Category Archives: Economy

High Speed Ahead?

Cllr Rupert SimmonsThe economic benefits of a high speed link between London, Hastings and Bexhill were unveiled this morning at the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill.

East Sussex County Council, Hastings Borough Council, and Rother District Council commissioned a report from specialists Mott McDonald to develop the strategic economic case for extending the high speed ‘Javelin’ services from London St Pancras to Hastings and Bexhill. Continue reading

Event helps young people decide on apprenticeships

Cllr Rupert SimmonsYOUNG people wanting to get on the first rung of the career ladder are being given the chance to find out if apprenticeships with East Sussex County Council are right for them.

The authority is offering up to 25 young people aged 16 and over a place on its three day work readiness programme which runs from Monday, October 19. Continue reading