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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County council backs campaign to boost healthy living
DISEASES caused by modern day life can be avoided with simple lifestyle changes – that is the message from health bosses at East Sussex County Council.
The county council’s public health team are backing Public Health England’s ‘One You’ campaign aimed at helping adults avoid future diseases caused by everyday habits and behaviours such as eating too much unhealthy food, drinking more than is recommended, continuing to smoke and not being active enough. Continue reading
Schools review to be considered by lead member
MEMBERS of the public could soon be asked for their views on plans to close two Lewes primary schools following a district-wide review.
East Sussex County Council’s lead member for education and inclusion, special educational needs and disability, Cllr Nick Bennett, will be asked to approve a public consultation on the proposed closure of Pells CE Primary School and Rodmell CE Primary School. Continue reading
New Register Office opens in historic surroundings
FAMILIES marking a special ceremony in Hastings can now do so in historic surroundings as the town’s new Register Office officially opens.
The ribbon was cut at the new Town Hall facility by Cllr Chris Dowling, East Sussex County Council’s lead member for community services and Andrew Dent, Deputy Registrar General for England and Wales on Tuesday, March 1. Continue reading
Double awards victory for blue badge partnership
A PIONEERING partnership aimed at tackling blue badge misuse in East Sussex and Brighton & Hove has landed two national awards.
Operation Bluebird was a winner in the parking in the community and parking partnerships categories at the British Parking Awards 2016. Continue reading