EXPERIENCE SUSSEX, the official visitor economy development programme for East and West Sussex, has released research that reveals the significant value of tourism for businesses in the region.
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Climate efforts boosted by solar scheme sign-up
The county council’s efforts to tackle climate change have been given a boost after more than 2,500 residents signed up to a solar panel scheme.
As part of ongoing work to cut carbon emissions, East Sussex County Council teamed up with other Sussex authorities to launch Solar Together Sussex, a group buying scheme allowing residents to buy high-quality solar panels and battery storage at a competitive price. Continue reading
Public invited to have their say on cycle route
A PUBLIC consultation has been launched on plans to develop a new cycle route between an existing route and a major development in Bexhill.
Members of the public have until Thursday, December 16, to give their views on preliminary designs for the route which runs between the seafront via Collington station and the Bexhill Enterprise Park in north Bexhill. Continue reading
Former rough sleepers benefit from training
A SCHEME that helps those at risk of homelessness find work and training opportunities is being rolled out following a successful pilot.
Plumpton College recently welcomed a group from the Rough Sleepers Initiative for an eight-week training programme in local parks which included a mixture of activities to support wellbeing, a City and Guilds Level 1 qualification in Horticulture Studies, and work experience alongside land management company Idverde. Continue reading
Views sought on Bexhill improvement scheme
VIEWS are being sought on plans to transform an area of Bexhill to create a more attractive and safer public space.
East Sussex County Council, working with Rother District Council, is carrying out a consultation on improvement options for the London Road area. Continue reading