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Devolution and mayoral election plans move forward

LEADERS have welcomed approval of their plans to collaborate in a single strategic authority for Sussex with a directly elected mayor.

The government has agreed to move forward with a Mayoral Combined County Authority (MCCA) and confirmed the first mayoral election will take place in May 2026.

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This entry was posted in Featured, General, Governance Services on July 17, 2025 by karenb.

Town theatre to reopen by Christmas

Cllr Bill BentleyTHE curtain will rise again at an Eastbourne theatre with its new operator promising to provide opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Redwood Performing Arts Trust will reopen the former Underground Theatre before Christmas after striking a deal with East Sussex County Council. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Libraries on October 2, 2019 by karenb.

Decision due on changes to early help support

Boat on beachPLANS to change the way support is offered to families and young people will be presented to council leaders on Monday, October 7 2019.

The Early Help Strategy sets out how East Sussex County Council will spend £4.4 million on early help services and safeguard support for the most vulnerable children and families. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services on September 27, 2019 by karenb.

Council’s ‘climate action’ switch to green electricity

Wind turbinesSTREET lights and council buildings in East Sussex will be powered by 100 per cent renewable electricity from next year.

The decision to switch to a new environmentally-friendly contract was taken as millions around the world took to the streets on the first day of a week-long climate change protest. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Business, Transport and Environment on September 20, 2019 by karenb.

Ceremonies venue in the spotlight at Hastings event

Ceremony room at Hastings Town HallPEOPLE planning a wedding, civil partnership or other ceremony can get a helping hand in preparing for their big day at an event in Hastings.

Following a successful event last year, Ceremonies in East Sussex is throwing open its doors again for the second Wedding Fair and Ceremonies Open Day at Hastings Town Hall. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Registration Service on September 19, 2019 by karenb.

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