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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National recognition for ‘inspirational’ social worker
A SOCIAL worker who goes ‘above and beyond’ to help people with mental health issues is in the running for a prestigious national award.
Chrystell Silas, from Hastings, has been shortlisted by judges in the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2018 in the category of Mental Health Social Worker of the Year. Continue reading
Tributes to Cllr Stuart Earl
TRIBUTES have been paid to Cllr Stuart Earl, county council member for Bexhill West, who died in the early hours of this morning (Thursday, October 18) after a period of illness.
Becky Shaw, East Sussex County Council chief executive, said: “Since being elected as member for Bexhill West in 2013, Cllr Earl has been a hard-working and respected member of the council. Continue reading
Survey begins on Exceat Bridge improvement project
LAND surveys that will help develop possible designs for a new bridge at Exceat will begin next week.
The surveys of Exceat Bridge and the surrounding areas will be carried out from Monday, October 15 to Friday, November 2. Continue reading
Build better business skills – become a school governor
THE CAREER-boosting benefits of becoming a school governor are being highlighted in a new recruitment campaign.
East Sussex County Council is hoping its ‘I’m a Governor’ campaign will encourage professional people to consider signing up for the voluntary role in which they can gain useful experience. Continue reading


