Supporting our rural and coastal communities

Gillian works to support rural communities and businesses. Gillian represents a large part of the South Downs National Park and coastline from Chichester Harbour AONB to the Pagham Nature reserve that includes the Port of Selsey.

Gillian works closely with Government bodies such as the Environment Agency, Natural England, The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations (NFFO) and DEFRA as well as local groups, agencies, businesses and individuals to protect and enhance our rural communities across the Chichester constituency.

Keep up to date with her work here.

News

MP urges local farmers and growers to register for free workplace testing

Gillian is backing the Government’s call to employers of seasonal agricultural workers to help keep the nation safe and restrict the spread of Covid-19 by registering for free workplace testing. This follows the introduction of a new bespoke testing regime for international arrivals this weekend, w

Beach management plan will protect coastal homes in Chichester District

Leading Chichester District councillors have agreed to apply for grant funding which will be spent on protecting coastal homes as part of the council’s Beach Management Plan. The council will apply to the Environment Agency for £250,000 each year until 2026 as part of the third phase of beach manag

Chichester MP champions the local environment

Chichester MP, Gillian Keegan, recently held a meeting with the new Area Director at the Environment Agency (EA), Mike O'Neill to discuss a range of environmental concerns. The local MP highlighted her concern with water quality in the Chichester Harbour and the two discussed ongoing monitoring, en

Council launches new Food Waste Recycling Service for businesses

Businesses can save money and help the environment, following the launch of a new Business Food Waste Recycling Service by Chichester District Council. The service, which is now available for any business that deals with food in the district and surrounding areas, provides an easy and cost effectiv