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LEADERS have welcomed approval of their plans to collaborate in a single strategic authority for Sussex with a directly elected mayor.
The government has agreed to move forward with a Mayoral Combined County Authority (MCCA) and confirmed the first mayoral election will take place in May 2026.
YOUNG people from East Sussex have set the gold standard after receiving the highest possible accolade under a youth achievement scheme.
The accomplishments of the county’s 44 recipients of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) gold award were recognised in a presentation event held at Herstmonceux Castle. Continue reading
East Sussex County Council’s former director of children’s services, Matt Dunkley, has been recognised by The Queen in the New Year Honours List.
Matt becomes a CBE for services to children, young people and families in the Honours List published today (Tues). Continue reading
A major clean up operation is underway after heavy rain and strong winds caused chaos around the county.
In the space of 12 hours East Sussex County Council’s highways team cleared more than 200 fallen trees and dealt with around 50 flooded roads. Continue reading
PEOPLE in Eastbourne are being asked to have their say on proposals for new cycle routes in the town.
East Sussex County Council and Eastbourne Borough Council are holding a public consultation in January seeking the public’s views on six proposed routes. Continue reading
