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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New Youth Cabinet members take their seats
YOUNG people in East Sussex have taken their seats on a body representing their peers on the issues that affect them.
A total of 21 young people aged between 11 and 18 have been elected or co-opted to serve for one year on the East Sussex Youth Cabinet, each representing their school, college or youth group. Continue reading
Record numbers get taste of the world of work
MORE students than ever have taken part in a scheme which gives them an insight into the world of work.
A total of 500 students from 15 schools visited businesses across East Sussex as part of Open Doors, a project run by East Sussex County Council and supported by Skills East Sussex. Continue reading
Cabinet to consider details of £375 million budget
COUNCIL leaders will meet next week to discuss proposals for service changes and funding across East Sussex next year, in the context of uncertainty and a difficult financial outlook over the next three years.
The proposals, to be considered by Cabinet on Tuesday, January 22, include decisions about spending £375 million on vital services and proposals to make savings of £5.13 million to deliver a balanced budget in 2019/20 and also look ahead to 2020/21 and 2021/22. Continue reading
New-look Crowborough library open for business
AN East Sussex library is welcoming back residents after reopening today (Wednesday, January 2 2019) following a refurbishment project.
The new-look Crowborough Library, at Pine Grove, boasts an expanded children’s area, a newly created space for teens and young adults and comfy reading locations with new furniture. Continue reading