Committee update                                                 (08/10/2024)

October update!
Goring Residents' Association (GRA) continues and with a New Committee!
Exciting news from the Goring Residents’ Association (GRA) – we now have a new committee!
Over the past 5 months, there was some uncertainty about the future of the GRA, and we were facing the real possibility of disbanding. Thanks to the hard work of some people who share a vision for Goring, we now have a full committee ready to lead the way!
We’re pleased to announce that at the Annual General Meeting on September 12th 2024, a new committee of 14 members was nominated and elected. This means the GRA is more sustainable and we’ll continue our mission to protect Goring’s green spaces and to foster community spirit among the residents of Goring.
Meet the New Committee!
We’ve assembled a group of people who are passionate about Goring, who are excited to steer the GRA into a new chapter. Here’s the team:
• Chair: Jan Alexander
• Secretary: Barry Gore
• Treasurer: Chris Nevell
• Social Secretary: David Wynn Davies
• Membership Secretaries: Angie Bacon & Julie Slawson
• Web Manager: Karina Sevillano
We would also like to introduce the other members of our committee:
• Colin Mckail & Alan Young – supporting Karina with the website.
• Andrew Alexander & Chris Nevell (treasurer) – supporting Angie and Julie with membership
• Russell Packham, Gemma Shaw, Jenny French, and Sarah Parker – who will play an active part in shaping the future of the GRA.
We intend to work more collaboratively, sharing responsibilities across the committee to help lighten the load and keep things running smoothly.
Join Us!
During Spring 25, we will be reaching out to renew existing memberships. Current members will retain their membership until then. New members are very welcome to join us now, and will not need to pay any subscription until next Spring. Please fill in the application form under the “become a member” tab on the website. It would be great to get as many Goring residents as possible involved – whether you’re new to the area or have lived here for years.
 It is our hope that our dedicated team of road wardens will continue to work with us. They’ve done an incredible job keeping the community connected. Together, we can build a stronger network and make an even bigger impact.
Stay tuned for updates on our website and Facebook page – we’re working hard to get everything up to date with the latest news.
What’s Next?
The new committee are busy looking at a number of new initiatives to modernise the association, such as improving our digital presence and boosting member engagement. We want to make Goring a vibrant, connected community, and we’d love for you to be a part of it!
Got ideas? We want to hear them! Whether you’re a new member or have been with us for years, your input is valuable.
Thank you so much for your continued support and enthusiasm. We’re excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to welcome new faces to the GRA!
Best wishes,
The GRA Website Management Committee



Some of the new committee members

Chris, David, Barry, Andrew, Jan, Gemma, Sarah, Russell and Alan

Goring Gap Ltd                                                      (30/03/2024)

On Wednesday 27^th March, our Chair, Jeremy, attended the Council’s licensing committee hearing to consider the application for an alcohol licence by Goring Gap Ltd related to its plans for the parcel of land at Amberley Drive/ Marine Drive. Following mediation ahead of the meeting between Sussex Police and the applicant, Sussex police withdrew their objections. 

At the 6-hour meeting, those who had made valid representations were able to speak about their concerns regarding this license application. The speakers included Sir Peter Bottomley, Councillors Claire Hunt and Kevin Jenkins and Jeremy. The applicant was also able to make his representations and question the representors. During the meeting the applicant offered to reduce the hours of alcohol sales from 0800 to 2300 down to 1200 to 2000. He also limited the time that the license would be active to five months of the year (May to September inclusive) and agreed that there would be no off-sales of alcohol. The meeting ended at 15:30.

The committee have now sent us a Decision Notice which states: "The Sub-Committee considered all the written & oral representations and heard statements from the applicant and representors. It resolved that the application for a premises licence be refused."

The applicant now has 21 days in which he can appeal the decision should he wish to.

The GRA committee would like to thank those residents who made representations in relation to this license application. It was clear at the hearing that the Licensing Commission value the representations from local people.

Jeremy intends to follow developments regarding this parcel of land and will keep you informed via the Forum and website.

Local Walking and Cycling                                    (03/10/2021)

Here are some updated Adur and Worthing Walking and Infrastructure plans & strategy:

• Adur & Worthing Local Walking & Infrastructure Plan 
• Worthing Herald Article on Central Funding

Here are some supporting Links for West Sussex County Councils Walking and Cycling plan & strategy:

• West Sussex Walking & Cycling Strategy 2016-2026-1
• West Sussex Walking & Cycling Strategy 2016-2026-2
• Suggested Cycle Routes

Goring Gap Persimmon Homes appeal                (04/10/2024)

The appeal hearing has been completed and we await the Planning Inspector's final judgement.

Worthing Council update - Goring Gap Ltd     (24/04/2024)

Goring Gap Ltd License Application- Appeal. Update from Adur & Worthing Councils.

“Mr Dixon has now confirmed he has lodged an appeal against the Licensing Authority's decision to refuse the Goring Gap premises licence application. To date we have had no correspondents from the courts but they will now be assessing whether the reasons for the appeal can be accepted or not. If the appeal is accepted the court will confirm the acceptance and confirm the grounds for the appeal to the Council together with the preliminary hearing date. The Council will then prepare to defend its decision based on the reasons behind the appeal.

The court hearing is not a public hearing (though there is usually a small public gallery) and there is no ability for councillors or members of the public to make representations. In court the magistrates will have regard to Worthing Borough Council's Statement of Licensing Policy and the Guidance issued under section 182 of the Licensing Act 2003. It will consider the original licensing committee papers, which includes all the representations accepted, the formal decision notice and the minutes from the hearing. The court will hear the arguments from the appellant and the Council's legal team. The court, on hearing the appeal, may review the merits of the decision on the facts and consider points of law or address both. It will be up to the appellant and the Council's legal team whether they call witnesses from the original licensing committee hearing to testify in court in support of their arguments.

The magistrates will consider the evidence and determine whether the decision made by the Licensing Authority (WBC) to refuse the application was correct, appropriate and proportionate. The court will not accept any representations from any other parties. At the hearing the magistrates may decide to:

dismiss the appeal;

substitute for the decision appealed against with any other decision which could have been made by the licensing authority; or

remit the case back to the licensing authority to dispose of it in accordance with the direction of the court.

The appellant is totally within his right to ask for the hearing to be held anywhere in the court's area (which could be anywhere in Sussex/Surrey) but there is no obligation on the court to grant the request, particularly with the pressures the courts are currently under. Licensing Act appeal hearings are taking a significant time to go to court and we can expect a delay of between 6 and 18 months before this will get in front of the magistrates for the preliminary hearing which will decide when & where the full hearing will then take place.”

Public Health & Regulation

Adur & Worthing Councils

April 2024

Household waste recycling centre                       (04/10/2024)

Autumn/Winter opening hours (1 October - 31 March)

Centre opening hours:

• Monday - 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Tuesday - 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Wednesday - 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Thursday - Closed
• Friday - 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Saturday - 9.00am to 4.00pm
• Sunday - 9.00am to 4.00pm

Online pre-booking is still in place

Battery recycling                                                (26/02/2024)

Adur And Worthing Council  are now able to recycle household batteries as part of their kerbside WEEE collection service - saving you a trip to the supermarket or tip to dispose of them.

Due to their size, batteries must be left out for collection in a plastic bag to prevent them from falling onto the road once they have been collected and put into the metal cages attached to the waste and recycling trucks.

Please ensure that you do not dispose of batteries in your regular waste bin as they can easily cause fires.

Many broken small electronic items can be collected and recycled as part of the WEEE service, including toasters, hairdryers and remote controls. Last month they started collecting disposable and reusable vapes - which should also be placed in a bag due to their small size.

To see what can and can’t be recycled, visit: https://www.adur-worthing.gov.uk/.../what-you-can-recycle/.

Local public notice portal                                    (02/01/2024)

Details of local public notices, including planning applications and  planned changes in road layout, closures and diversions, can now be found on a new portal created by the local news media sector.

https://publicnoticeportal.uk

WSCC Think before you throw                      (05/08/2023)

For further information and guidance on recycling household waste, WSCC have produced further guidance, on their website:

Think Before You Throw - West Sussex County Council

West Sussex County Council - recycling          (15/07/2023)

Let’s SCRAP Fly Tipping!

Reduce your plastic waste with Plastic Free July

The West Sussex Waste Partnership - formed of the County Council and all the district and borough councils in West Sussex – has partnered with the Police and Crime Commissioner, Sussex Police, the Environment Agency, and others, in order to highlight and reduce the problems that fly tipping causes. The partners are also helping residents and businesses to avoid unknowingly contributing to fly tipping within West Sussex.

One example of how the partners are working together is through trialling joint operations across various locations in West Sussex. With the intention to both deter and disrupt fly tippers and avoid other waste crimes, officers from a range of partners have been stopping vehicles that may be carrying waste, checking compliance, and interviewing drivers. Various vehicles have been seized, and drivers fined, for a range of offences. Due to the success of the trial operations all partners have committed to extending the operations, on a rolling programme through West Sussex.

Businesses that carry waste can apply for a waste carrier license online. Residents should remain vigilant and continue to follow the SCRAP code:

• Suspect waste carriers
• Check they are licensed
• Refuse unexpected offers to dispose of waste
• Ask how the carrier will dispose of the waste
• Obtain Paperwork

More information on duty of care and correct disposal of household waste can be found on our website.

Here at West Sussex Recycles we’re supporting Plastic Free July and we’re asking residents to join us. Last year, over 80 tonnes of plastic was recycled in West Sussex (that’s the weight of a space shuttle!). Whilst recycling your plastic is great, this Plastic Free July, why not try and reduce this where possible. Choose to refuse and pledge to make swaps that will help to reduce your plastic waste. These swaps can be as easy as using reusable shopping bags or using a reusable container to store leftovers. Or, if you have young children in nappies, why not try switching to reusable nappies. Our team have been busy exploring alternatives to plastic, you can find out more about the swap’s we’re making this July by visiting our website.

Learn to Think Before you Throw and visit our updated website

Curious about how recycling works in West Sussex? Find out how you can Think Before You Throw and keep an eye on our social media pages for information on the West Sussex Waste Partnership, what can and can’t be recycled and how to reduce your waste even more. As part of our new campaign were updating our website so it has a new and improved look. Why not head over to our website and check it out?

Updated guidance on the disposal of single use vapes

Due to the lithium batteries contained in disposable vapes, it is important they are not disposed of in your general waste and recycling bins. This is because mixing these batteries with other waste streams is a fire hazard and can cause fires in collection vehicles and our waste plants.

Previously, we advised that vapes could be disposed of at our Recycling Centres in the small electricals’ container. We have since introduced separate containers for the disposal of vapes, these will be introduced to all of our Recycling Centres within the next week and all residents will be asked to leave their disposable vapes in a collection tray and from there they will be safely collected by site staff and processed for recycling.

Alternatively, all of the District and Borough councils in West Sussex offer kerbside small electrical collections.

For more information on these collections visit your local authority’s webpage:

Adur and Worthing Councils

Neighbourhood Alerts                                          (05/12/2021)

Would you be interested in joining the Neighbourhood Alert scheme which is being supported by Sussex Police.

Hannah Whitby

Police Community Support Officer 35796

Goring Ward Officer
Adur, Worthing & Horsham Prevention Team

Chatsworth Road Police Station
Worthing

BN11 1LY
Telephone: 101 Ext: 581737 or 07712695788

and her colleges are going to be posting out Street Briefing/Surgery dates on there, as well as any key information specific to the Goring area.

You can register to receive information based on your Address from the following Information Providers:

• Fire & Rescue Service 
• Get Safe Online
• Local Authority 
• Trading Standards 
• Mayoral Combined Authority
• Neighbourhood Watch 
• Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner
• SGN (Gas Emergency Service) 
• The Police 
• Action Fraud (NFIB) 

and join many different Community Interest Groups.

Old Ariel Photos of Goring-by Sea                     (22/12/2021)