Brightling Parish Council has raised the question of chlorine-smelling water with South East Water, and received the following reply. Chlorine in the Water Supply Chlorine is essential for disinfecting the water supply and ensuring it remains safe from harmful bacteria as it travels from our treatment works to customers’ taps. While we have not made… Read more

An announcement from Rother District Council [19 June 2026] Temporary Change to Waste Collection Times During Hot Weather Due to the current Amber heat warning, waste collections in Rother will start earlier than usual from 22 June, beginning at 6:30am. This change is to help protect crews working in high temperatures. Residents are asked to… Read more

An announcement from Rother District Council Simpler recycling Recycling in Rother is getting simpler. Food and drink cartons can now go straight into your green recycling bin, including Tetra Pak-style cartons used for milk, fruit juice, soup, plant-based drinks and other pantry staples. Please empty cartons before recycling them, as this helps make sure they… Read more