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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‘Russian roulette’ warning over fake booze
DRINKERS who buy illicit alcohol have been warned they could be playing ‘Russian roulette’ with their health.
The stark assessment was issued as a kebab shop operator was handed a suspended jail term after being caught selling illegal vodka at his premises in Hastings. Continue reading
New directory will help residents find reliable services
FINDING a reliable tradesman or help around the home couldn’t be easier, thanks to East Sussex County Council’s Buy and Support With Confidence directory.
The A5 booklet, the ninth edition published by the county’s Trading Standards team, contains information on scheme members as well as useful advice on consumer rights. Continue reading
Final lantern installed in Eastbourne street light scheme
EASTBOURNE is a ‘greener’, more energy-efficient place after the completion of a major programme of changes to street lighting, a senior councillor has said.
East Sussex County Council has completed its scheme to replace the old-style orange and yellow street lighting lanterns on residential streets in the town with energy-saving LED lights. Continue reading
Former county council man to return as Director of Children’s Services
ACHIEVING the best possible outcomes for children and young people is top of the agenda for East Sussex County Council’s new Director of Children’s Services.
A decade after his last stint at the authority working as Head of Safeguarding, Stuart Gallimore will return to the county at the end of April to lead the Children’s Services department. Continue reading