Gatwick Airport has launched a lanyard for passengers with hidden disabilities, who may require additional support when travelling through the airport.

The lanyard is entirely voluntary for passengers with hidden disabilities and will act as a discreet sign for staff that additional help may be required, such as needing more time to process information.

The lanyard was launched last week as part of Dementia Awareness week and is supported by leading charities such as the Alzheimer’s Society and the National Autistic Society.

The lanyards are free of charge and are available from Gatwick’s assistance desks.

West Sussex County Council flew the rainbow flag yesterday to show support for the International Day against homophobia, biphobia and Transphobia.

The Flags which flew outside the council buildings demonstrated the Council’s support for LGBT communities, while serving as a signs of the Council’s dedication to getting rid of all forms of discrimination.

The worldwide event was launched in 2005 to stop discrimination, harassment and bullying.

The County Council has flown the rainbow flag on this day for the last five years.

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council have submitted a planning application plans for a new multiplex cinema, restaurants and shops in Redhill town centre

Plans for the multi-million pound complex include a six-screen cinema and up to eleven shops and family-style restaurants on the ground and first floors.

The scheme will also include basement parking for residents and a new pedestrian route connecting the High Street to Marketfield Way.

The development will replace the Council’s Marketfield Road car park plus twelve shops with offices above in the High Street, opposite the main entrance to the Belfry Shopping Centre.

Crawley Borough Council is working to improve the play area at Lutyens Close in Bewbush.

The scheme will be an opportunity to include new facilities and improve the quality of play for children in the area.

Council officers will be at the play area on the 7 June from 4.30-6.30pm to answer any questions and find out which design residents prefer.

Plans of all options will be available at this event.