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Support with the cost of living

Nettleton Court and Dudeney Lodge high rise flats

Information on building safety and the future options of the council's large panel system high-rise buildings

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Devolution and local government reorganisation

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Update: Green administration for Brighton & Hove City Council

The Green Group has taken over administration of the council. Councillor Phélim Mac Cafferty is the new leader of the council.

Today is the day to quit smoking

Today is the Day to quit smoking

Smoking remains the biggest killer in Brighton & Hove. We want to encourage all smokers to give quitting a go.

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Volk’s Railway to reopen this Saturday

Brighton & Hove’s historic Volk’s Electric Railway will reopen this weekend. Please read our important visitor information.

Update: Changes to the council administration

The leaders of the three main political groups on the council have issued a joint statement about the nature of the council administration moving forward and how more details will be shared tomorrow.

Alistair Hill, Director of Public Health

Wearing a face covering supports a Covid-secure city

New government rules on wearing face coverings come into effect from 24 July. Brighton & Hove's director of public health says wearing a mask can reduce the spread of Covid-19 and is a simple step to supporting a Covid-secure city.

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Residents urged not to be caught in ‘perfect storm’ of debt

We're advising people who are struggling financially to seek help as soon as possible to get their debt issues resolved.

Free summer activities for our city’s children and young people

Free summer activities for our city’s children and young people

Despite the Coronavirus restrictions, there are still lots of really fun activities on offer to children and young people of all ages this summer.

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Elm Disease at Woodvale cemetery

Work will begin this weekend to clear infected trees following the discovery of Elm disease on the grounds of Woodvale Cemetery.

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Re-opening leisure centres and indoor swimming pools

Leisure centres will open on a phased basis. Withdean Sports Complex will be the first to re-open on 27 July.

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Brexit

Leaving the EU will mean a number of changes that will affect businesses and individual citizens. Learn more about how you or your business should prepare.