Plans to restore and preserve Worthing's historic seafront Lido have taken a significant step forward after the community group behind the campaign established itself as a Community Interest Company (CIC).
The Worthing Lido Community Group says the move will help strengthen its efforts to secure funding, develop partnerships and create a sustainable future for the landmark.
Becoming a not-for-profit CIC will allow the group to explore grant funding, donations, sponsorship and other financial support, with money raised reinvested into restoring the Lido.
The organisation says its priority remains ensuring the landmark can be enjoyed by residents and visitors for generations to come.
Dr Beccy Cooper, MP for Worthing West and Chair of the Worthing Lido Community Group, said: "Forming the CIC is a really important step forward for us. It gives us a strong foundation from which to take our ambitions for Worthing Lido forward.
“We know there is still much work to do, but the enthusiasm and support we've received from the community has been incredible. We want to thank everyone who has been part of this journey so far - this is very much a community effort, and we're excited about what comes next."
The group has thanked volunteers and members of the Worthing community who have supported the campaign through events, fundraising activities and sharing memories of the Lido.
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