- Local government proposals are underway in Sussex, with Arun's area and Chichester/Mid Sussex being considered for new unitary authorities.
- Local government proposals in West Sussex include grouping Adur and Horsham, and forming a West Sussex unitary authority with Chichester and Crawley.
- West Sussex County Council is working with a district council to deliver a local government scheme in Chichester.
Holiday Park Near Chichester Enters Administration, Site Remains Closed
What happened
Cove Communities Venture 2 Medmerry OpCo Limited and its parent company, Cove Communities Holiday Park UK Holdco Limited, have entered administration. The Medmerry Holiday Park near Chichester has been closed indefinitely since April 2024, following severe flooding that caused extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. The 100-acre site will not reopen, despite previous plans to replace the park with luxury lodges.
From theargus.co.uk
Why it matters
The administration of the park operator confirms the permanent closure of a popular tourism destination near Chichester. The withdrawal of plans to upgrade the site further impacts the local property and leisure market in West Sussex.
West Sussex County Council is currently working with a district council to deliver a local government scheme in Chichester, which includes proposals for forming a West Sussex unitary authority.
From theargus.co.uk
Who's involved
- ChichesterLocation of the closed holiday park and affected community
- West SussexCounty where the holiday park is located
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The entities involved
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Chichester
city in West Sussex, England
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West Sussex
ceremonial and non-metropolitan county of England