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West Sussex County Council Trading Standards has successfully prosecuted the director of Krakow Market store in Crane Street, Chichester, for a number of food and tobacco related offences. The case involves multiple breaches of consumer protection laws, including food safety standards, improper packaging of tobacco products, unauthorised use of trademarks and the sale of illicit tobacco and vape products. Mr Hoshmand Mahmood, director of Krakow Market Ltd, appeared at Worthing Magistrates Court on Wednesday 21 May and was found guilty of all charges. Trading Standards officers conducted inspections between March 2024 and May 2024 and found that a…
West Sussex Trading Standards Officers made an unexpected discovery during a routine journey back from inspections in Littlehampton last month. While travelling along Billingshurst High Street, officers noticed a group of youths exiting a vape and tobacco store carrying what appeared to be nonstandard cigarette packs. Acting on instinct, the officers conducted an impromptu inspection of the premises. The search revealed a stash of illicit cigarettes and tobacco products concealed in a sewage drain at the rear of the business; the same drain connected to the shop’s toilet system. From April to the end of August 2025, Trading…
Home News By Hamish Graham Published: 27 October, 2025 Sussex’s Firle Estate has announced a new 12ha vineyard opportunity for wine producers or partners to produce ‘co-branded’ wine with the historic landowners. Wine consultancy Vinescapes, having conducted analysis of the land, detailed its high suitability for use as a commercial vineyard – perhaps no surprise given Firle’s proximity to leading East Sussex wine producers such as adjacent estate Rathfinny. The unplanted land touts “free draining lime rich loamy soils over chalk”, with the slope facing southeast and east southeast. Agent Knight Frank explained that wine from the fresh venture has…
Now in its 37th year, the awards programme continues to champion outstanding businesses across the region, with this year’s entries described as “exceptional” by organisers. Maarten Hoffmann, managing director of Platinum Media Group and organiser of the event, said: “The standard of entries this year has been exceptional. “The judges were deeply engaged in robust discussions throughout the process – a true testament to the strength and diversity of the region’s businesses. “We continue to be inspired by the innovation, resilience and ambition that define Sussex’s business community. “Being shortlisted is a major achievement in itself, so congratulations to everyone…
Sarah Willingham, Dragon’s Den star, entrepreneur and owner of the i360, will speak at the launch of the Sussex Tourism Alliance at The Grand Hotel in Brighton on Wednesday, November 19. The event will bring together more than 500 business leaders, tourism professionals, and public officials to celebrate the official debut of the Alliance, a collaborative organisation supporting Sussex’s £3 billion tourism and hospitality sector. Ali Kosari, co-founder of the Sussex Tourism Alliance, said: “The launch of the Sussex Tourism Alliance marks a pivotal moment for our region. “Join our event to connect with peers, forge new partnerships, and be…
Thankfully you can sample and buy from many of the county’s finest drinks producers at an event organised by Damian Best from DedBest Distillery and Faye Collyer-Rolls from Devil’s Dyke Distillery. The Sussex Distillers Festival brings together twelve local businesses ranging from spirit makers to local wineries. The event will be held at Platf9rm at Hove Town Hall on Saturday 29 November with two ticketed sessions, noon until 4pm and 6pm through 10pm. Advance tickets are £12.50 per person from www.sussexdistillers.co.uk and include a welcome drink, live music, sampling and tutored tastings. Cocktails, wine and beer are also available to…
Christmas markets are a great place to enjoy festive food and drink, shop for quirky gifts for friends and family and maybe even enjoy some music and rides. Sussex is home to plenty of them, and here are some of the best across the county that you can visit in 2025. 5 of the best Christmas markets in Sussex to visit in 2025 Light Up Shoreham Christmas Market Light Up Shoreham and its accompanying Christmas market returns on Friday, December 12, this year. Previous years have included an array of stalls and local businesses open late, as well as funfair…
The government’s scheme supports local authorities in England to plan and deliver charging infrastructure for residents without off-street parking.A Department for Transport (DfT) spokesperson said: “We’re powering up an EV revolution in the UK and delivering £381m to install over 100,000 chargepoints across the country.”More chargepoints on our streets will make it easier and cheaper to own an electric vehicle, meaning people can charge up cheaply no matter where they live and no matter where they travel.”A report published by public spending watchdog the National Audit Office in December 2024 found the rollout of public EV chargers was “on track”…
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident on Worthing seafront on Sunday, September 14, at 3.28pm. An aerial ladder was used to bring the person to safety. Worthing Borough Council has now confirmed the incident was caused by an electrical failure and the attraction will remain closed while new parts are installed. A spokesman for Worthing Borough Council said: “We would like to thank West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service for their swift response in getting the person to safety. “The operator has been investigating the issue, which is believed to have been caused by a problem with…
18 November 2025 West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service (WSFRS) is urging all residents to take extra care with electrical items this winter after a plug sparked an emergency incident. The incident occurred at a residential property in Crawley when the resident heard a loud bang coming from a plug socket. Upon inspection, they found the plug socket adapter and connected plugs had become blackened, indicating possible overheating. The resident immediately disconnected the adapter from the wall and contacted the emergency services. Fire crews arrived promptly to assess the situation and ensure the property…