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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Two schools come out of special measures
TEACHERS and pupils at two East Sussex schools are celebrating after receiving a glowing report from Ofsted inspectors.
Northiam Church of England Primary School, near Rye, and Meridian Community Primary School, in Peacehaven, were both judged by the education watchdog as requiring special measures in 2013. Continue reading
Councils’ planning database set to go global
A SYSTEM which helps with planning for new development is set to go global after six councils joined forces to take over its operation.
TRICS (Trip Rate Information Computer System) is a national database which helps companies and local authorities plan future development by pulling together data such as population figures, car ownership and commuter numbers. Continue reading
Have your say on changes to care loan scheme
A CONSULTATION has been launched on proposed changes to a scheme which helps people pay for residential care.
East Sussex County Council plans to change its deferred payment scheme to fit with the Government’s new Care Act, which comes into law in April. Continue reading
Opening date set for new library in Newhaven
SPRING marks a fresh chapter for Newhaven as the town’s new library prepares to open its doors.
The new facility, which occupies a large, modern space on the ground floor of the former M&Co premises, at 36, High Street, will open to the public on Saturday, March 14 2015. Continue reading