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Budget protecting vital services approved

DETAILS of how £500 million will support vital services for East Sussex residents have been agreed by councillors.

The county council’s 2023/24 budget, which will pay for services including roads, libraries and support for vulnerable adults and children, was approved at a meeting of the Full Council on Tuesday, February 7, along with the authority’s plan for delivering its priorities in the coming year. Continue reading

Refurbishment projects announced for three libraries

LibraryCUSTOMERS will find it even easier to access services as three East Sussex Libraries undergo extensive refurbishment.

Work will take place in Rye, Newhaven and Hollington to improve their layout to enhance customer experience, with children’s areas and study spaces being upgraded and new seating installed so users can browse services in comfort. Continue reading