Littlehampton Town Council is progressing plans for Progress Point, a proposed new hub in the town centre.

A planning application has now been submitted in relation to the proposed site at 57 High Street, Littlehampton, representing an important milestone in the development of the project.

Progress Point is being developed as a welcoming and accessible space where residents can access information, support, advice, activities and opportunities through a range of local organisations and community partners.

The Council is currently in discussions with community groups and organisations that have already expressed an interest in delivering services and activities from the hub. These conversations will help shape the future programme for the facility and ensure it responds to local needs and priorities. 

The project supports the delivery of the Littlehampton Town Centre Strategy Action Plan, which includes an action to support and advocate for community support facilities within the town centre.

Chair of the Policy and Finance, Councillor Alan Butcher said: "Progress Point represents an exciting opportunity to bring together local services, community activity and support in a central and accessible town centre location. We have been encouraged by the level of interest shown by local organisations, demonstrating the demand for a shared community space in the heart of the town centre. We are already working with community groups and organisations that have expressed an interest in delivering services and activities from the hub, helping us to develop a programme that reflects local needs and aspirations. While there is still work to do before the hub can open, we wanted to update residents on the progress being made and our commitment to creating a welcoming and accessible community resource for Littlehampton."

The Council continues to work through a range of legal, operational and property-related matters associated with the project. While good progress is being made, these arrangements remain ongoing and an opening date has not yet been confirmed.

Further updates will be shared as the project develops.

Residents can find out more about Progress Point on the Council's website: https://www.littlehampton-tc.gov.uk/progress-point