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A proposal to reopen Madeira Drive to one-way traffic, with a two-way protected cycle lane, more space for pedestrians and an increase in parking bays for blue badge holders will be considered by councillors next week.

Councillor Pete West will stand down from the Environment, Transport and Sustainability (ETS) committee. Councillor Amy Heley has been put forward to take on the chair.

This weekend a Black Lives Matter march is taking place in the city. We support the call by organisers for a peaceful and safe demonstration this weekend and thank the thousands of people who protested safely last time and demonstrated our city’s values.

We’re celebrating the opening of phases 1 & 2 of the Valley Gardens project with some spectacular footage of the city’s newest open space.

We’ve asked the funfair on The Level to close on advice from the city’s Public Health team.

Nationally there is high demand for coronavirus tests. Please only request a test if you have covid symptoms and please book a test in advance.

From Friday, Jewish communities will be marking the High Holy Days. Have a look at the latest guidance to help you celebrate safely.

A new cafe has opened in Saunders Park. Run by Max Calesini, Laz' in the Park has an outside seating area and serves coffee, snacks, ice cream and home-made food, including vegan and gluten free options.

If you haven’t seen your neighbour in a while, or they live alone, please find a way to say hello and see if they need any help, advice, or even a chat.

Keep up to date about the current rate of confirmed cases in Brighton & Hove and how to help prevent the spread of the virus.