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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HIV prevention online service breaks barriers
PEOPLE at risk of contracting HIV will find it easier to access preventative treatment as East Sussex becomes the first county in the country to offer an online service.
East Sussex Public Health, in partnership with Preventx, The Love Tank CIC and LLoydsPharmacy Online Doctor, have launched England’s first online HIV Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) service – a pilot attracting national and international interest. Continue reading
Landowner fined for planning notice failure
A LANDOWNER, suspected of the unauthorised disposal of waste on his farm, has been ordered to pay nearly £1,300 after failing to respond to a planning notice.
Ian Hobden, 67, of Giffords Farm, Battle Road, Dallington, pleaded guilty to failing to respond a Planning Contravention Notice when he appeared at Hastings Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, July 18. Continue reading
Views sought on updated bus lane plans
MEMBERS of the public are being invited to give their views on updated plans to make bus services in Eastbourne more reliable, improve journey times and reduce congestion.
Proposals for Seaside and St Anthony’s Avenue, have been revised following public consultation in 2023, include new bus lanes, pedestrian crossings and revised parking arrangements. Continue reading
Rainbow flag flies above County Hall for Pride
THE PRIDE flag is flying above County Hall in Lewes this week, showing support for equality and diversity.
The flag, which represents lesbian, gay and bisexual people, trans people, LGBTQ people of colour, and others, was raised to mark this year’s Pride celebrations.