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Boost for business thanks to Victoria Place rephasing

WORK on a major town centre redevelopment has been rephased to help traders make the most of the summer season.

Fencing has been removed from the Victoria Place section of Terminus Road in Eastbourne and the construction phasing has been adjusted to improve access to businesses in the town. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Featured, Roads, Transport and Environment on July 25, 2025 by karenb.

Suspended jail sentence for animal neglect OAP

Buxted animal welfare prosecution - A goat kept by Clare Cotton was in such a poor state of health it had to be put downA PENSIONER has been handed a suspended jail term after evidence emerged of shocking neglect of animals in her care.

Clare Cotton was convicted of six offences under animal welfare legislation following an investigation by East Sussex Trading Standards. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Trading Standards, Transport and Environment on February 5, 2015 by karenb.

New lightweight footbridge is one of a kind

Installation of a new lightweight footbridge in SedlescombeA UNIQUE solution has been found to bridging the gap over an East Sussex river.

The new lightweight footbridge, which crosses the River Brede in Sedlescombe, is the first of its kind to be designed and manufactured in the UK. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Roads, Transport and Environment on February 5, 2015 by karenb.

Drop in unemployment is good news for East Sussex

Cllr Rupert SimmonsCOUNCIL chiefs have welcomed news that unemployment in East Sussex has fallen for nine consecutive months.

The latest Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) figures show the number of claimants fell to 5,252 in December 2014, compared to 7,563 in February 2014. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Economy on February 4, 2015 by karenb.

Inspector’s praise for Link Road site

Bexhill to Hastings Link RoadTHE Bexhill to Hastings Link Road has won fresh praise following an inspection by an independent construction body.

The project has been graded under the Considerate Constructors Scheme as exceptional in four areas – protecting the environment, safety, working with the community and valuing its workforce. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Roads, Transport and Environment on February 2, 2015 by karenb.

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