WORK towards proposals for a single local authority in East Sussex should continue, councillors have agreed.
The cabinet of East Sussex County Council (ESCC) backed an interim plan drawn up with partners from borough and district councils which suggests that a new local authority on the current boundaries of East Sussex appears a clear option for reorganising local government.
TWO EAST Sussex beaches have been designated voluntary smoke free spaces as smokers are urged to quit the habit on No Smoking Day.
As the national annual awareness day returns this month, the county council is working in partnership with Rother District Council to launch the first smoke free beaches in England.
AN EAST Sussex school has been confirmed as the council’s preferred provider to run the county’s successful outdoor activity service.
Following a robust selection process, the council has announced it is in discussions with Bede’s School to potentially take over the full operation of Buzz Active, across its three sites – Eastbourne Seafront, Bushy Wood in Hailsham, and Cuckmere Haven. Continue reading
OPTIONS for Exceat Bridge are to be reconsidered by council leaders after unavoidable delays and planning requirements sent costs for a new two-lane bridge spiralling.
East Sussex County Council had planned to replace the aged one-lane bridge with a new two-lane bridge to remove the bottleneck, reduce journey times and improve accessibility for visitors to the area.
