Chichester and Harbour Independents explained

Country:	the United Kingdom
Chichester and Harbour Independents
Colorcode:	e5e5e4
Leader:	Louise Goldsmith
Leader2 Title:	Treasurer
Leader2 Name:	Cllr Martyn Bell
Ideology:	Localism
Colours:	Grey
Headquarters:	Corner Cottage West Itchenor West Sussex PO20 7BZ
Website:	https://www.chichesterandharbourindependents.org
Seats5 Title:	Chichester District Council

Chichester and Harbour Independents (CHI) is a political party based in Chichester, England. CHI was founded in 2021 and currently holds two seats on Chichester District Council. Both councillors were elected as Conservatives at the last district election but resigned to sit as independents on 28 September 2020.^[1] The Leader of CHI is Louise Goldsmith, a former Conservative leader of West Sussex County Council who stood down from the council at the last county election.^[2]

CHI was launched in October 2021. The party describes itself as an "independent voice" for residents of Chichester and the harbour villages.^[3]

Political positions

The party has outlined eight political positions on which it stands:^[4]

• A halt on new housebuilding in the area.
• Ensuring voices in the community are heard through greater engagement.
• Improvements to the environment.
• Careful management of taxpayers money.
• Protection of our rich local heritage.
• Effective adequate sewage and drainage systems.
• A permanent solution to the chaos on the A27.
• Better road, walking and cycle infrastructure.

Election results

West Sussex County Council

External links

• Official website
• Registration with the Electoral Commission

Notes and References

1. News: Two Chichester councillors quit the Conservatives. Karen Dunn. 28 September 2020. Sussex Express.
2. News: Former council leader calls for 'radical overhaul' – as she announces she won't stand for re-election. Bex Bastable. 13 April 2021. Sussex Express.
3. News: New political party promises an 'independent voice' for Chichester and its harbour. 6 October 2021. Joshua Powling. Sussex Express.
4. Web site: Homepage. 12 October 2022. Chichester and Harbour Independents.