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Free slippers giveaway at fall prevention events

RESIDENTS in East Sussex can pick up a free pair of non-slip slippers at events to mark Falls Prevention Awareness Week, which runs between September 15 and 19.

Public Health bosses at East Sussex County Council are running four public events to share advice on how older people can improve their balance with regular exercises, and hand out the free footwear to those attending. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Adult Social Care, Featured, Public Health on September 17, 2025 by karenb.

Compost bin sales in East Sussex reach 30,000

CabCarlMaynard (Small)THE number of people in East Sussex taking advantage of a council home composting offer has topped the 30,000 mark.

East Sussex County Council, working alongside borough and district councils, launched the scheme, which offers reduced rates on home composting bins and accessories, 10 years ago. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Waste and recycling on November 6, 2013 by martinf.

Busting the myths surrounding adoption

CabSylviaTidy (Small)FAMILIES come in all shapes and sizes – that’s the message from East Sussex County Council as it attempts to bust some of the myths surrounding adoption.

Research shows that the public often have misconceptions about who can adopt resulting in children missing out on a permanent family.  Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services on November 6, 2013 by martinf.

Bridging the gap between school and adult life

A SCHEME aimed at encouraging school-leavers in East Sussex into education, employment or training has been hailed a success.

Fifty young people across the county who were facing an uncertain future on leaving compulsory education completed the summer transition project organised by East Sussex County Council. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Children's Services, Young people on November 6, 2013 by martinf.

Trading Standards steer used car buyers in the right direction

CabRupertSimmons (Small)A new campaign is urging people buying used cars to “check it not regret it”.

In a campaign, East Sussex Trading Standards officers will be warning consumers to take care when buying a second-hand vehicle. Continue reading →

This entry was posted in Trading Standards on October 31, 2013 by karenb.

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