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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County council names appear in King’s Birthday Honours
THE work and dedication of the council leader and a member of county council staff has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours announced today.
Cllr Glazier, leader of East Sussex County Council has been made an OBE for his years of dedication to public service. Continue reading
Ministerial visit marks launch of work support programme
A PROGRAMME that will offer tailored support to help more than 2,900 East Sussex residents access employment has launched with a ministerial visit.
The Minister of State for Employment, Alison McGovern, visited Newhaven today to mark the official launch of East Sussex’s new Connect to Work programme, part of the Government’s ‘Get Britain Working’ strategy. Continue reading
Pool re-opening ensures East Sussex continues to make a splash
THE FUTURE of three public swimming pools has been secured in recent months, ensuring access to community swimming continues across East Sussex.
For the last couple of years East Sussex County Council has been working with Lewes and Wealden District Councils as well as Rye Town Council to safeguard the future of local swimming facilities in Ringmer, Uckfield and Rye.
Pupils pick winning book
CHILDREN from across the county have voted for their favourite read as the winner of the annual East Sussex Children’s Book Award has been announced.
Hercules: The Diary of a (Sort Of) Hero by Tom Vaughan was revealed as this year’s winner at a special awards ceremony held earlier this week at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill.