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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Rogue builder to pay back £16k or face more jail time
A ROGUE builder who conned a 91-year-old man into paying for unnecessary work to his home has been ordered to pay back more than £16,000 or face more jail time.
William Henry Jones, previously of Butts Field, Hailsham, was sentenced to 34 months in prison last year after admitting tricking his victim into paying more than £13,000 for unnecessary and poor-quality work on the roof of his Eastbourne home. Continue reading
Overnight closures for Forest Row road improvements
OVERNIGHT road closures will be in place on the A22 London Road in Forest Row as major improvement work is carried out.
East Sussex Highways will start repairs to improve the structure of the road and resurface the carriageway on Tuesday 28 May. Work will continue until Saturday 22 June.
Community groups urged to apply for Crowdfunder campaign
PROJECTS enhancing the lives of residents could benefit from a share of £25,000 as the county council joins forces with Crowdfunder.
Organisations across the county are invited to apply to the Crowdfund East Sussex campaign, which will match fund public donations from the county council’s Community Wellbeing Fund up to a total of £25,000.
New app helps residents prepare for the future
A NEW app designed to help residents lead a full and healthy life in older age has been officially launched.
Residents are being encouraged to download the Life Transitions app to support them to prepare and plan for their future life including events such as retirement, moving home, changes in health and mobility, finding new roles and purpose, becoming a carer, or experiencing bereavement. Continue reading