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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Stage show boosts apprentices’ career prospects
APPRENTICES from East Sussex have learned new skills and explored their creative side by staging a theatre show for children.
East Sussex County Council teamed up with Making Theatre, Gaining Skills, a company set up to improve the life chances of young people so they gain confidence, consolidate their skills and boost their employability. Continue reading
Working together to keep communities safe
ORGANISATIONS from across East Sussex have been given the chance to air their views on crime and community safety at an event in the county.
More than 100 leaders and practitioners gathered at the Winter Garden in Eastbourne on Tuesday, May 17 2016 to share information and discuss the main issues affecting vulnerable adults, young people and the wider community. Continue reading
Big Bang makes science and technology fun
SCIENCE and technology came to life for young people from across East Sussex at an event aimed at encouraging uptake in the subjects.
The Big Bang @ The Hastings Centre was the showpiece event of East Sussex STEMfest, a programme of activities aimed at encouraging young people to study or train in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects. Continue reading
Target date set for library reopening
A TARGET date has been set for the reopening of an East Sussex library closed for more than a year due to flooding.
East Sussex County Council has announced it plans to reopen Pevensey Bay Library, in Richmond Road, on Tuesday, August 30 2016. Continue reading