Libraries scheme helps people on road to mental health

Cllr Chris DowlingLOANS of self-help books for people with mental health concerns in East Sussex have soared since a ground-breaking scheme was introduced.

In 2006, East Sussex County Council was one of the first authorities in the country to offer the Books On Prescription service, in which GPs ‘prescribe’ books to people experiencing common issues such as anxiety or depression to borrow from their local library. Continue reading

Review promised on stage two of Uckfield scheme

Cllr Claire DowlingTHE board behind a major improvement scheme in Uckfield has agreed to review the second stage of the scheme before it is introduced.

The Uckfield Town Centre Highway Improvement Scheme board has moved to reassure residents and local businesses after concerns about the impact of the scheme were raised at a meeting at Uckfield Civic Centre last week (Friday, October 3 2014). Continue reading