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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Views sought on plans to boost special needs provision
PLANS to increase support for children with special educational needs at schools in Peacehaven and Hailsham are out for public consultation.
Following an extensive review of facilities across East Sussex, the county council has identified areas where provision needs to be expanded. Continue reading
Kids get creative to urge responsible parking
CHILDREN from Hastings employed their artistic flair to raise awareness of parking issues outside schools.
Youngsters from four schools in the town produced pictures of their classmates which have been used on banners urging parents to park responsibly when they drop off and pick up their children. Continue reading
Health watchdog praises hospital trust for care improvements
MEMBERS of a health watchdog have praised the efforts of a hospital trust to pull themselves out of special measures.
The Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee (HOSC), which has been closely monitoring the progress, considered reports by East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT) at its meeting on Thursday (June 28). Continue reading
Funding boost for career support projects
PROJECTS helping young people prepare for the world of work in and around Hastings have been given a £70,000 funding boost.
Organisations in and around the Hastings area are among 21 to receive a share of £1.5 million from the Careers & Enterprise Company Opportunity Area Fund. Continue reading