​A new opportunity for businesses in West Sussex has arrived with the launch of the West Sussex Growth Hub.  The new Growth Hub, which is run by the County Council, offers support and advice to West Sussex businesses, to help ensure their success. 
The West Sussex Growth Hub offers a free, comprehensive business support service, including triage, diagnostics and signposting as well as one-to-one and intensive support options. An experienced team of advisers is ready to help business owners navigate their way to sustainability and growth.
One business owner helped by the West Sussex Growth Hub said, “I recently had the opportunity to meet with a Business Account Manager from the Growth Hub. During our meeting, we delved into critical aspects of our business, including cash flow and our strategic plans for the next 12 months. I highly recommend their services to any business seeking expert advice and strategic support."
West Sussex has a vibrant and diverse economy, with over 36,000 businesses, nearly 90% of whom have fewer than 10 employees.  The West Sussex Growth Hub offers a range of support to businesses of all sizes and sectors in West Sussex, including signposting to local or national programmes, one-to-one support from a Business Account Manager or even intensive support from a Business Mentor.
West Sussex County Council Leader, Cllr Paul Marshall, said: “We are delighted to welcome the Growth Hub team to the council and encourage West Sussex businesses of all sizes to get in touch with the team to discuss their ambitions.
“One of the key priorities in our Council Plan is for a sustainable and prosperous economy, which is key to the future wellbeing of the county, and we are committed to supporting businesses as the engine of our economic growth.”
Businesses in West Sussex can contact the Growth Hub by emailing [email protected] or by visiting the council’s Business West Sussex website

Cyber Safety Presentation
Tuesday 23rd July 7.30pm
North Hall RH14 0SF
CANCELLED

Drop in events for you to view the Traffic Calming proposals for the Parish on
11th June 2024 4 to 8pm North Hall
19th July 2024 4 to 8pm North Hall

See Neighbourhood Plan section of the website at the bottom of the home page.

Plaistow & Ifold and Loxwood Parish Councils are hosting a presentation from Daniel Sykes (CISMP), Cyber Crime Protect and Prepare Officer. Cyber Crime Unit, Surrey and Sussex Police.
 
On Online Safety and Cyber Security. The presentation is packed with advice to empower you to spot online scams. Topics covered include Online Account Security, Phishing Awareness, Digital Footprints as well as an overview of the current threats and resources available. The presentation and questions will last about an hour and may be helpful to you if not now, in the future you never know!  

Speakers now confirmed as 
Councillor Rick Kelsey- Outgoing Chair of the council who will also introduce you to this years Chair;
I Transport Traffic Consultancy - Duncan Speed on the proposed scheme for Loxwood;
Loxwood Church - Reverend James Hanson;
Neighbourhood Plan Update - Councillor Charles Todhunter.

It is also an opportunity for the residents to question the Council and express ideas.
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Refreshments served.

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN STEERING GROUP The Parish Council is setting up a Steering Group to work with the technical advisers as to preferences for design for the Parish with regard to all aspects of development as well as all Policy development following Consultations with residents There is an application form and person specification in the Neighbourhood Plan area of the Loxwood Parish Council website for anyone wishing to become involved with the Neighbourhood Plan project. Please submit your application to the Clerk.
 
 ANNUAL PARISH MEETING is on Friday 17th May 2024 in the main hall North Hall from 7.30pm. The Parish Council hope to be in a position to update you further at this event on the revision to the Neighbourhood Plan as well as our application for further Traffic Calming for the Parish via the Community Highways Scheme.  As always there will be free refreshments for attendees.
 
COUNCIILOR VACANCIES The Parish Council has two vacancies for Councillors and if you are interested come along in the first instance to a meeting of the Council which are always open to the public. The Clerk can also send some information on the role to you and there is a Co- option Policy and Application form on the website.
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Public meetings last year setting out details of housing proposed by Chichester District for the Parish provided Loxwood Parish Council with the evidence they required to know the Parish supported the persevering of a revision to our existing Made Neighbourhood Plan which dates back to 2013 although Made on 14th July 2015. 
The Parish Council has begun this revision by appointing a Consultant Navigus Planning, applying for and obtaining funding for the Consultants initial review and advice and in addition, applying for Technical Support from AECOM to produce both a Design Code and a Housing Needs Assessment for the Parish.
As part of the process of commencing a review the Parish Council also want to set up a Steering Group made up of Councillors and Community members to work on the revision along with our Consultant. 
If you are interested in this role please applying through the attached application form or if you would like further detail as to what the role might be please do contact the Clerk on 07845 642880 [email protected]