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Devolution and mayoral election plans move forward

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.

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This entry was posted in Featured, General, Governance Services on July 17, 2025 by karenb.

East Sussex County Council steps in to save bus services

Bus2smallReplacement services will be put in place for passengers affected by Renown Transport Services’ decision to stop running a number of routes from Saturday, December 28.

Despite a limited budget, East Sussex County Council has stepped in to set up alternative arrangements for residents. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Transport and Environment on December 18, 2013 by martinf.

Call for local leisure companies to give ‘the gift that keeps on giving’

i-gift7Local leisure companies are being asked to join the i-go card scheme this Christmas and help young people with disabilities and special needs in East Sussex to gain access to leisure facilities.

The card gives holders special rates, free entry for carers and access to all the help they need during their visit. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services on December 18, 2013 by karenb.

Launch of new identity and discount card for East Sussex youth

3i-D launch smallA NEW ‘three-in-one’ identity and discount card aimed at young people in East Sussex has been officially launched.

The 3i-D card enables young people to prove their age in cinemas, bars and shops, claim age-appropriate fares and selected reduced fares on bus travel and enjoy discounts in shops and leisure outlets. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Young people on December 17, 2013 by martinf.

Sponsor for new primary schools in East Sussex announced

Nick BennettTHE sponsor for two new primary schools in East Sussex has been announced.

Lilac Sky has been selected to manage the academies to be built in Hailsham and Newhaven.
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This entry was posted in Children's Services, Schools and colleges on December 17, 2013 by martinf.

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