Monthly Archives: May 2015

Investment in road network leads to major improvement

RoadworksMAJOR investment in the county’s road network is paying off, with the latest mechanical survey showing signs of significant improvement.

East Sussex County Council carries out an annual survey to identify the level of work needed to bring roads up to scratch. The results, along with those from other local authorities, are then submitted to the Department for Transport. Continue reading

Funding scheme helps East Sussex businesses to grow

Cllr Rupert SimmonsBUSINESSES in East Sussex are being offered help to grow and create new jobs through a county council-backed funding scheme.

East Sussex Invest 4 Business Growth Funding is the latest phase of a programme which has already paid out around £4.5 million in grants and loans, helping 140 businesses and creating almost 600 jobs over the past three years. Continue reading