THE ‘hidden history’ of LGBT communities in East Sussex is being explored in a new youth project running in the county. The scheme sees lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people and those questioning their sexuality trawl the archives and visit cultural sites to learn about how such communities were […]
National Volunteers’ Week celebrates the wonderful contribution of volunteers across Britain and is an ideal opportunity to thank volunteers for the hard work they have delivered over the last year. This week they are showcasing some great volunteers and their contribution whether they are Special Constables, police staff volunteers or […]
EU citizens living and working in East Sussex can now use county register offices to check their identify documentation as part of a free scheme enabling them to stay in the UK after Brexit. The Government’s EU Settlement Scheme requires EU citizens and those from Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland […]
CTLA Community Transport will be celebrating the difference supporters and volunteers make to their organisation and thanking them for all their time and dedication during 2019 Volunteers’ Week, which runs from 1-7 June. Deputy Lieutant of East Sussex, Juliet Smith JP, will be present at a celebration lunch at the […]
A NEW scheme launching in East Sussex will encourage people aged 45 and over to talk about sex – to try and halt a rise in sexually transmitted infections. The SHIFT project will encourage people in that age group to pay more attention to their sexual health and wellbeing, and […]
Newhaven’s impressive new pumptrack is now open and proving hugely popular, while work is well underway on the adjoining skatepark. The newly-built pumptrack at Fort Road Recreation Ground has attracted BMXers, mountain bikers, scooter riders and skateboarders from across the region since its recent opening. Once the skatepark is completed […]
Lewes Prevention Officers, joined Sussex Safer Roads Partnerships this week in Newhaven, at the ‘Safety In Action’ days held at Newhaven Fort. Aimed at children, the project set out to teach young generations how to deal with, or avoid life-threatening situations, through informative and fun interactive activities. Police officers joined […]
MEMBERS of the public could be asked for their views on a strategy which ensures the best possible support is available for the most vulnerable families in the county. East Sussex County Council’s lead member for children and families will be asked to approve a 10-week public consultation on the […]
On Sunday 16th June a short ceremony, organised by Seaford Town Council, will be held near the Martello Tower on Seaford seafront in honour of Sussex Day. The event will be running from 11- 4pm. At 12 noon, Seaford Town Crier, Peter White, will cry ‘The Sussex Day Cry’ followed […]
National Education Union members at three East Sussex schools will strike over proposed plans to privatise their schools tomorrow. Three quarters of Peacehaven town’s schools are expected to be shut as teachers and support staff belonging to the NEU and GMB unions walk out. Lloyd Russell-Moyle MP, who has spoken […]
