/en-GB/projec...

Did you know that Brighton & Hove has some of the rarest elm trees in the world? 🌳 23 of them are particularly rare because of their type and size or age. Discover the city's elms and tree heritage at the Sussex Tree Festival which continues this weekend: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/ra...

We’ll soon be collecting plastic pots, tubs and trays as part of our mixed recycling collections. From Monday 30 June, you can put them into your mixed recycling for collection.

How brilliant was the launch event at our seafront basketball court last weekend? Some highlights: 🏀 hundreds of people attended 🏀 dozens of children enjoyed free coaching sessions 🏀 exhibition games featuring top local under 18 players 🏀 an impressive dunk display Take a look 📸

Our basketball court is reopening tomorrow after an eye-catching makeover 👀 Head down from 11am until 3pm for: 🏀 free basketball coaching for children 🏀 exhibition games 🏀 slam dunk display 🏀 music 🏀 giveaways Find out more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/re...

Working together to keep everyone safe on our beaches ⛱️ Our new partnership with @brightonrnli.bsky.social starts this weekend, bringing lifeguard services to our most popular beaches and helping keep residents and visitors safe all summer long. Read more: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/rn...

Brighton & Hove councillors have appointed Councillor Amanda Grimshaw BEM as the city’s new mayor and Councillor Ty Galvin as deputy mayor for 2025-2026. Learn more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/co...

The Council Chamber at Hove Town Hall has been dressed ready for full council this afternoon, where a new mayor will be appointed. The meeting begins at 4.30pm. Join us and watch online: youtube.com/live/02giSxx...

We're delighted that Hove Beach Park, the city's first new park in over a century, is now officially open 🎉 Read more: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/ce...

Today’s Cabinet meeting has just started! 📹 You can watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvTb... ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g1...

Last night we marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe with a ceremony at the Peace statue on the seafront. Take a look through some photos from the special event ❤️

Westbourne & Poets’ Corner by-election results Sam Parrot, Labour Party - ELECTED

Join the celebrations in Marvellous May 🌞 There’s plenty on offer for residents and visitors of all ages this month, with arts and culture taking centre stage, as the city welcomes the festival season! Read more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/ar...

Hello Bluesky! We are a group of volunteers that works with @brighton-hove.gov.uk's Park Ranger on conservation activities in Sheepcote Valley and East Brighton Park. Here's a dormouse nest we found.

Today’s Cabinet meeting has just kicked off! 📹 You can watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/sEZ08R2... ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: democracy.brighton-hove.gov.uk/documents/g1...

🎥 Live stream update 🎥 While we re-procure a new webcast supplier, all council and committee meetings will be live streamed on our YouTube channel. First up is planning committee tomorrow, Wednesday 2 April, at 2pm.

This month's Cabinet meeting has just kicked off! 📹 You’re welcome to watch online: ow.ly/sSpF50VjeYo ℹ️ Read the agenda and reports for the meeting: ow.ly/QHZP50VjeYl

Councillors will hear next week about the city’s plans to make Brighton & Hove’s bus services even better. A report will will set out what the city’s Bus Service Improvement Plan will deliver over the next 12 months. Read more 👉 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/news/2025/br...

A big thank you to everyone who responded to our early engagement survey on local government reorganisation. Your views will help to shape the way forward and are included in our interim plan which will be presented to Cabinet on 20 March.

Only 6 more days to share your thoughts on whether Brighton & Hove should stay as it is or combine with other areas. Take part in our early engagement and make sure your voice is heard. Give your views and take our survey 👉 yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/en-GB/projec...

We're seeking members for a new Seafront Development Board to help shape the future of our seafront. It’s a great opportunity to make a real difference to: 🌊 the look and feel of our city 🌊 to our economy and jobs 🌊 the seafront spaces future generations will enjoy