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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Event to help new drivers learn importance of safety
NEW drivers are being invited to learn the importance of taking care on the roads at a special safety event.
Driving simulators, hazard perception tests and seatbelt impact demonstrations will be used at the New Drivers Road Safety Event at Ravenside in Bexhill on Friday, July 18 to highlight the need to drive safely. Continue reading
Cash boost will help residents to choose new ways to travel
A CASH boost of almost £700,000 will help East Sussex County Council cut congestion and encourage walking and cycling.
The Department for Transport has announced funding of £684,000 as part of its Local Sustainable Transport Fund aimed at supporting local economic growth, improving health and cutting congestion and carbon to provide environmental benefits. Continue reading
Exchange of historic buildings completed
WEDDINGS and ceremonies will be able to return to an historic East Sussex location after two councils completed a ‘land swap’ deal.
East Sussex County Council and Lewes District Council officially exchanged Southover Grange and The Maltings on Tuesday, July 8, a move that will ensure the future of two landmark Lewes buildings. Continue reading
Deals worth more than £100m won from new online initiative
BUSINESSES have won deals worth more than £100 million since an online initiative was launched by two South East councils.
More than 80 contracts totalling £102m have been clinched after Surrey and East Sussex created the SE Shared Services website 10 months ago. Continue reading