£100K is being invested into on-going support of maintenance works on sea defences around Langstone Mill Pond.
Havant Borough Council say the money is for critical works being undertaken by Coastal Partners starting next month and that they are committed to working with all partners to achieve the best outcomes for this cherished borough asset, which is well-loved and well-used throughout the year.
The council also says they are eager for all agencies involved to meet the terms of the Statement of Common Ground. Agreed in January 2024 following extensive discussion, Havant Borough Council, Hampshire County Council, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, Natural England and the Environment Agency committed to the following priorities for the next 25 years:
- Maintenance of the Mill Pond Wall
- Maintenance of the coastal path along its current route by construction of a bridging solution towards Wade Lane
Councillor Philip Munday - Leader of Havant Borough Council – stated “I’m delighted to see my council’s commitment to Langstone Mill Pond, with real action and considerable investment set to provide real results. I look forward to seeing the benefits of that work which begins next month. However, I have concerns regarding works previously agreed by Hampshire County Council and Chichester Harbour Conservancy. To date, there has been a lack of visibility and engagement with residents regarding their plans for this popular stretch of our coastline, which I hope is swiftly addressed. Furthermore, I would like to see their closer engagement with Havant Borough Council so that we best deliver the benefits we all agreed to through our Statement of Common Ground”.
Plans for 165 homes in Chichester
Fire crews at the scene of a house fire in Fittleworth
£354K to be spent on major projects in Arun
Man jailed for serious assault in Bognor
New exhibition in Chichester supporting young artists
Armed police in Crawley
Appeal following £50,000 burglary in Uckfield
Woman being investigated after false report of rape in Bognor
MP visits Pumpkin Patch nursery school in Steyning
Bus contracts renewed in Hampshire
On Air