Category Archives: Transport and Environment

County highways team offers unmissable opportunities

Cllr Rupert SimmonsYOUNG people looking for a step onto the career ladder are being offered the unique chance to work with East Sussex Highways.

Costain/CH2M, East Sussex County Council’s new highways contractor, has pledged to hire apprentices every year of its seven year contract and has announced its first ten opportunities. Continue reading

Parking charges to remain in place for flagship airshow

Parking_signACTION against inconsiderate motorists will make it easier for visitors to Eastbourne’s popular Airbourne event to find a parking space.

In previous years, East Sussex County Council has suspended parking regulations along the seafront but this has resulted in complaints about camper vans parking overnight and blocking multiple spaces. Continue reading

Addressing skills gap is top priority for association’s new president

Rupert ClubbSTRENGTHENING the workforce by investing in training is top of the agenda for a county council director as he steps up to lead a local authority association.

Rupert Clubb has been named president of ADEPT, the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport, which represents public sector interests by advising and responding to Government on policy and issues. Continue reading