AN INSPIRATIONAL new film released today highlights the urgent need for more foster carers.
‘The Run’ focuses on an 11-year-old boy, Tom, and what he achieves with the support of his new foster family.
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Case for One East Sussex is presented to Government
AN ambitious plan for people in East Sussex to get all their services in one place, and at reduced cost, is being sent to Ministers today.
The One East Sussex proposal is for a single council to provide all the services currently run by the five boroughs and district councils and by the county council. Continue reading
Community celebrates new Heathfield Youth Hub
PEOPLE from the local community came together to celebrate the opening of the new Heathfield Youth Hub building.
The original 1950s building has been completely rebuilt following a multi-million-pound redevelopment project. Continue reading
Joint reaction from Lewes District Council and East Sussex County Council to newly published LGR plan
Councillor Zoe Nicholson, Leader of Lewes District Council, said: “I want to be clear about the considerable disappointment we feel regarding the eleventh-hour proposals put forward by Brighton and Hove City Council for local government reorganisation. As a result of their last-minute bid, these plans have been developed for communities they have failed to consult and, quite frankly, do not understand. Continue reading
Free slippers giveaway at fall prevention events
RESIDENTS in East Sussex can pick up a free pair of non-slip slippers at events to mark Falls Prevention Awareness Week, which runs between September 15 and 19.
Public Health bosses at East Sussex County Council are running four public events to share advice on how older people can improve their balance with regular exercises, and hand out the free footwear to those attending. Continue reading