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Leaders to discuss £693m budget as financial pressure mounts

COUNCIL leaders will meet next week to consider how the authority can invest more than £693 million on vital public services for people in East Sussex in the year ahead.

But reports to be considered by Cabinet lay bare the stark financial situation the council faces with it unable to rely on its own resources to deliver a balanced budget for the first time. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Featured, Governance Services on January 19, 2026 by karenb.

New film pays tribute to foster carers

man and a young woman looking at a birdhouseA MOVING new film released today pays tribute to the unsung heroes of the foster care system.

“Everything” highlights the difference one individual can make to the lives of many through fostering. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services, General on October 17, 2024 by saffronp.

Apprentices invited to celebrate success

Apprenticeship Graduation 2024 invitation APPRENTICES from across East Sussex are invited to celebrate their achievements at this year’s graduation ceremony.

The special evening event will acknowledge the commitment and hard work of local apprentices of all ages and levels and across all sectors.

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This entry was posted in Economy, General, Schools and colleges, Young people on October 7, 2024 by saffronp.

Public consultation on savings proposals launches

COUNCIL leaders are urging residents to give their feedback on savings proposals that would affect social care services.

East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet agreed last week to consult on savings proposals identified as part of work to address a £55 million funding gap in next year’s budget. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Adult Social Care on October 3, 2024 by karenb.

Focus on workplace mental health for annual awareness day

escc logoTHE IMPORTANCE of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace is being highlighted by public health bosses on World Mental Health Day.

Employers across East Sussex are being encouraged to join the county council’s Wellbeing at Work programme as the authority supports the annual awareness day on October 10.

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This entry was posted in General, Public Health on October 2, 2024 by saffronp.

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