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Measles death sparks call for vaccinations

HEALTH bosses in East Sussex are urging parents and carers to check that their children are up to date with vaccinations against measles amid a surge of cases across the country.

Figures from the UK Health Security Agency show more than 520 confirmed cases of measles in England since the beginning of the year, including one which claimed the life of child in Liverpool. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Featured, Public Health on August 5, 2025 by karenb.

Rainbow flag flies above County Hall for Pride

THE rainbow flag is flying above County Hall in Lewes to mark this year’s Pride celebrations.

The flag is raised every year to support for events in Eastbourne, Hastings and Brighton which, between them, attract hundreds of thousands of visitors. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Governance Services on July 23, 2019 by karenb.

Windfall for Bexhill projects to promote sustainable travel

Cllr Rupert SimmonsPROJECTS to encourage people in Bexhill to travel on foot, by bike or on public transport have been given a cash boost.

Half a million pounds has been awarded for two schemes which will see improvements to junctions, pavements and bus stops, as well as the creation of a cycle hub at the town’s railway station. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Economy, Transport and Environment on July 16, 2019 by karenb.

Enjoy stunning coastal views safely, visitors warned

VISITORS to East Sussex’s spectacular white cliffs are being urged to stay safe this summer.

Each year thousands of tonnes of chalk fall from the cliffs, which stretch from the edge of Eastbourne, past Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Seaford Head. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Transport and Environment on July 12, 2019 by karenb.

Residents warned to be on their guard against new scams

TRADING Standards officers are stepping up the fight against fraudsters after uncovering new scams across East Sussex.

The new cons came to light during Scams Awareness 2019 when officers spoke to residents at events across the county. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Trading Standards on July 12, 2019 by karenb.

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