Shop Local Week
August 2020
The Government has launched Shop Local Week, seven days of concentrated activity encouraging shoppers to return to their local high street and shop safely. Commencing 10 August and running until...
News & Events
Otter Key Worker Trail
July 2020
As part of a series of initiatives aimed at getting Chichester back to business and encouraging visitors to the city, we are launching a free trail celebrating the key workers...
Summer in the City
July 2020
Summer in our city, there is nothing quite like it. Chichester's historic streets are peppered with parks and gardens, providing tranquil spaces around every corner. From the manicured flower beds...
The UK’s New Start: Let’s Get Going
July 2020
The UK has left the EU and the transition period following Brexit comes to an end on the 31st December 2020. To help ready the UK for the end of...
Face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets in England
July 2020
The government has announced that face coverings will be mandatory in shops, supermarkets, banks, building societies, post offices and other enclosed spaces from 24 July 2020. It will also be...
Summer Economic Update
July 2020
The Chancellor delivered his Summer Economic Update in Parliament this week (8th July), which outlined a package of measures to support jobs in every part of the country, give businesses...
Kitch Media – Communication via social media remains key after lockdown
July 2020
Social media is a powerful communication tool which allows easy and effective engagement with your customer base. In a time of reduced physical contact, maintaining a connection with your audience...
New city centre app launched
July 2020
We are excited to announce the launch of a new free digital app to promote city centre businesses to visitors and shoppers, in partnership with LoyalFree, a multi-award-winning platform used...
Calling all cafes, pubs and restaurants
June 2020
With lockdown measures easing allowing pubs, restaurants and cafes to reopen from the 4th July, below is some guidance and regulations to help you with your opening plans. Also, remember...
In My View – Callum Woodgate
June 2020
It has always been well-perceived that society can be socially cohesive in times of crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly become a formidable common enemy that has affected us...
Chichester BID launch directory to help support local businesses through coronavirus crisis
June 2020
Last week Chichester BID launched a new business directory to help support the many businesses who have had to close their doors and adapt to the current restrictions put in...
Chichester BID seeks new Chairperson to support the city
June 2020
Current Chair Colin Hicks steps down after four years of supporting city centre businesses The Chichester Business Improvement District (BID) is looking for a new dynamic leader following the announcement...