Monthly Archives: March 2020

Public asked for their views on rail discount scheme

VIEWS are being sought on plans to end a rail discount scheme which has seen a dramatic drop in applications.

The Sussex Student rail discount card, established by East Sussex County Council in partnership with West Sussex and Brighton & Hove councils, offers a 34 per cent discount on rail travel for further education students. Continue reading

Closure of libraries – Statement from East Sussex County Council

FOLLOWING the UK government’s decision to ask public venues including pubs, restaurants, theatres and leisure centres to shut, we have decided to close all East Sussex County Council libraries from Monday, March 23, until further notice.

This means that today (Saturday, March 21) will be the final day when customers will be able to visit our libraries and borrow books or other physical items. Continue reading