With all the hype about the new biopic it’s almost like we have forgotten that Elton John is still touring. His farewell tour will take in five continents and having taken a break to appear at the Cannes Film Festival at the Premiere with Taron Egerton who plays the lead […]
VETERANS AND ARMED FORCES DAY
As featured in previous news the Running Order for the Armed Forces day which takes place on June 29th has been announced. See previous article 26th April 2019. An innovation this year is that the parade will assemble in Place Lane at midday before marching on to Martello Fields. At […]
EU settlement scheme offered in register offices
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 […]
Dr Tony Whitbread new President of Sussex Wildlife Trust
Dr Tony Whitbread, who retired as Chief Executive of Sussex Wildlife Trust in March 2018 has returned to take a leading role in nature conservation in the county as President of the charity. He joined the Sussex Wildlife Trust in 1991 as Head of Conservation before taking on the role […]
Suspended jail term for bogus motor parts trader
AN online trader caught with almost £40,000 worth of counterfeit motor parts for sale has been handed a suspended prison sentence. East Sussex Trading Standards officers discovered the haul, which included spark plugs and fuel injector parts, in the living room of Istvan Lorincz’s home in George Street, Hailsham. The […]
Deputy Lieutenant Celebrates National Volunteers Week
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 […]
THE HOTTEST TRENDS THAT WILL SHAPE THE GREAT BRITISH SUMMER
BRITISH GARDENS SET TO BE TRANSFORMED INTO OPEN-AIR CINEMAS – COMPLETE WITH OUTDOOR FAIRY-LIGHTS AND FIREPIT AQUAPONIC STARTER KITS AND BEES WAX WRAPS WILL BE A FAMILIAR SIGHT IN KITCHENS This summer is expected to be another scorcher, with Britons everywhere set to bask in the glorious sunshine and […]
NEARLY HALF OF BRITS ‘SELF-MEDICATE’ THEIR MENTAL HEALTH
ONE IN FIVE CURRENTLY RELY ON DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TO COPE WITH ISSUES MANY USE SELF-MEDICATION TO FEEL IN CONTROL BUT ARE TAKING BEHAVIOUR TO EXTREMES OTHERS FEEL THEY CAN’T TALK TO ANYONE ABOUT ISSUES More than 24 million Britons self-medicate their mental health symptoms, including using illegal drugs or […]
Highways service ‘puts customers first’
THE team that maintains roads in East Sussex has been praised for its excellent customer service. East Sussex Highways has once again been awarded the Government-backed Customer Service Excellence award, being ranked as ‘fully compliant’ in all areas. Assessors said the organisation put the customer ‘at the heart’ of its […]
Newhaven pumped about new track
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 […]
Story book will help protect youngsters from accidental poisoning
A COLOURFUL new story book and resource pack for teachers and parents aims to protect thousands of young children across East Sussex from accidental poisoning. Launched to coincide with Child Safety Week, June 3 to 9, Staying Safe with Sam uses interactive stories to help youngsters stay safe around laundry […]
Police Gear Up For Exceptionally Busy Half Term Across Surrey And Sussex
Next week’s half term is shaping up to be an exceptionally busy time for Surrey and Sussex with a large number of events taking place across both counties. Surrey Police and Sussex Police will be working closely together to manage all the events which include the Surrey County Show on […]
Progress on Seaford Neighbourhood Plan – Regulation 16 Consultation
Seaford Town Council has submitted to Lewes District Council the Seaford Neighbourhood Plan and associated documentation to be publicised, once again, before submission for scrutiny by a Planning Examiner. Comments have been made on earlier drafts of the documents by the public, landowners and other consultees. The documents have been […]
Safety In Action Day, Newhaven Fort.
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 […]
Three arrested on suspicion of drugs supply after police track car across Sussex
Three men were arrested on suspicion of drugs supply after road policing officers tracked a suspect car along major roads in Sussex. Shortly before 8.30pm on Tuesday (21 May) the BMW, suspected of being connected with people active in ‘County Lines’ drug supply between London and East Sussex, was spotted […]
Mental Health 2019 Achieving the Five year Forward View 26th of September 2019 – RSM, London
Over the last two year’s Govconnects series of Mental Health conferences have provided the platform for delivery partners across the system including NHS England, Health Education England, the Care Quality Commission, Public Health England, the Department of Health and NHS Digital to disclose their next steps on the Five Year […]
Romance fraudsters have no heart!
Sussex Police is encouraging victims of romance fraud to report the ‘fraudster’ who has targeted them, anonymously, via an online form. The force has linked up with Scamalytics who have produced a form which, once completed free of charge, will be sent to genuine dating services for them to check […]
Lewes Depot Burglary – re-appeal for information
Police are re-appealing for information following the burglary and removal of a safe from The Depot cinema in Lewes. The building was broken into at some time between 12 midnight and 3.30am on Good Friday, April 19. Whoever was responsible appears to have spent a significant amount of time inside […]
Parents urged to ditch the car during Walk to School week
PARENTS in East Sussex are being urged to play their part to reduce carbon emissions and cut congestion – by encouraging their child to walk to school. East Sussex County Council is backing national Walk to School Week, which runs all next week (May 20-24) and promotes the environmental and […]
NEWHAVEN TO DIEPPE FERRY CROSSINGS
Summer must be coming. The additional afternoon sailing from Newhaven to Dieppe is now operational. This runs from May to October with departure scheduled around 6.00pm depending on the tides. Check in is recommended at 4.30 pm to allow for sailing variations. The relaxing four hour crossing to Dieppe allows […]
2019 Seahaven Business Awards – The Results
The 2019 Seahaven Business Awards celebrated the very best of the town’s businesses at the Presidents’ Awards dinner on May 10th. This annual event was hosted by Newhaven Chamber of Commerce in association with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers. The award winners and over 100 guests attended in the presence of […]
Public could have their say on strategy for family support
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 […]
FRENCH MARKET COMES TO SEAFORD
The next visit of the authentic French Market to Seaford will be on Friday 17th May. The stall holders who come from the North of France will be setting up in Church Street. The usual French products will be on show with a selection of breads,cheeses, charcuterie and other food […]
SPREADING THE WORD
In recent months, Seaford Town Council has been working hard at publicising all that is good and great about our wonderful town, in line with the strategic objective to develop the cultural and economic wellbeing of Seaford. By spreading the word, more and more people are being made aware of […]
Childline urges young people in Sussex to speak out if they are struggling with exam pressure
Childline reveals thousands of young people have turned to them for support as they struggle to cope with the pressure of exam stress. New figures from the NSPCC are revealed as children all over the country prepare for their exams, with Childline delivering 2,795 counselling sessions on exam stress in […]
Seaford school’s gardening club boost
A Newhaven garden centre has reached out to a local school to support their gardening club. Paradise Park donated compost, vegetable plants and seed potatoes to Cradle Hill Community Primary School in Seaford. The children received them enthusiastically and quickly got to work planting their new beds. “It was a […]
Join The Force As A Contact Handler Recruitment Open Now
The Police Force Contact, Command and Control Department isn’t a call centre, it’s the start of the Police Force front line. If you’re looking for a change in career, look no further. The Contact Handlers are an essential part of policing and have a key role in keeping Sussex safe […]
Protect your van and tools reminder
Following a few reports of van breaks across local areas, Police are reminding van owners to review their security. Having your car or van broken into and losing your things to thieves can be very distressing, especially if it is your livelihood. Don’t leave your van open to thieves, please […]
NEW LOOS
Good news – two new toilets have appeared on Seaford’s seafront. The not so good news; not only are they chemical toilets but a key is needed to access them as they are for sole use of Beach hut renters of the newly installed Westview Beach huts next to the […]
Seaford Town Council successes with 2015-2019 administration.
Seaford Town Councillors were recently advised of the many successes achieved during their 4-year term of office. The term started in May 2015 with the Council having very low financial reserves and therefore it appeared little opportunity to undertake improvements in the town. Despite keeping the Council Tax the lowest […]
Two Brand New Outdoor Table Tennis Tables at the Salts!
Seaford Town Council it pleased to announce that two new outdoor concrete table tennis tables have been delivered and installed at the Salts Recreation Ground next to the Salts Café in Seaford! This has been welcomed as another free activity available to all ages and abilities in the town. Bring […]