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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Royal approval for Duke of Edinburgh’s Award efforts
THE dedication and achievements of a group East Sussex residents have been given the royal seal of approval.
As part of the diamond anniversary celebrations for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards, six young people from the county were among 1,000 to be invited to Buckingham Palace to receive their prestigious gold awards. Continue reading
Future of ‘vital’ ferry service more secure
COUNCIL chiefs have welcomed news that the future of the Newhaven to Dieppe ferry service could be safe for a further four years.
The cross channel route has been in doubt since a French court ruled that the service must be put out to tender, following a complaint about the contract between Syndicat Mixte de Promotion de l’Activité Transmanche (SMPAT) and operator DFDS. Continue reading
Addressing skills gap is top priority for association’s new president
STRENGTHENING the workforce by investing in training is top of the agenda for a county council director as he steps up to lead a local authority association.
Rupert Clubb has been named president of ADEPT, the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning and Transport, which represents public sector interests by advising and responding to Government on policy and issues. Continue reading
Council’s legal team secures top accolade for 15th year
THE achievements of a local authority legal team have been recognised with a quality mark from the Law Society.
Following rigorous checks, East Sussex County Council has secured the legal practice quality mark, Lexcel, for the 15th year running. Continue reading