This is a draft ot the minutes of the Council meeting that contain items of general interest:- Present:Councillors S Dunn (Chair), L Wallraven (Vice-Chair), M Brown, J Cash, J Edson, M Everden andJ Meek.Tony Jackson, Project and Facilities ManagerSharan Brydon, Projects Support Officer (Facilities)Georgia Raeburn, Executive Support Officer5 members of […]
he young people in our families generally have a better hands-on knowledge of technology than we do. However, this confidence can result in them taking more risks online that could adversely affect their finances, reputation or even their whole future, if they end up with a criminal record. If your […]
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ndependent analysis of Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) issued by police under the Coronavirus (Covid-19) regulations shows a low overall rate in fines issued nationally with young men receiving the biggest proportion. It also shows black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) people were issued with an FPN at a rate 1.6 […]
Here is the latest about the Newhaven Lifeboat day from the Organisers:- “We have some great news… We have the green light and can most definitely go ahead with our planned Summer fete on Sat 19th September! (The only thing that will stop us now is another lockdown!) It will be […]
This September, Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) is inviting residents of Sussex to take part in the charity’s 30 for 30 Challenge. Launched to celebrate KSS’s 30th anniversary and to help raise vital funds, the 30 for 30 Challenge encourages participants to create their own 30-themed fundraiser during the 30 days […]
The gym and fitness classes at the Sovereign Centre reopened on Saturday (July 25) with strict hygiene and safety measures in place. The centre was closed in mid-March under government guidance due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Work is underway to prepare to reopen the gala pool in September. Under social […]
Childrens’ play areas in Eastbourne reopened earlier this month in line with government guidance on easing lockdown measures. Parents are reminded they are responsible for their children’s hand hygiene, and good practice such as applying sanitiser before and after using the equipment is recommended. Meanwhile, public toilets are open usual […]
Eastbourne Bandstand will remain closed for the remainder of the 2020 season. Following updated advice from Public Health England, the council is not satisfied it can balance the bandstand’s lively entertainment programme with public safety at this current time. Bandstand customers are thanked for their support and all ticket holders […]
Maria Caulfield MP has welcomed the announcement that Sussex Police will receive £893,366 in extra funding as part of the Government’s £25 million Safer Streets Fund – delivering on a key Conservative manifesto commitment. The Safer Streets Fund forms part of the Government’s concerted action to tackle crime, and aims […]
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NHS East Sussex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is restarting its consultation into the future of Eastbourne Station Health Centre from Monday 3 August 2020. In February this year, local people were asked to have their say on proposals, which included closing the walk-in service at Eastbourne Station Health Centre. The […]
Companies across the county will be able to access support to help boost business, thanks to new funding. East Sussex County Council has secured £500,000 which it is hoped will support up to 250 businesses to grow, and create more than 100 new jobs.The project, part of South East Business […]
Around £420,000 of government funding has been secured to help tackle anti-social behaviour, theft and burglary in a part of Eastbourne deemed to be disproportionately affected by these offences. Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne( pictured ) worked in partnership with Eastbourne Borough Council, Sussex Police, Business Crime Reduction […]
Lewes District Council is issuing a final call for local businesses to access Covid-19 support grants as next month’s closure date nears, with £21.7m so far paid out. The council has paid grants to 81% of all eligible small or retail, hospitality and leisure businesses in Lewes, equating to 1,763 firms. The Small Business Grant Fund and the Retail, Hospitality & Leisure Grant Fund will close on […]
A CAREERS initiative designed to inspire primary school children is celebrating success as a year-long pilot comes to an end. Since launching in 2019, the Primary Careers Hub has worked with 23 primary schools and more than 160 employees to provide career-related learning experiences for more than 7,200 pupils from […]
Please take note of this reminder from the NHS. As we move towards the height of summer, with all the schools on their holidays, and as more facilities and venues start to reopen, your local NHS wants to make sure you enjoy the summer safely and to remind you that […]
The government has announced National Funding Formula allocations for schools for the 2021/22 year, seeing a funding increase for all schools in Lewes. Maria Caulfield MP has continued to lobby Ministers for increases in school funding for schools across her Lewes constituency. This lobbying has been successful as the latest […]
Plastic Free Seaford and Seaford Town Council asked students from local primary schools to design posters to encourage members of the public to stop littering. A huge total of 65 fantastic entries were received and the winners and runners up were chosen (with difficulty) by the Mayor of Seaford and […]
Lewes District Council has produced a beach guide to help keep visitors to Seaford seafront safe during the holiday season. The guide has been put together in partnership with Seaford Town Council, Newhaven Port and Properties and the Environment Agency and provides lots of helpful information about local amenities and […]
Three sycamore trees that pose a serious threat to a dangerous wall in Old Town will be removed this week in the interests of public safety. The trees and the cracked wall have become a major concern, with experts fearful that the trees could bring down the wall or a […]
At 2.00pm to-day, Sunday 26th July on the beach area opposite Dane Road, Seaford Martello Rotary Club brought us their 2021 Calendar. Featuring local views and put together by volunteers these calendars are now available. They come in two sizes priced at £8.00 or 6.00. The launch was well attended […]
The Mayor of Peacehaven, Cllr. Claude Cheta has launched a campaign asking residents to donate either a tin or jar of food which will be delivered to the Seahaven Food Bank.Cllr. Cheta has picked this charitable organisation to support whilst in post as Mayor. Peacehaven Town Council are open for […]
Havens Community Car scheme is a new volunteer driver charity based in Newhaven which helps coastal residents between Saltdean and Seaford with journeys vital to day-to-day living. The Coronavirus Pandemic halted their planned launch in April this year, but after undertaking health and safety reviews and conforming to all government […]
We’ve got a rather special opportunity that we think will pique your interest… The Devonshire Quarter, home of the Nature Valley International and some of the most prestigious grass courts in the world, is opening to the public! Yep, you read that right. Covid-19 may have forced the cancellation of all […]
The venue on Saturday August 1st is on Denton Island for a celebration of Sussex Gin, Fizz, Wine & Beer. Marketplace drinks, food and makers market. About this Event Over 18s only. Every ticket is entered into a draw to win a tour of Tickerage Wine Vineyard for 4 people […]
Seahaven FM are pleased to announce that on the afternoon of Friday 24th July 2020 the power increased in the Newhaven transmitter from 25 watts to 100 watts. This means that areas that were previously with weak reception will find a new strength and clarity to the broadcasting signal. It […]
Here is an statement from Seaford Town Council updating the situation relating to easing of lockdown. Seaford Head Golf Course In line with the Government’s announcement on 23rd March 2020, Seaford Head Golf Course closed from 24th March 2020. From Monday 18th May 2020 the Course re-opened to the public […]
Seaford Town Council was pleased to be able to continue to host a Veterans and Armed Forces Day, virtually and within Covid-19 guidance. We have received an update showing the carefully designed poster for the event. Although the Covid-19 restrictions meant that disappointingly a physical event could not take place […]
Infectious disease outbreaks, like the current coronavirus (COVID-19), can be scary and can affect our mental health. While it is important to stay informed, there are also many things we can do to support and manage our wellbeing during such times. Across the nations of the UK, lockdown is easing […]
Maria Caulfield MP joined fellow local residents to help prepare Pells Pool ahead of their reopening to the public. The Lewes MP joined other local volunteers to clear weeds from around the pool to ensure the area is clear and welcoming for the pool’s re-opening following the government mandated shutdown […]
Lewes Conservatives are very sad to report the sudden death of Councillor Ian White who represented Seaford West Ward on Lewes District Council and was a former Leader of Seaford Town Council and Chairman of Seaford Conservatives. Ian was well-known in the town, and beyond, having served previously as a […]
This is what you could have seen but now it has all been CANCELLED. No reason has been given unless there was a poor demand for tickets perhaps. If you have bought tickets presumably you will need to contact the organisers for a refund. If we receive any more information […]
Lewes District Council’s determination to create new affordable homes across the district show no signs of slowing as a development in Lewes Town is ‘forging ahead’. The council’s wide-ranging plan for new homes includes 12 new properties at Saxonbury House, the first affordable housing developed in Lewes Town for five […]
Maria Caulfield MP has welcomed the latest statistics showing the large levels of government support in Lewes during the Coronavirus pandemic. Latest figures form the House of Commons Library shows that up to 30th June 2020, 11,100 jobs had been furloughed through the government’s Job Retention Scheme in the Lewes […]
Maria Caulfield MP is urging residents in Seaford to support their local football club and local businesses by joining the new local community discount card scheme. The Seaford MP joined Seaford Town FC to launch the Community Card and handed out awards to players, alongside Seaford Town Mayor, Cllr Rodney […]
Seaford Town Council introduces the 2020-2021 Young Mayor of Seaford, Chanel Pritchard, as she sets out her fundraising plans for the year ahead Chanel Pritchard,previously the Deputy Young Mayor 2019-2020, took over the reins and became Seaford Young Mayor 2020-2021 in May of this year. Unfortunately, like so many things, […]
It has been announced that planned cuts to fire engines and firefighters in Newhaven and Lewes have been dropped thanks to Maria Caulfield MP speaking up for residents. The proposals were modified following a campaign by Maria Caulfield MP and neighbouring Labour MP Lloyd Russell-Moyle. The concerned MPs wrote to […]
The Prime Minister has encouraged us all to take a staycation this year, making the most of the UK’s home-grown tourist destinations. New research has found that a large number of families in the South East are planning to take that term very literally. Seventy-seven percent of people questioned in a survey,by […]
Maria Caulfield MP has supported the government’s announcement of a pay rise for 900,000 public sector workers including doctors, teachers, police officers, armed forces personnel, and others. Doctors and dentists will receive a pay rise of 2.8%. As part of a three-year pay deal reached in 2018, nurses who are […]
• 35% of female workers experienced at least one sexist workplace demand since lockdown started • 60% of female workers didn’t report inappropriate requests to HR • 25% of female workers targeted with these comments have upped their beauty regime, fearing a negative impact on their career Female workers have received sexist demands from […]
THE CONSTRUCTION of a new 420-place school in Hailsham has been named ‘project of the year’ at a national awards ceremony. Development of Hailsham Community College Primary Academy, a collaboration between East Sussex County Council and Morgan Sindall Construction, won the category ‘Building project of the Year under £10 million’ […]
Save the High Street is offering free personalised COVID-19 recovery and resilience health-checks for local businesses. After completing an online survey you’ll receive: A Health-Check report and scores, highlighting risks and opportunities across your business. 6 top recommendations selected for you, each with step-by-step guides and other content. A telephone […]
