This investigation follows the money, procurement, governance and community-benefit commitments surrounding the proposed community sports hub at Old Barn Way.
The project has been described as costing roughly £3.8 million, including a £2 million Football Foundation contribution and £500,000 from West Sussex County Council pooled business-rates funding.
How did the budget develop? Who selected contractors and operators? What are the long-term operating commitments? What safeguards ensure the promised community access and public benefit are delivered?
An information request was sent on 27 August 2026. WATCH is awaiting records before reaching findings on procurement, delivery or final cost.
Public funding for community sport can produce substantial benefits. The investigation is about whether the documented process, expenditure and eventual delivery match the commitments made.
OPEN CASE — Investigation registered and evidence gathering under way.
REQUEST / REVIEW — Relevant public records, information requests and responses are logged as received.
FINDINGS — No final finding will be presented until the available evidence supports it.
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