Category Archives: Governance Services

New project brings WW1 into the classroom

First World War website - Willingdon Ratton Scout Troup, pictured in 1916, were enlisted to gather conkers (Pic - Rosalind Hodges)A WEBSITE which commemorates East Sussex’s role in the First World War has launched new educational resources aimed at bringing the war and its repercussions into the classroom.

Some of the stories on East Sussex County Council’s First World War website have been specially adapted for use by teachers looking to deliver lessons on the war and students studying the period. 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

Three southern counties bid for new powers

40-Keith-Glazier.jpgA bid to boost productivity and economic growth in three of England’s strongest performing counties was today submitted to Government.

The partners in the Three Southern Counties (3SC), (East Sussex, Surrey and West Sussex) aim to take greater control over their road and rail network, provide confidence in housing delivery, pioneer new digital technology and launch University Enterprise Zones to support high-tech businesses. Continue reading