FASTER rail links between East Sussex and London have taken a step closer after receiving the backing of a senior Government minister.
Speaking during a visit to the county, transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin announced Network Rail would launch a formal feasibility study into electrifying the Hastings to Ashford line. Continue reading
BUSINESSES will be offered the chance to make themselves more ‘green’ and reduce energy and travel costs at an event in East Sussex.
The business energy event is being co-ordinated by sustainable transport charity Sustrans in partnership with East Sussex County Council, Eastbourne Borough Council and community engagement company Communities Matter. Continue reading
BUSINESSES in East Sussex are being encouraged to apply for up to £250,000 in grants and loans and avoid missing out on the chance to grow.
A total of £1million has already been agreed for the first 12 companies to benefit from this scheme which encourages growth and the creation of jobs. Continue reading
WORK to bring superfast broadband to East Sussex is well ahead of schedule despite the recent torrential downpours and flooding.
The first areas due to become fibre enabled as part of the huge programme of engineering include Burwash, Etchingham, Hadlow Down, Heathfield, Horam, Mayfield, Robertsbridge and Rotherfield. Continue reading
