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Sussex leaders unite to launch Informal Partnership Board ahead of Mayoral Combined County Authority 

SUSSEX leaders from across the region came together today for the first meeting of a new Partnership Board, marking a key milestone in the journey toward establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority for Sussex & Brighton.

The meeting focused on preparations for devolution for Sussex & Brighton, which promises to bring decision-making closer to communities and unlock new funding for locally agreed priorities. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Featured, Governance Services on October 10, 2025 by karenb.

Views sought on waste recycling sites booking

recycling symbolsVIEWS are being sought on proposals to introduce a booking system at household waste recycling sites across the county.

The move could reduce queuing at sites, help save East Sussex County Council as much £50,000 a year and help ensure only residents’ waste is being disposed. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Transport and Environment, Waste and recycling on October 29, 2024 by karenb.

Deadline fast approaching for secondary school applications

escc logoTIME is running out for parents and carers to apply for their child’s secondary school place, as this year’s deadline approaches.

Families with children in Year 6 have until midnight on Thursday, October 31 to submit their applications for September 2025.

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This entry was posted in General, Schools and colleges on October 21, 2024 by saffronp.

New film pays tribute to foster carers

man and a young woman looking at a birdhouseA MOVING new film released today pays tribute to the unsung heroes of the foster care system.

“Everything” highlights the difference one individual can make to the lives of many through fostering. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services, General on October 17, 2024 by saffronp.

Apprentices invited to celebrate success

Apprenticeship Graduation 2024 invitation APPRENTICES from across East Sussex are invited to celebrate their achievements at this year’s graduation ceremony.

The special evening event will acknowledge the commitment and hard work of local apprentices of all ages and levels and across all sectors.

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This entry was posted in Economy, General, Schools and colleges, Young people on October 7, 2024 by saffronp.

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