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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Jobless figures at lowest since records began
THE number of people in East Sussex claiming Job Seekers Allowance has dropped to its lowest since records began in 1983.
The latest figures show the number of claimants in the county has fallen by 27 per cent in just one year and now stands at 4,283 – this equates to 1.4 per cent of working age people in East Sussex. Continue reading
Consultation results will help shape Uckfield improvement work
FEEDBACK from the community will help to guide the way future improvement work in Uckfield town centre is undertaken.
As part of a two-day public exhibition at the end of June, residents and traders submitted comments on various aspects of the scheme. Continue reading
Welcome visitor boost for Newhaven’s new library
MORE than 13,000 people have crossed the threshold of Newhaven’s new library since it opened earlier this year.
With the library fast becoming a popular community hub, the county council’s lead member for community services, Cllr Chris Dowling, visited the facility this week to perform the official opening. Continue reading
Public Health backing for over 70s cancer campaign
WOMEN over 70 are being urged to check for signs of breast cancer as part of a national campaign.
East Sussex County Council’s Public Health team is backing the Be Clear on Cancer campaign in a bid to highlight the importance of early diagnosis among older women. Continue reading