Grow your own! If you have a garden or windowsill you can grow your own food. Things like herbs or potatoes are really easy to grow and will save you having to buy them from the supermarket in plastic packaging. Join a vegetable box scheme. There are lots of local schemes available […]
ASB Patrols this weekend
Each week, targeted Anti Social Behaviour patrols head out across the district to known areas, and areas of ASB, behaviour or driving, reported by your communities. Call 07989188960 between 1600-2200 each Friday and Saturday if you witness, or are victim to anti-social behaviour (ASB), and report directly to officers on the ground, […]
East Sussex libraries reopen after lockdown
Libraries across the county welcomed back visitors this month as they reopened their doors following the latest easing of lockdown restrictions. Residents can once again browse the shelves and select books as well as return and reserve items. Computers are available to pre-book, and study space and Job Pods for […]
Staff Strike at Moulsecoomb Primary Supported Across City and Community
Teachers and support staff are taking strike action today (Wednesday 28th April) and tomorrow (Thursday 29th April) following the announcement that The Pioneer Academy (TPA) has been imposed as the sponsor by the Regional Schools Commission. Attempts by NEU, GMB and UNISON to correspond with Baroness Berridge, who was given responsibility for […]
Official school closure notification: Wednesday 5 May 2021 – Peacehaven Heights Primary School
School: Peacehaven Heights Primary SchoolUnique school code: 2005Closed: Wednesday 5 May 2021Reason: Industrial action Staff at Peacehaven Heights Primary to Strike Over Academy Plans Two thirds of staff are likely to leave the school if academy plans go ahead. For any queries regarding this notification, please contact CS Customer Relations: […]
Here comes the sun..
The past couple of weeks have seen Eastbourne live up to it’s title of ‘the sunniest place in the UK’ and with the blue skies and rising temperatures, Eastbourne can’t wait for our exciting upcoming outdoor events! Visitors and residents can look forward to a spring and summer full of fun from the enchanting Bluebell […]
Police Forces Unite To Crack Down on Knife Crime
Sussex Police are intensifying its ongoing activities in tackling knife crime and violence as part of the national week of action launching today (26 April). Operation Sceptre bolsters the work undertaken by Sussex police all year round to help keep residents safe from knife-related harm in their local communities. The campaign […]
Seaford Beach Gets a Makeover Thanks to Seaford Shingle Shifters!
When Seaford resident, Chris Conil, put out a post on Facebook to ask for volunteers to help clear shingle from parts of Seaford’s promenade, he wasn’t prepared for the huge response from local residents offering up their services! When lockdown restrictions eased accordingly, Chris put together teams of six people […]
Latest update
The main points from this week’s national influenza and COVID-19 surveillance report are: Surveillance indicators suggest that at a national level COVID-19 activity decreased in week 15 of 2021. Case rates have fallen across all age groups. Case rates continue to be highest in those aged 10 to 19, with a case […]
150 Offences Detected During Weekend Road Safety Operation
More than 150 offences were detected as police carried out a weekend operation dedicated to road safety. Officers from the Roads Policing Unit (RPU), Sussex Safer Roads Partnership and local divisions worked together to provide education, engagement and enforcement in support of the National Police Chiefs’ Council’s ‘two-wheeled’ campaign. In […]
Be on your guard against Covid con, businesses warned
Businesses across the county are being warned to be on their guard against scammers after fake Government letters were delivered in Eastbourne and Hailsham. The hand-delivered letters, claiming to be from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, falsely claim that all businesses must, by law, have Covid-safe air […]
Treebourne call out for volunteers to ‘save the trees’!
Treebourne are calling on all tree-lovers in Eastbourne to volunteer for sessions to help safeguard the future of the 10,500 trees planted at Sevenoaks Rec. After a very dry start to spring, Treebourne are appealing for as many volunteers as possible to help them distribute mulch, straightening trees that have […]
Staff at Peacehaven Heights Primary to Strike Over Academy Plans
We have received this statement regarding Peacehaven Heights School which explains the future of the school:- Two thirds of staff are likely to leave the school if academy plans go ahead. “Last night (Tuesday 20th April), more than 30 parents, staff and local politicians attended a meeting on Zoom to […]
Business Hothouse – A package of free expert business support
If you run a business in the Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven, Peacehaven and surrounding areas, or are thinking of starting one, do take advantage of the package of free business support available to you through the Business Hothouse programme.The Business Hothouse offers free support to start-ups and established businesses in the […]
Lockdown is easing…
But you might want to consider carefully where to pick for your post-lockdown meal out. Even as many restaurants, cafes and takeaways have remained closed to the public, food hygiene inspections have continued over the past few months. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has a hygiene rating system used by local authorities, […]
Catalytic Converter Theft and Free Offer
We have been sent this notice by Sussex police concerning a the growing theft of catalytic converters from cars. “The National Police Chief Council and British Transport Police are running a targeted week of action to raise awareness of catalytic converter theft and offering crime prevention advice to help car […]
UK aid and Unilever reach one billion people with global hygiene campaign to tackle Covid-19
The world’s largest hygiene campaign aimed at tackling the spread of Covid-19 has reached one billion people. The UK Government and Unilever partnered to provide soap, sanitiser and surface disinfectants to developing countries, where there is little or no sanitation. This comes as the UK-backed COVAX scheme reaches deliveries of […]
New Countryside Code launched to help to enjoy the outdoors
A new, refreshed Countryside Code has been launched today by Natural England and Natural Resources Wales, coinciding with the 70th anniversary of the creation of the founding booklet.With more people enjoying the outdoors than ever before, the code has been revised to help people enjoy countryside in a safe and […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Todays tips:
It’s greener to shop local. As well as offering fresher produce grown closer to home, local markets and shops typically use much less plastic packaging than supermarkets. Reducing the amount of stuff you order online also reduces your carbon footprint by cutting road miles and excess packaging, as well as supporting […]
Latest update
The main points from this week’s national influenza and COVID-19 surveillance report are: Surveillance indicators suggest that at a national level COVID-19 activity decreased in week 14 of 2021. Case rates have fallen across all age groups. Case rates continue to be highest in those aged 10 to 19, with a case […]
Week of action to target speeding in Lewes and Seahaven
Throughout the week PCs and PCSOs from your Lewes Neighbourhood Policing Teams have been out across various locations on the district, from Newhaven and Peacehaven, to Seaford and Ringmer, conducting vehicle safety checks, and conducting speed checks in areas which have seen a high rate of reporting. During the week, […]
Nursery’s swap scheme to help families affected by Covid
A Seaford Nursery has started a swap and share scheme for its children and their parents to help those affected financially by the Coronavirus pandemic and also increase the sustainability of items that could be re-homed. Blue Door Nursery, recently shortlisted for UK Nursery of the Year, have teamed up […]
Multiple offences detected during cycle safety operation
Multiple motoring offences were detected by police during an operation to raise awareness of cycle safety. Officers from the Roads Policing Unit and the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership worked together to provide a day of education and enforcement. The activity was held in Sussex on Wednesday 14 April as part […]
Maria Caulfield MP congratulates Bursa Kebab on making British Kebab Awards semi-finals
Lewes MP Maria Caulfield has congratulated Bursa Kebab on being long listed for a prestigious British Kebab Award. Bursa Kebab in Newhaven has been long listed for the British Kebab Award for the Customer Satisfaction category. Bursa Kebab was announced as the semi-finalist and the winners will be announced at […]
Business Restart Grants
Eastbourne and Lewes Councils are open for applications to the new Restart Grant scheme announced by government on the 3 March 2021. The scheme is open to help non-essential retail, hospitality, leisure, accommodation, gyms, sports and personal care businesses re-open safely as Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. For information on the […]
Fisheries and Seafood Scheme opens for applications
The Marine Management Organisation has opened applications for a new grant scheme to support the fishing and seafood sector in England. The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme will provide £6.1 million over the next 12 months with an initial focus on projects that help businesses adapt to life outside the EU’s […]
Safe Against Scams
Find out about useful information and resources to help keep your family, friends and yourself safe from scams. More than ever before, we have been relying on technology to enable us to work, learn and connect with each other. Inevitably, criminals have exploited and used our increased digital lives to […]
Maria Caulfield MP encourages local children to enter Royal Mail hero stamp competition
Lewes MP Maria Caulfield is encouraging local children to take part in the Royal Mail’s competition to design stamps to honour heroes, including key workers and others, who have done great things since the start of the pandemic to help the country through a very challenging period. This competition gives […]
Time running out to register to vote
The deadline is looming for Lewes district residents who want to have their say in the May local elections but have not yet registered to vote. People have until 11.59pm on Monday, April 19 to register for elections being held on Thursday, May 6. As well as elections for East Sussex County Council and the Sussex […]