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RSPB Events for JUNE 2018

APULDRAM                             Saturday 2 June

Morning Bird Walk on Fishbourne Marshes with Roger Morris of the RSPB Chichester Local Group.  Meet by car park next to Rymans, Map Ref: SU841033 at 10.00 am             01243 262833

 

DUNCTON                               Friday 8 June  

Evening walk to see and hear nightjars/woodcock on Lavington Common with Bob Yarham of the RSPB.  Meet in car park, Map Ref: SU952187 at 8.00 pm

01243 262833

 

SUSSEX WILDLIFE TRUST Events for June 2018

WEST DEAN                             Saturday 2 June

Open Day at West Dean Woods, Sussex Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, from 11.00 am until 4.00 pm.  Regular guided walks.  Learn about wildlife and hazel coppicing.  Parking at West Dean College PO18 0QZ where Land Rovers will take you to the Reserve          

IPING                                       Thursday 21 June

Afternoon Heathland Walk on Iping Common with Michael Blencowe of the Sussex Wildlife Trust.  Meet in Iping Common car park nearest post code GU29 0PB, Map Ref: SU851220,    from 2.00 pm until 4.00 pm.  Donations to the Trust appreciated               07827 830891

It’s three years since the last National Rural Crime Survey revealed the huge cost of crime to rural communities – both financial and in terms of public confidence and fear of crime.

The National Rural Crime Network produced a series of recommendations and, in many areas – including Sussex – the police took steps to improve matters.

Now it’s time to find out what’s changed.

Do you think rural crime has gone up or down in Sussex? Do you feel safer? What’s your view of the police in your community?

This year’s survey went live on April 17, and I urge anyone who lives, works or visits our rural communities to respond and have their voice heard.

In late 2017, Sussex Police appointed Temporary Superintendent Emma Brice and Sergeant Tom Carter as dedicated leads for rural crime, to address the vulnerabilities and crime types which are specific to rural areas.

We know that there are certain types of crime and areas of vulnerability which impact rural communities and businesses differently from those in urban areas.

Alongside other measures, the responses to this survey will help to ensure that Sussex Police meets the needs of our rural communities.

One of the focuses of this year’s survey is whether rural crime continues to be underreported. Three years ago, one in four people who responded to the survey nationally said they didn’t report the last crime they’d been a victim of because they didn’t see the point.

This is uncomfortable thing to hear, for all those involved in protecting rural areas, so it’s important we ask these questions again and find out whether people are more willing to report crime and if they feel safer.

It’s vital that the voice of rural communities is heard by those who can make a difference – from the Police to Government. Please have your say and help us build a clear picture of crime in rural Sussex and to understand the impact it has where you live or work.

The survey is available now at www.nationalruralcrimenetwork.net/survey and is open for submissions until Sunday 10 June.

Best wishes

Katy Bourne

Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner

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RSPB Events

SELSEY                                                  Saturday 5 May

Early Morning Sea Watch with Chris Furlepa of the RSPB Chichester Local Group.  Meet in car park at end of B2145 into Selsey at 7.30 am.                   078581 722040

 

CHICHESTER                                       Thursday 25 May

Short AGM followed by an Illustrated Talk by John Oliver on Pulborough Brooks in Flight to the RSPB Chichester Local Group at The Pallant Suite, Masonic Hall, South Pallant, Chichester at 7.30 pm.

Entrance members £2-50/visitors £5-00                 01243 262833               wheelchair access

 

EARNLEY                                              Saturday 26 May

Morning Bird Walk on west side of Medmerry with Kerry Jackson of the Chichester Local Group from 9.30 am.  Meet at end of Clappers Lane, Grid Ref: SZ817968 at 9.30 am                  01243 262833

 

SUSSEX WILDLIFE TRUST Events for MAY 2018

 

 

ARUNDEL                                                            Monday 14 May

Walk on The Dover with David Hart of the Sussex Wildlife Trust looking for birds and spring flowers.  Meet at end of lane BN18 9PX, Grid Ref: SU061064 from 10.00 am – 2.00 pm.  Bring drink and packed lunch.  Donations to the Trust appreciated.  Dogs on leads are welcome.                            01243 262833

I can confirm that Earnley Parish Council has submitted its comments on the proposed suggestions for improvments to the A27 .   The deadline is fast approaching please make sure you submit your comments by 19th March. 

For your information this is Earnley’s Response 

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