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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Difficult decisions ahead as council seeks to protect the most vulnerable
TOUGH choices will have to be made as East Sussex County Council continues to manage significant funding reductions while remaining focussed on protecting the most vulnerable and driving economic growth.
The authority’s annual State of the County report, which is due to be presented to Cabinet on Tuesday, June 28, reaffirms its commitment to the council’s agreed priorities. Continue reading
Awareness week promotes benefits of breastfeeding
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HEALTH chiefs in East Sussex are backing a national campaign encouraging mothers to breastfeed their baby.
East Sussex County Council’s public health team is supporting Breastfeeding Celebration Week, running from June 18 to 27 2016, which aims to promote the health benefits to mothers and babies of breastfeeding. Continue reading
Dodgy roofer’s victims win back thousands of pounds
VICTIMS of a cowboy roofing contractor will see a considerable amount of their money returned thanks to the efforts of East Sussex Trading Standards.
John Gray was jailed for eight-months last year after conning vulnerable and elderly residents out of more than £26,000 for ineffective and unnecessary roof repairs. Continue reading
Parents’ views sought on extended free childcare
THE experiences of parents and carers will help shape the way additional free childcare is provided next year.
East Sussex County Council will introduce 30 hours of extended free childcare from September 2017 and is asking members of the public for their views on how this is best provided. Continue reading