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Jess Brown-Fuller
Liberal DemocratsJess Brown-Fuller is the Liberal Democrat MP for Chichester, and has been an MP continually since 4 July 2024. She currently undertakes the role of Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Justice).
MPs voted on the Third Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill — the final Commons vote on whether to pass the assisted dying legislation in its amended form. Passing Third Reading sends the Bill to the House of Lords.
Vote on New Clause 2 to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, debated alongside related amendments including provisions on guidance, devolution, and regulatory consultation. The excerpts focus on New Clause 20, which would require the Secretary of State to issue guidance (consulting chief medical officers and palliative/hospice care providers) and enable Welsh Ministers to issue guidance on devolved health matters.
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Positive coverage
“Sussex Police commissioner responds to MP's petition for Chichester Custody Centre to reopen” — Sussex Express
“MP calls for urgent action to tackle 'car-wrecking' potholes” — The Argus
A safe LD seat, won with 49% of the vote in 2024. Covers Chichester, Bognor Regis and Selsey. Population 108,687, notably older (median age 47 vs 41 nationally). Recorded crime is 39% below the national average.
Chichester veterinary hospital team in the running for a national award
Sussex Express · 9 Apr 2026
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Sign up freeMedian Income▼
£26,900
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Mean Income▼
£39,000
per year (HMRC 2022-23)
Businesses▼
4,665
VAT/PAYE registered (ONS 2024)
Schools▼
44
29 primary, 4 secondary, 11 other
Total Income Tax▼
£353m
from 54,000 taxpayers
Median Tax▼
£2,580
per taxpayer / year
Mean Tax
£6,600
per taxpayer / year
Source: HMRC Survey of Personal Incomes, tax year 2022-23. Allocated by taxpayer residence. Covers income tax only — excludes NI, VAT, and capital gains. Sample-based estimate (~8% confidence interval).
Attainment 8▼
43.0
average score (DfE)
GCSE Pass Rate▼
63.5%
5+ GCSEs 9-4 (DfE)
2 large towns, 4 towns, 14 villages, rural areas — 106,567 total population
Source: ONS Built-Up Areas (Census 2021) + data.police.uk — crime rates are per 1,000 population (last 3 months)
Source: data.police.uk — street-level crime data aggregated from LSOA to constituency
31 councillors across 16 wards · Last elections: May 2023
| Ward | Party | Councillor | Elected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bersted | Liberal Democrats | Gill Yeates | May 2023 |
| Conservative and Unionist Party | Keir Greenway | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Martin Lury | May 2023 | |
| Chichester Central | Liberal Democrats | James Vivian | May 2023 |
| Chichester East | Liberal Democrats | Bill Brisbane | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Rhys Chant | May 2023 | |
| Chichester North | Liberal Democrats | Jonathan Brown | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Maureen Corfield | May 2023 | |
| Chichester South | Green Party of England and Wales | Sarah Sharp | May 2023 |
| Green Party of England and Wales | Tim Young | May 2023 | |
| Chichester West | Liberal Democrats | Clare Apel | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Sarah Quail | May 2023 | |
| Goodwood | Conservative and Unionist Party | Henry Charles Potter | May 2023 |
| Harbour Villages | Liberal Democrats | Adrian Moss | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Richard Bates | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Stephen Johnson | May 2023 | |
| Lavant | Liberal Democrats | Joseph Charlie George William Brookes-Harmer | May 2023 |
| North Mundham Tangmere | Liberal Democrats | Charlie Hastain | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | David Betts | May 2023 | |
| Pagham | Independent Berwick Hills Resident | David Huntley | May 2023 |
| Independent Berwick Hills Resident | June Marie Hamilton | May 2023 | |
| Selsey South | Local Alliance | Steve Boulcott | May 2023 |
| Local Alliance | Tim Johnson | May 2023 | |
| Sidlesham With Selsey North | Local Alliance | Donna Johnson | May 2023 |
| Local Alliance | Val Weller | May 2023 | |
| Southbourne | Liberal Democrats | Oona Hickson | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Tracie Bangert | May 2023 | |
| The Witterings | Conservative and Unionist Party | Elizabeth Angela Booth Hamilton | May 2023 |
| Liberal Democrats | Iain Ballantyne | May 2023 | |
| Liberal Democrats | Mark Chilton | May 2023 | |
| Westbourne | Conservative and Unionist Party | Roy Alan Briscoe | May 2023 |
Source: DCLEAPIL v1.0 by Jason Leman, LEAP (Andrew Teale) & Democracy Club. CC BY-SA 4.0. Data last refreshed: 1 Apr 2026.
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| LD | 25,540 | 49.2% | |
Won 2019 GEWon 2017 GE | Con | 13,368 | 25.7% |
| Ref | 7,859 | 15.1% | |
| Lab | 3,175 | 6.1% | |
| Green | 1,815 | 3.5% | |
| Ind | 190 | 0.4% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2017 GE | Con | 35,402 | 57.8% |
| LD | 13,912 | 22.7% | |
| Lab | 9,069 | 14.8% | |
| Green | 2,527 | 4.1% | |
| Ind | 224 | 0.4% | |
| Ind | 109 | 0.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2019 GE | Con | 36,032 | 60.1% |
| Lab | 13,411 | 22.4% | |
| LD | 6,749 | 11.3% | |
| Green | 1,992 | 3.3% | |
| Ind | 1,650 | 2.8% | |
| Ind | 84 | 0.1% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2010 GE | Con | 32,953 | 57.7% |
| Ind | 8,540 | 14.9% | |
| Lab | 6,933 | 12.1% | |
| LD | 4,865 | 8.5% | |
| Green | 3,742 | 6.5% | |
| Ind | 106 | 0.2% |
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Won 2015 GE | Con | 31,427 | 55.3% |
| LD | 15,550 | 27.4% | |
| Lab | 5,937 | 10.4% | |
| Ind | 3,873 | 6.8% |
Jess Brown-Fuller appeared in 1 national article across 2 topics (7 Apr 2026 – 7 Apr 2026)
Mixed (+0.20)Ranked #120 of 286 MPs mentioned in national coverage
Brown-Fuller acknowledges the problem and offers a constructive criticism that measures are insufficient while proposing community policing and youth services as solutions.
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Arun Veterinary Group's Chichester hospital team has been shortlisted for a national Pet Blood Bank UK award recognizing their support of pet blood donation services. The recognition highlights the vital work the local veterinary practice does in facilitating blood donations that save dogs' lives across the country.
Portsmouth CTC is launching 'Return to Cycling' group rides in Chichester as part of its centenary year, offering confidence-building rides for people returning to cycling after a break. Two rides are scheduled in Chichester in May and June, targeting adults who used to cycle but have lost confidence due to traffic and safety concerns.
West Sussex County Council has approved a 25-year lease for the Southbourne day centre in New Road to Age Concern, enabling the organisation to secure S106 funding for much-needed refurbishment of the buildings. This Community Asset Transfer will allow Age Concern to continue operating the centre and the Men's Shed while undertaking significant repairs.
Two Chichester-based men, Behrad Mohammadi and Kyle O'Brien, have been jailed for a total of 13 years and 9 months for operating a significant Class A drug supply network across West Sussex. Mohammadi, who owned a vape shop in Chichester, concealed his drug trafficking operation through legitimate business fronts, while large quantities of cocaine, cannabis, and nitrous oxide were seized during police warrants.
Angela Tester-Bedford, a 60-year-old from Storrington in the Chichester constituency, has retrained as a nurse at the University of Chichester after a 28-year corporate career, inspired by her mother's death from motor neurone disease. She has secured a community nursing post with Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust and been awarded a place on the Florence Nightingale Foundation's Leadership Programme.
Sussex is planning a packed calendar of garden events and festivals for 2026, including Chichester Cathedral's 30th Festival of Flowers featuring 50,000 blooms. The initiative reflects a broader focus on nature recovery, biodiversity and sustainable landscape care across the county.
Arun District Council planning officers have recommended approval for converting a guest house into an 8-person HMO in Bognor Regis's Marine ward, despite objections from the town council and the council's own economic regeneration team who cite concerns about the area's deprivation, existing HMO concentration, parking issues, and loss of tourist accommodation. The decision reflects tension between housing supply pressures and community character concerns in an area already subject to HMO restrictions.
Southern Rail experienced major disruption across Sussex on April 8 due to multiple technical faults including level crossing barriers and signalling system failures, causing severe delays and service cancellations across the county including the Chichester line.
This article is a routine listing of planning applications submitted to Chichester District Council between April 1-8, 2026, covering residential extensions, conversions, agricultural buildings, and other minor developments across multiple villages and towns within the constituency.
Local magistrates' court results from the Chichester area covering March 27 to April 2, 2026, listing convictions and sentencing for various offences including speeding, drink-driving, theft, and supervision breaches across towns including Chichester, Bognor Regis, and Billingshurst.
Family-owned coffee roastery EDGE Tea & Coffee has opened two new cafés in Chichester—one at Graylingwell Chapel and another at The Chichester Bike Project—following a £150,000 support package from TikTok Shop's local business competition. The expansion demonstrates investment in independent retail and community spaces within the constituency.
Chichester Cathedral's Festival of Flowers 2026 will feature a 'Secret Garden' installation designed by local florist Hannah, who trained at Chichester College and runs her own floristry business. The display, sponsored by her family's Tawny Nurseries, will use sustainable practices and celebrate nature through an immersive garden experience in the Lady Chapel.
A sewage discharge alert in Bognor Regis during dry weather has sparked resident concern, though Southern Water clarifies it was a controlled 'storm release' due to groundwater infiltration, not pollution. The company is investing £55 million in infrastructure upgrades at Lidsey treatment works, and the MP is organizing a public meeting to address community concerns about water quality and sewage pollution.
MP Jess Brown-Fuller visited Christian Youth Enterprises (CYE) in Chichester, touring their facilities and observing outdoor education activities with local students including those from Chidham Primary School. She praised the organisation's work in supporting young people through outdoor activities and building confidence.
St Wilfrid's Hospice in Chichester is hosting a 'fill a bag' fundraising event on April 11 where participants can purchase bags and fill them with donated goods to support the local charity's end-of-life and palliative care services.
The Substantia Group is seeking planning permission from Chichester District Council to build a 50-bedroom spa hotel and 121 holiday lodges at a former golf course in Plaistow, near Billingshurst. The council's planning officers recommend approval, citing economic and tourism benefits, but several local parish councils and environmental groups have raised objections over traffic, rural character, and woodland concerns.
A short film called 'Ripple' addressing knife crime awareness features two young people with Chichester connections—Oscar Couchie from Crawley and Iliria Krasniqi, a Chichester College student. The film, created by former police officer Carol Wilson, aims to educate schools about the dangers of knife carrying through the perspectives of teenagers.
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A three-car crash on the A259 near Colworth forced police to shut the road, causing significant traffic disruption near the Chichester Bypass. The incident created queuing traffic extending to nearby Gladius Way.
An opinion piece about Transition Town Chichester's community initiatives, including gardens, orchards, repair cafés, and cultural events. The article promotes upcoming events and invites local residents to participate in environmental and community activities.
Chichester District Council is launching a public consultation to extend its dog control public spaces protection order (PSPO) to additional areas, including private playgrounds on housing estates and sports pitches, with decisions on some requests like Bosham Quay being deferred due to insufficient evidence. The consultation runs from May 8 to June 5 and will also gauge public opinion on potential restrictions around Chichester Harbour.
A dog walker was pushed into a canal in Chichester by a large bull terrier on 26 February, prompting concerns about dangerous dogs in public spaces. Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses and information about the dog's owner.
Chichester MP Jess Brown-Fuller has launched a petition calling for the reopening of Chichester Custody Centre, arguing that its 2021 closure forces police to transport detainees to distant locations, wasting officer time and reducing local policing presence. The Police and Crime Commissioner disputes this, citing financial constraints and arguing that reopening would not be cost-effective, while pointing to systemic funding issues facing Sussex Police.
A child was assaulted in an Aldi supermarket in Chichester on March 4 after accidentally bumping into a man. Sussex Police released CCTV images on April 7 appealing for the public's help in identifying the suspect.
The Renters' Rights Act, approved in October, introduces major changes to rental regulations including ending no-fault evictions and strengthening tenant protections. Chichester District Council is preparing residents through guidance resources and a landlords' forum event on 28 April to help both tenants and landlords navigate the reforms.
Chichester District Council's planning officers have recommended approval for converting Pinewood House into a 51-room temporary homeless facility, despite over 200 objections from residents citing safety, antisocial behaviour, and proximity to a children's play area concerns. The decision will be made by the planning committee on April 15, with officers arguing the council has a statutory obligation to address the rising homelessness crisis in the district.
Bognor Regis Golf Club unveiled a plaque and installed an accessible defibrillator in memory of junior member Daniel Hoare, who died from sudden cardiac arrest in 2011 at age 18. The club and Daniel's father have raised over £113,600 for the British Heart Foundation over 15 years, with the new defibrillator positioned centrally on the course to provide rapid access in emergencies.
A metal bench designed by local blacksmith Peter Clutterbuck has been installed at the southern end of Chichester's Centurion Way, a 9km walking and cycling path along a disused railway. The bench, created by community group Friends of Centurion Way (FOCW), complements a reinstated Gateway arch and information boards, and is part of broader plans to enhance the route and extend it further north toward Midhurst.
Chichester City Council is hosting a series of Ward Meetings across all five wards in April and May 2026 to discuss reorganisation proposals and progress on the City Plan, allowing residents to share their views on local governance and development priorities.
Angela, a 60-year-old from Storrington, has completed her nursing degree at the University of Chichester and won one of only 20 prestigious places on the Florence Nightingale Foundation's Early Career Nurses Leadership Programme. She will begin work as a community nurse with Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust in September, demonstrating the university's success in supporting mature students and addressing healthcare workforce needs.
A lifestyle feature article about Nyetimber, a village within Chichester district known for its award-winning vineyards and picturesque character. The article highlights the village's wine tourism offerings, property prices, and proximity to beaches, positioning it as an attractive destination for visitors and potential residents.
A literary event is being held in Chichester featuring discussion of 'The Daffodil Days', a novel about Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath. The event takes place at The Assembly Room on North Street.
Chichester Camera Club achieved its best-ever results in PAGB (Photographic Alliance of Great Britain) competitions, winning the GB Cup (Nature) category and placing highly in other divisions with multiple medal-winning entries. The club's success reflects strong local participation in regional photographic competitions.
Willow Skipsey, 16, a Chichester resident and Chichester College student, has been selected for Team GB's World Under-17s Waterski Championships squad in Argentina. The article celebrates her achievement after taking up the sport just three years ago and highlights other young local and regional athletes competing on the international stage.
Chichester College Group has secured £5.5 million in government funding as part of a £42 million South East package to complete major upgrades and repairs across its campuses. The money will be used for essential maintenance including fixing windows, updating heating systems, and general repairs ahead of the next academic year.
This article discusses Bognor Regis, a Sussex coastal town in the Arun district with royal patronage (granted by King George V in 1929), but which was recently ranked as the UK's worst seaside town in a Which? survey. Despite negative reviews, Arun District Council and local community members highlight ongoing regeneration projects and attractions.
A 10-person HMO conversion in Bognor Regis has been recommended for approval despite objections from local economic regeneration teams and town council citing antisocial behaviour concerns and existing overconcentration of shared housing. The Hotham ward has been under restrictions since January 2023 due to HMO-related community issues, but planning officers argue the proposal falls within acceptable thresholds and would survive appeal.
MP Jess Brown-Fuller raised the issue of poor road conditions in Chichester during a Westminster Hall debate, highlighting potholes, poor lighting, and dangerous roundabouts affecting residents and businesses. She cited a local driving instructor facing hundreds of pounds in repair bills and lost income, and committed to pushing the Department for Transport, National Highways, and West Sussex County Council for urgent action.
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