Local News From Eastbourne Newhaven Peacehaven Polegate and Seaford
Two people have been fined £200 each for flytipping a pile of black bags filled with waste and other unwanted items at Eastbourne United Football Club car park. The two culprits are believed to have illegally dumped the mounds of rubbish there on 7 May 2021.Eastbourne Borough Council’s Neighbourhood First team […]
Today’s tips: Take your old batteries back – please never put batteries or items that might contain batteries such as gadgets and toys, in your recycling bin – they have caused fires in our collection vehicles putting the safety of the crew and the Fire Service at risk as well as […]
A Cabinet councillor at Lewes District Council has pledged to continue to lobby government to change the law so that local authorities can tackle ‘unsightly dormant developments’, notably the scaffolding in Talland Parade in Seaford. Despite little or no work taking place on the site, the scaffolding has been in […]
The discovery of the largest ever haul of illegal tobacco in East Sussex has landed a 36-year-old St Leonards man in jail. Dany Dilan of Silchester Road was handed a three-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to five counts relating to trade marks, tobacco packaging and money laundering offences. The […]
Highways England have chosen Lewes district to trial new litter prevention signage. The move follows Lewes District Council’s proactive action to recently clear litter from the A27 between Falmer and Beddingham. The pilot scheme, which launched on Monday 28 June, includes prominent electronic roadside signage installed which displays anti-littering messaging […]
The Council has agreed funding of up to £615,000 to deliver a Supported Apprenticeship programme to create opportunities for some of the county’s most vulnerable residents. People living in East Sussex in supported and temporary accommodation, and those at risk of homelessness in the county, will be given support to […]
Youngsters across the county are being encouraged to stand up for the planet as an annual reading challenge gets underway next month. East Sussex libraries are calling on children aged four to 12 to read six books over the summer months as part of The Reading Agency’s Wild World Heroes, […]
After removing a staggering two tonnes of litter from the westbound side of the A27 in May, Lewes District Council’s Environment First team will be back in action next week clearing the eastbound carriageway between Falmer and Beddingham. The overnight work will begin at 9pm on Monday and take four […]
Holidaymakers will enjoy ‘pop up’ campsites across England this summer to support the surge in demand for staycations. Brits are expected to flock to the nation’s favourite holiday hotspots and destinations in the coming months and the government is keen to ensure red tape does not get in the way […]
This report on behalf of the Sussex Police and Crime Panel A difficult year of policing through a pandemic was put under spotlight by the Sussex Police and Crime Panel. At its first face-to-face meeting since Covid restrictions were introduced last year, the Panel received the Sussex Police and Crime […]
The Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Eastbourne have thanked waste and street cleansing teams for helping to keep the town clean during the pandemic. Councillors Pat Rodohan and Helen Burton praised hard working staff during a guided tour of the Environment First depot in Courtlands Road last week. The Mayor […]
The councillor for sustainability at Lewes District Council is supporting all groups and individuals to play their full part in the work to reduce air pollution. Speaking on Clean Air Day 2021 which is June 17, Councillor Matthew Bird (pictured) outlined the steps the council is taking to improve air […]
Maria Caulfield MP is today, 16th June 2021, celebrating Sussex Day, the annual day in celebration of all things Sussex. The event takes place on St Richard’s Day, the feast day of St Richard of Chichester, Sussex’s patron saint. The date marks the anniversary of the translation of St Richard’s […]
Perfect timing for Sussex Day on 16th June – the return of the very rare Sussex Emerald Moth to Sussex! Last week at Sussex Wildlife Trust’s Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, the first ever caterpillar of the Sussex Emerald Moth was found – in Sussex. This comes after a policy of management […]
A leading expert has welcomed Lewes District Council’s biodiversity strategy and called on everyone in the district to help by ‘inviting wildlife into our gardens and urban greenspaces’. The comments from Professor Dave Goulson followed the decision by Cabinet councillors today (June 10) to approve the strategy and action plan, […]
Two people have been fined £200 each for flytipping a pile of black bags filled with waste and other unwanted items at Eastbourne United Football Club car park. Aaron Bradley and Natalie Oglesby, both of Melbourne Road, Eastbourne, are believed to have illegally dumped the mounds of rubbish there on […]
Since 1974, World Environment Day has been celebrated every year on 5 June, engaging governments, businesses and citizens in an effort to address pressing environmental issues. This year World Environment Day 2021 saw the UN launch their Decade On Restoration. https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/Ecosystems support all life on Earth. The healthier our ecosystems are, the […]
YOUNGSTERS across East Sussex are ‘Staying Safe with Sam’ after receiving free picture books highlighting potential dangers in the home. East Sussex County Council is one of only two authorities in the country to have received the resources from the Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) as part of an initiative […]
Roads in East Sussex will get a summer makeover this month as a £1.3 million surface dressing programme gets underway. East Sussex Highways will treat rural and urban roads across the county, from Alfriston to Wadhurst, covering an area of more than 141,000 square metres or approximately 20 football pitches. […]
Lewes District Council cleared 2.25 tonnes of litter and 17.5 tonnes of vegetation and soil blocking roadside drains from a 10km stretch of the A27 over four nights last week. The council’s Environment First team worked between the Beddingham Roundabout and the Falmer slip road in stages from 9pm to 6am Monday to Thursday. Energy drink cans, disposable coffee cups and contractor debris […]
The Chair of Lewes District Council has given Green United his full support after taking part in the BIG ASK, an event where young people presented their ideas for environmental action to key decision makers, organisations and others stakeholders in Lewes district. Councillor Adrian Ross, Chair of Lewes District Council, […]
Your local Furniture Re-use Network distribute unwanted furniture and household goods to those in need. Or advertise your old furniture in your local paper or on websites such as Freecycle or Freegle. Having a clear out? Donate good quality clothing, books and unwanted gifts to charity shops. Alternatively use the clothing banks at your local […]
May sees surge in parking officer attacks Parking enforcement officers are seeing an increase in attacks following a peaceful month in which not a single incident was recorded. East Sussex County Council is again calling on motorists to treat civil parking enforcement officers with respect as they go about their […]
Caroline Ansell MP and Maria Caulfield MP have united to call in two large scale local planning applications which would seriously impact both constituencies. The application at the neighbouring Hindsland and Mornings Mill sites in Willingdon would see over 700 housing units built on green field land on the edge of Polegate. The site […]
The councillors who will make up East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet have been announced at a meeting of the full council on Tuesday 25th May. With voters electing a majority of Conservatives in May’s election, Cllr Keith Glazier ( pictured ) will return as leader of the council for the […]
EMPLOYERS from across East Sussex will be on hand to inspire and mobilise the future workforce during an innovative virtual careers week. The Careers East Sussex working group, coordinated by East Sussex County Council, in collaboration with always possible, Culture Shift and Sussex STEM, is hosting eight events between Monday, […]
The County’s response to winter weather saw more than 42,500 miles of road gritted, an end of season report has revealed. With temperatures rising and winter seeming a distant memory, East Sussex Highways’ busiest season since 2017 has come to an end. A review of the county’s winter service, which […]
Todays tips: Show your old clothes some love! If you’re giving having a Spring clear-out of your wardrobe there’s no need to throw these items away! Drop them off at a charity shop or use a local clothing bank to reduce waste and help others in the process. Get more ideas […]
Maria Caulfield MP is urging East Sussex County Council to make applications for government funding from the Local Authority Treescapes Fund (LATF). Defra has announced the Local Authority Treescapes Fund to increase tree planting and natural regeneration in local communities. £2.7 million will be available this year (2021/22), building the […]
Leading Green declares: ‘there are no safe Conservative seats in Lewes anymore’ The Chailey county division saw a huge swing from Conservative to Green – see diagram. Local Greens are celebrating a historic breakthrough in Thursday’s council elections, after record results in Lewes, Ringmer and a photo finish in Chailey […]
Residents across the county are being urged to consider becoming foster carers during Foster Care Fortnight. During the annual campaign, which this year runs from May 10 to 23, the county council is highlighting the need to find more people who can provide local children and young people with a home […]
Seaford is an incredible place to live in or visit, enjoying amazing scenery, access to several beautiful beaches, the South Downs National Park, and a fabulous town centre with eateries, shops and galleries to peruse. Seaford Town Council has been working hard to look after the town and surrounding nature […]
Millions of pieces of litter are dropped every day in England. Littering is not only unsightly, but has a devastating impact on our native wildlife. The national ‘Keep it, Bin it’ campaign, encourages people to responsibly dispose of their litter. The campaign is targeted towards 16-24 year olds, with a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]