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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Future strategy for library service to be considered
UPDATED plans to provide a modern library service in East Sussex are to be considered by council leaders.
Results of a 12-week public consultation and a revised draft Libraries Strategic Commissioning strategy will be presented to East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet on Tuesday, March 6 2018. Continue reading
Over 83,000 people have had NHS Health Check in East Sussex – have you?
PEOPLE in East Sussex are being urged not to miss out on a free NHS Health Check which could help them live longer and healthier lives.
The check, which can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and dementia, is offered to people aged 40 to 74 who don’t already have one of those conditions. Continue reading
Have your say on options for waste service savings
MEMBERS of the public are being asked for their views on options that will help the county’s waste service save more than £500,000 in 2018/19.
Reductions in Government funding, and rising demand for services means East Sussex County Council has to cut £17 million from its 2018/19 budget. The waste service annual budget will be reduced by £720,000, of which savings of £558,000 will need to be made in 2018/19. Continue reading
Apprenticeships in the spotlight at East Sussex events
YOUNG people and their parents can find out more about the benefits of apprenticeships at events running in East Sussex.
Apprenticeships In Sussex, in partnership with East Sussex County Council, are holding apprenticeship roadshows in Eastbourne and Hastings. Continue reading