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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Taxi driver suicide intervention programme launched
FREE life-saving suicide intervention and prevention training is being offered to taxi drivers in Eastbourne and Seaford.
The Taxi Watch programme, operated by the suicide prevention and awareness charity Talk To Tom, teaches professional drivers how to spot the signs of a person suffering through a suicide crisis, how to react, and how to get the person to safety.
Re-wilding at County Hall
A RE-WILDING project at County Hall in Lewes has seen the creation of a wild garden along with the installation of swift nesting boxes.
A tranquil garden has been created by the council’s Property team from a disused area next to one of the car parks in the council office complex.
Consultation plans for swimming pool’s future
VIEWS on the future of a village swimming pool could be sought if plans for a consultation are given the go ahead.
East Sussex County Council’s lead member for resources and climate change, Cllr Nick Bennett, will be asked to approve a consultation into Ringmer Swimming Pool which could bring forward ideas and proposals for its future.
Eastbourne job fair opens doors
MORE than 200 people found out about the careers on offer at a job fair aimed at people who are furthest from the workplace.
The Opening Doors Job Fair, open to everyone but geared towards homeless people, ex-offenders, refugees and veterans, was part of wider efforts to support those who can struggle to find work.