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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Resident to pay almost £8,000 for ‘scrap yard’ breach
A HAILSHAM man who allowed scrap metal and other waste to be dumped on his property has been ordered to pay almost £8,000.
John Mallows, 74, was found guilty of breaching an Enforcement Notice in his absence by Hastings Magistrates Court on Thursday, December 19. Continue reading
Multiply your skills with free maths courses for adults
FREE maths courses are available to adults in East Sussex to help build numeracy skills.
People aged 19 and over without a GCSE at grade C (or equivalent) in maths or who need to improve their maths skills are being reminded that innovative courses are available across the county until March 2025 to upskill maths knowledge.
Work to make 16 East Sussex sites safer begins
WORK has begun on measures to reduce driver speeds as part of a programme to make East Sussex roads safer.
A detailed assessment was carried out on the county’s A and B roads against factors including the character of the road and the environment, the average speed of vehicles, the level of vulnerable road users, facilities such as schools, shops and hospitals in the area, and the existing crash record. Continue reading
Congratulations to apprentice graduates
THE ACHIEVEMENTS of apprentices from across East Sussex were celebrated at a special graduation ceremony last month.
The East Sussex Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony, held on the evening of Thursday, November 21, recognised the commitment and hard work of East Sussex apprentices from across all industry sectors and of all ages and levels.