THE PUBLIC is being urged to take a stand against exploitation by calling out modern slavery.

With reports of individuals in East Sussex being exploited and abused increasing, East Sussex County Council is urging people to look out of the signs and join the fight. Continue reading →

CARERS across East Sussex can find all the support, advice and information they need in one place thanks to a new agreement.

Care for the Carers has been chosen to continue providing a Carers Centre after East Sussex County Council and the local NHS recommissioned services. Continue reading →

SUBSIDISED meals in the community could be kept for some residents – under proposals to be considered by a senior councillor.

Earlier in the summer, East Sussex County Council consulted on proposals to remove the meals in the community subsidy completely and change the way working adults are supported, as part of a plan to make almost £1 million of savings from adult social care. Continue reading →

A VARIED programme of activities is in store as a two-month long celebration of the role of older people returns to East Sussex.

East Sussex County Council and East Sussex Seniors’ Association have unveiled the 12th annual Older People’s Day programme, with more than 50 events taking place across the county. Continue reading →