Local News From the Seaford Newhaven and Peacehaven area
Lewes MP Maria Caulfield is urging veterans in the Lewes constituency to register their interest in the new Veterans Railcard ahead of its launch in October. Anyone who has served for at least one day in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) or Merchant Mariners and seen duty on […]
Following the success of the first Lewes district recovery summit held in July, the Deputy Leader of Lewes District Council will host a follow-up event next week (14 October). The summit in July discussed how to support a sustainable economic and social recovery across the district after the Covid—19 lockdown. […]
The weekly Leader’s Q&A will take place on Wednesday 7 October at 10am. Cllr James MacCleary, Leader of Lewes District Council will be answering your questions and giving the latest updates from the council. www.facebook.com/lewesdistrictcouncil
Peacehaven Coastal Branch of Guide Dogs is a group of volunteers who organize and attend events in the Peacehaven area to raise funds for Guide Dogs, charity 209617. The Group’s Co-Ordinator is Mick Etheridge, (63), a Guide Dog user. On the 17th October 2020, Mick will be leaving his guide dog, […]
74% of us want greener homes But 51% don’t know where to start when it comes to buying or accessing greener products Comes as the government’s new Green Homes Grant scheme starts in England – offering eligible households up to £5k for eco-friendly home improvements. 27% plan to apply Plus, […]
the Into the Wild Photography Competition judges had the difficult task of selecting 12 finalists from over 680 entries – the most the’ve ever received. A A thank you to everyone who has taken part. It has been a pleasure to see how much wildlife has been noticed and enjoyed during a […]
Havens Community Hub, based in Denton, collected over £300 of goods in their ‘Soapy September’ campaign which have been donated to local food banks including soaps, toothpaste/brushes, sanitary products and non-perishable food items.“People experiencing food insecurity may also have problems accessing other essential daily living products” said Paula Woolven, Hub […]
The National Careers Service Virtual Jobs Fair returns to the South East on Thursday 8 October, 1pm-4pm. The platform can be used to promote your vacancies live to job seekers, and at no cost to you. To find out more, message the National Careers Service, by visiting here twitter.com/CareersSE.
Here is some good news from the visit Eastbourne team who are delighted to announce that their brand new Visitor Centre is open! Based at the Welcome Building on Compton Street, the Visitor Centre is a one-stop shop for all things Eastbourne. The friendly Visitor Services team are on hand to offer information and advice […]
Date: Saturday 03 October 2020Time: 10:00am – 12:00 NoonWhere: Salts Recreation GroundTown: Seaford A FREE bike check and advice from experts at cycles Seahaven. Get you bike safety checked..all FREEAll subject to Covid ruling. Website: www.cycleseahaven.org.uk
The Rugby posts are up again on Seaford Salts heralding a new season. The cricket squares are roped off, but we were lucky enough to have matches every Saturday since July; lovely to see the players in their whites and the sound of leather on willow. That is all packed […]
Seaford Football Club are in action today Sat 03, Oct 2020 Kickoff 15:00 Competition Division 1 Southern Combination Football League League position 1 Littlehampton Town First 15 Seaford Town First
The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions. A map is attached which may help you to visualise the areas affected. Monday 5 & Tuesday 6 October (inclusive) 20:00 to 06:00 Full closure of J8 to J10 Southbound Diversion to Brighton via J6 M25, A22, A264 […]
A new testing centre will open in East Sussex today, increasing the options for residents seeking to check if they have Covid-19. The drive-through site at Plumpton Racecourse will be operated by Sodexo and has been commissioned by the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC). As a regional testing centre, […]
This week (29/9/2020) Peacehaven Town Council gave unanimous backing to a motion to support the campaign to prevent the academisation of Peacehaven Heights. The motion commits the Town Council to writing to the decision makers at East Sussex County Council, namely: Councillor Bob Standley – Lead Member for Education and […]
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Town Council’s Young Mayor, Chanel Pritchard completes a challenging 30-mile bike ride in aid of her chosen charity, Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex. On Saturday26th September2020, the Young Mayor of Seaford, Chanel Pritchard took part in a sponsored cycle challenge with the Deputy Young Mayor, James Jenkins in aid of […]
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a new package of measures to support businesses with the continuing impact of the coronavirus pandemic. It included: A new Job Support Scheme will be introduced from 1 November which will run for six monthsThe Self-employment Income Support Scheme will be extended until 30 April 2021.The temporary 15% […]
Maria Caulfield MP has welcomed the ban on supplying plastic straws and stirrers and plastic-stemmed cotton buds which has come into force in England today (Thursday 1 October), marking yet another major step in the Government’s fight against single-use plastic waste to protect our environment and clean up our oceans. […]
Lewes District Council is asking landowners to come forward if they have sites that could form part of a new local plan. The new Lewes Local Plan, which is commencing preparation, will set the framework for future planning decisions in the District up to 2040. Cabinet Member for Planning, Councillor Emily […]
Charity at the forefront of the Online Harms Bill urges Government to deliver on Boris Johnson’s determination for ambitious regulation NSPCC sets 11th hour demand for Government: ‘Pass our tests for online regulation so children don’t continue to suffer avoidable harm and abuse’ Online sex crimes recorded against children in Sussex […]
Maria Caulfield MP is encouraging community groups and village organisations in the eastern part of her constituency to apply for community grants from Wealden District Council. The Wealden Community Grants Recovery fund offers grants of between £500 – £5,0000. These need to be spent before the end of March 2021. […]
The Sussex, Kent and Medway Armed Forces Network (AFN) is celebrating its success at the national Soldiering On Awards after being named the winner of The Forces in Mind Trust’s Working Together Award. This national prize recognises the AFN’s hard work to make sure people with a Forces background can get support and help on […]
The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has launched a national road safety survey to help inform the Home Office’s review of roads policing and any future plans for enforcement. They know this is a top priority for Sussex residents, and Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne wants to make […]
Here is some news from a Seaford Town Council meeting held recently concerning Christmas Magic. It’s something really special for the town, so lets hope not too many restrictions:- MINUTES of a Meeting of the Community Services Committee held via Zoom on Monday 21st September 2020 at 7.00pm.Present:Councillors S Dunn […]
At their Autumn Conference this weekend, the Liberal Democrats have agreed proposals that would see the BBC licence fee level set independently next year after government cuts forced the BBC to end free TV licences for most over-75s.As of 1 August 2020, TV licences are now only free for people […]
Many people have hidden disabilities which mean they don’t show physical signs. Hidden disabilities include learning difficulties, mental health, speech, visual or hearing impairments. They can also include asthma and other lung conditions, as well as chronic illnesses such as diabetes. Disabilities affect each person in a different way. They can […]
Eastbourne Borough and Lewes District Councils have launched a new website to promote the wide array of local independent shops in the area.Shop owners are being urged to sign up to the free website that has been designed to provide residents with a thorough directory of local independent shops across […]
A host of new initiatives aimed at improving Seaford beach for residents and visitors to enjoy has been underway – thanks to the hard work of a community partnership. Lewes District Council has worked in close partnership with a number of groups during the last year to bring about beach […]
The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) has given a ringing endorsement to Eastbourne Borough Council’s Whole Estate Plan. The 25-year environmental management plan focuses on the conservation of the downland and ensuring it has a sustainable future, including supporting the council’s tenant farmers. The plan has taken two years […]
Lewes District Council has agreed to continue its business support programmes for a further three years. Cabinet councillors agreed that the Local Enterprise & Apprenticeship Platform (LEAP) had proved a great success, having supported and encouraged more than 250 local people with either a desire to start their own business […]
A CROWBOROUGH man caught selling illegal tobacco from a market stall has been ordered to pay £600 in fines and costs. Richard Milham, of Queens Road, Crowborough, pleaded guilty the possession and supply of illegal tobacco when he appeared at Hastings Magistrates Court on Tuesday, September 15. The 66-year-old was […]
Cancer nurse and MP for Lewes Maria Caulfield has today raised a mug in support of Macmillan’s Coffee Morning and is encouraging her constituents to do the same. Now in its 30th year, the charity fundraiser usually sees millions of pounds donated every year to help support people affected by cancer. […]
The renewal of Railway Quay in Newhaven is set to go-ahead after the Town Deal Board secured £500,000 in government funding. The funding will transform the area between the former UTC building and the Railway Club into a focal point and gateway to the town centre with a new café, […]
Eastbourne Council would like to hear your views on waste collections. See their proposals below:- Eastbourne Borough Council is considering changes to the waste and recycling service. This includes moving from weekly to fortnightly waste collections in most parts of the borough, known as ‘alternate weekly collection’. We are carrying […]
YODEL staff working from depots in Hatfield, Hayes, Waltham Cross, Basildon & Borehamwood could decide to take strike action along with other staff in Yodel depots across the country over the offer of a disappointing pay rise. The company has put forward a two-year deal starting from July 2020 to […]
Sent on behalf of the Sussex Police and Crime PanelOngoing efforts to address an increase in reported rural and business crime across Sussex were reviewed by a scrutiny panel on Friday 25th September. Sussex Police and Crime Panel heard how the number of rural incidents reported to Sussex Police had […]
The Town Council is pleased to announce that, following repair work, Splash Point has reopened. The hard work to protect this popular and iconic seafront feature is a direct result of positive partnership working with a number of community groups, organisations, and local authorities, forming a Seaford Beach Partnership. The […]
Extent of staff opposition to academisation of Peacehaven primary school revealed at public meeting At Monday’s (21/9/2020) public meeting arranged by ‘Hands Off Peacehaven Schools’ to discuss the future of embattled primaries Peacehaven Heights and Telscombe Cliffs, representatives of the National Education Union revealed that a survey, completed by 80% […]
As part of the Towns Fund Project, the Government has today announced £500,000 for Newhaven for the project to regenerate Railway Quay which will create a welcoming space between the High Street and the station with plans for coffee shop facilities and a transport hub. Newhaven is one of the […]
A message from Keith Glazier “Every home and every business in East Sussex has been hit by Covid-19 – often severely. “That’s why many people are relying more than ever on public services like care for the elderly and vulnerable, support for businesses or help with education. “Knowing this, I’m […]
Neighbourhood Watch would like to share this with you:- “For the third year running, we’re excited to launch the nationwide search in partnership with our friends at Co-op Insurance to find and celebrate some of the UK’s best neighbours. Our members have told us that to be a great neighbour […]
The Leader of Lewes District Council has said the Covid-19 financial challenge ‘will not define the future of the authority’ as plans are agreed to identify savings alongside new ways of working. The coronavirus pandemic has left councils all over the UK facing significant budget deficits due to the loss […]
Cabinet councillors have today (Thurs, Sep 24) agreed to drive ahead with ambitious plans for the former UTC building which will create jobs and further boost Newhaven’s economic growth. This comes after the government announced £1.3million towards Lewes District Council’s redevelopment of the landmark last month through the Getting Building Fund, and […]
Lewes District Council is providing a £500,000 loan to Wave Leisure Trust to help restart gym, swim and exercise classes for people across the Lewes district amid the trust’s financial difficulties caused by the pandemic. Cabinet members agreed the financial support at a meeting today (Thursday, September 24) after hearing […]
Cabinet councillors at Lewes District Council have today (24/9/20) endorsed the authority’s medium-term financial strategy (MTFS) and appealed to the Secretary of State for Local Government, Robert Jenrick MP, to ‘step up and fulfil his commitment to local government’. Robert Jenrick assured councils back in March that the extra local spending needed in response […]
NO NEW savings are being planned at this stage for next year’s council budget despite the unprecedented financial pressures of the Covid-19 response. A report to East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet explains how careful financial planning and partnership working means that, for the first time in more than a decade, […]
Police are warning people to be wary of fraudulent emails purporting to be from HM Courts and Tribunals after receiving five reports of scams in Sussex. The emails state that the victims owe a £25 fixed penalty charge. They say that if the victim does not pay the fine they […]
The NHS COVID-19 app is now available in England and Wales The free NHS COVID-19 app is a vital part of the NHS Test and Trace service in England, and the NHS Wales Test, Trace, Protect service. Protect your loved ones. Download the app. The new NHS COVID-19 app, now available […]