News releases
Cllr Andy Woolley, leader of East Sussex County Council said: “A pause in the process announced by the Government today is surprising but is very good news especially for people in East Saltdean, Peacehaven and Telscombe who overwhelmingly said they wanted to remain in East Sussex. “This will now be the case until further notice. “It’s also welcome news for all residents of East Sussex who are...
Karen Bowles Monday, 7 September 2026
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EAST Sussex leaders have called on ministers to urgently reconsider plans to move about 26,000 residents into an expanded Brighton & Hove. Whilst most of East Sussex will stay together allowing strong partnerships to continue, the Government has announced that the reorganisation of local government will see Peacehaven, Telscombe, East Saltdean move to the city’s authority from 2028, despite...
Karen Bowles Thursday, 16 July 2026
ADULTS in East Sussex can access more free, flexible training courses following a government funding boost for Skills Bootcamps. East Sussex County Council has secured £1.5 million in funding from the Department for Work and Pensions to deliver the latest wave of Skills Bootcamps, supporting residents to gain skills that are in demand across the local economy. The programme offers courses of...
Rebecca Durrant Thursday, 9 July 2026
A MAJOR milestone in the development of a new school for secondary age SEND students in Crowborough has been celebrated with the completion of the roof at Acre Wood Academy. Children and their families were joined by representatives from East Sussex County Council and London South East Academies Trust (LSEAT) at a special event on Wednesday, July 8, where construction specialists Willmott Dixon...
Karen Bowles Wednesday, 8 July 2026
WORK to improve the condition of 22 roads across the county and keep them safer for longer will begin later this month. The annual surface dressing programme is due to begin towards the end July with 34 miles of road being improved during July and August. Surface dressing is carried out on roads that are in a reasonably good condition and structurally sound to protect the carriageway from water...
Karen Bowles Tuesday, 7 July 2026
CHILDREN in East Sussex will have the chance to discover new books as part of an annual reading initiative supported by local libraries. Youngsters aged four to 11 will be set the challenge to read six books during July and August as part of The Reading Agency’s Summer Reading Challenge. The theme: ‘Read to the Beat’ is backed by Universal Music Group UK and aims to inspire children to explo...
Rebecca Durrant Friday, 3 July 2026
A FUNDING programme has helped boost businesses across Newhaven and create 25 new jobs. The Newhaven Business Grants Programme offered small and medium-sized businesses grants of up to £15,000 towards projects that would help them grow, innovate and improve productivity. Funded by UK Government with Local Regeneration Funding secured by Lewes District Council and delivered in partnership by Eas...
Karen Bowles Thursday, 25 June 2026
THE Armed Forces flag is flying at County Hall in recognition of the commitment and dedication show by veterans, cadets, serving troops, and their families. The flag has been flying for Armed Forces Week and will mark Armed Forces Day on Saturday, June 27, recognising the contribution made by the whole armed forces community. Cllr Victoria Carson, East Sussex County Council’s vice chairman and...
Karen Bowles Thursday, 25 June 2026
A REPORT that will guide the council’s priorities and help councillors develop new ideas will be presented to Cabinet next week. The annual State of the County report and the accompanying report looking back at 2025/26, will give the new Cabinet the opportunity to review in detail the current position of the county council. The report will also explore the needs of residents, the policy context...
Karen Bowles Monday, 22 June 2026
PRIMARY school pupils from across the county have named their winner in the annual East Sussex Children’s Book Award which took place last week. The Whisperwicks: The Labyrinth of Lost and Found by Jordan Lees was revealed as this year’s winner at an awards ceremony held at Uckfield Civic Centre attended by 200 pupils from 11 primary schools. The book is the first in the author’s global best...
Rebecca Durrant Thursday, 18 June 2026
MORE than 60 people in East Sussex facing barriers to work were able to find employment in the first year of a multi-million pound work support programme overseen and managed by East Sussex County Council. Connect to Work is a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) funded programme which was launched in June 2025 as part of a Government drive to support people with disabilities, long term healt...
Karen Bowles Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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