1) From Lewes District Council –Limit the spread of Coronavirus by leaving the house only when it is essential. More guidance on what is considered essential, and how to protect yourself and others from Coronavirus at:https://www.gov.uk/coronavirusLots of social media messages today reminding us of the gov.uk website FAQs:https://www.gov.uk/…/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can… 2) Particular focus on […]
High Hurstwood Church of England Primary School
Partly closed: Wednesday 29 April 2020Reason: COVID-19 local arrangementsMore information: The school will aim to provide childcare for children of key-workers and vulnerable children, as long as appropriate staffing levels can be put in place. Many parents working in key worker sectors may be able to ensure their child is […]
Education In and Beyond Lockdown
On Monday 4th May, the National Education Union Brighton & Hove Branch are hosting a free webinar for parents and educators across the city on Zoom at 4pm. This will be an interactive webinar with plenty of opportunity for participants to ask questions of guest panellists Caroline Lucas MP, Lloyd Russell-Moyle […]
New fund launched to support reduction in suicide and self-harm
PROJECTS aimed at reducing suicide and self-harm across Sussex could benefit from cash boosts of up to £15,000. The Sussex Health and Care Partnership, which includes local councils and health services, has launched a Suicide Prevention Innovation Fund and is inviting groups and organisations to apply for a share of […]
Bounce back loans for small businesses
The Government has announced that a new loan scheme for small businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic will launch for applications on Monday 4 May. Firms will be able to access loans between £2,000 and £50,000 through a network of accredited lenders. These loans will be interest free for the […]
Sussex Crisis Fund
The Sussex Crisis Fund has been set up to support community and voluntary sector organisations in Sussex who are leading efforts to support people most affected by the coronavirus outbreak. Emergency grants of up to £5,000 are available on a weekly basis. One successful applicant, Laurie McMillan of The Bevy […]
LIB DEMS CALL FOR SAFE SPACE FOR CYCLING AND WALKING DURING LOCKDOWN
Liberal Democrat councillors are calling for safe space to be created for cycling and walking during the lockdown. Many cities across the world have already put in place measures to address the transport implications of the pandemic such as closing roads to motor traffic enabling people to make sure they […]
New ‘one-stop’ delivery website promotes local food firms
Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils have launched a new website to showcase the wide array of local food and drink businesses offering deliveries in response to the Covid-19 crisis. With demand rocketing as people stay at home, some businesses have diversified by transforming their premises into a community shop with a delivery option while others have scaled up their takeaway service. The councils’ […]