Investment in the environment, homes and the community are expected be the focus of Adur District Council's work over the next 12 months.
At a District Council meeting the construction of more homes for those in need of social housing, and the regeneration of Adur's existing housing stock were raised.
The Council claims the views of residents will be at the heart of planning for the redevelopment of the Southwick Estate and millions of pounds will be spent this year on modernising and improving Council-owned homes.
The purchases of Pad Farm and New Salts Farm have allowed the Council to push forward with plans to boost biodiversity on the land. By bringing together a group of partners including conservation experts, farmers and government agencies, the Council will work to improve the ecology of the area by returning the land to its natural habitat. The restoration of the kelp forest off the Adur coast will also be supported by the Council.
The construction of new homes in Adur has also unlocked funding from developers to transform cycling links through Lancing, Shoreham, Southwick and Fishersgate. The extra investment in cycling infrastructure - including dedicated cycle lanes, cycle paths and safety signs - are designed to encourage more people to use two wheels to get around the district, improving people's health while cutting pollution caused by traffic.
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