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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Still going strong after 50 years on the roads
WHEN Mick Bishop began working on the roads of East Sussex, the Beatles were in their prime, Harold Wilson was at number 10 and the England football team ruled the world.
Half a century on, Mick – now 66 – is still a valued member of the team at East Sussex Highways, but things have changed a bit over the years. Continue reading
Community libraries plans move closer
PLANS to reopen five recently closed East Sussex libraries as community-run facilities have taken a step closer to fruition.
East Sussex County Council will provide books, furniture and shelving to enable Ringmer Library to be reopened as a community library run by Ringmer Village Hall Management Committee, which owns the building. Continue reading
Volunteer – make a difference in your community
VOLUNTEERS across East Sussex are being thanked for the contributions that they make to their communities every day.
East Sussex County Council is backing Volunteers Week, which runs from June 1 to 7 2018 and will see events taking place across the county to showcase volunteer opportunities or celebrate the role of existing volunteers. Continue reading
‘Outstanding’ rating for adult support service
A SERVICE which helps people with learning disabilities in Hastings and Rother live independent lives has been given a glowing inspection report.
Hastings Community Support Service, run by East Sussex County Council, was rated ‘outstanding’ – the highest possible grading – in its latest report by the Care Quality Commission. Continue reading