Local News From Eastbourne Newhaven Peacehaven Polegate and Seaford
This week, and in the lead up to Christmas, additional stop checks are being carried out across the district by officer, checking for motorists that are driving whilst under the influence, of alcohol or drugs. Already this week there have been two arrests for drink/drug driving. One for driving with […]
A message from Darrell Gale, Director of Public Health for East Sussex “We’re seeing a worrying rise in Covid infections in parts of East Sussex. We must act now to change this trend, or our lives will get much more difficult. “The number of people with new cases of Covid […]
School: St Leonards Church Of England Primary Academy, St Leonards-on-seaUnique school code: 2017Partly closed: Friday 11 December 2020Reason: COVID-19 local arrangementsMore information: Academy is closed on Friday 11th December for all children except for key worker children who need to book in on the App . Work will be placed […]
The Health Secretary has announced that hospital staff, patients and visitors in hospitals which are part of Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust and East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust will benefit from refurbished wards, brand new electrics and upgraded ventilation systems. The Government has announced allocations of £600 million to tackle […]
Maria Caulfield MP is helping to raise awareness of fake electrical goods for sale online as more shoppers turn online for their Christmas shopping. Concerns around Covid-19 have led to many of us to shop online this Christmas instead of visiting the High Street. Consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First […]
The NHS in the Sussex is reminding people with long-term conditions that this year it’s more important than ever for them to have their free flu vaccination. Research shows that if people get flu and coronavirus at the same time, they are more likely to be seriously ill or be […]
A message from Darrell Gale, Director of Public Health for East Sussex. “Putting East Sussex in the ‘high risk’ tier for coronavirus reflects the uncomfortable truth that cases here are still rising quite steeply rather than coming down, as they are in England as a whole. “For months we’ve had […]
East Sussex has been classed as at ‘high risk’ from Covid which means that new rules will be in force in our county when the current national restrictions come to an end on Wednesday (December 2). The government’s ‘high risk’ assessment, announced today, puts East Sussex in the middle of […]
A new service has just gone live to support the national NHS Test and Trace system. Working from West Sussex County Council’s COVID-19 Community Hub, the service will take on responsibility for contacting individuals across East and West Sussex who have received a positive COVID-19 test result, but were unable […]
“DON’T DROP YOUR GUARD” The latest research* carried out by new Hypochlorous hand sanitiser Steril-eeze released today has revealed that worryingly, we are relaxing our hand hygiene, with 25% fewer people now hand sanitising up to five times a day than in lockdown one. Nearly a quarter of us cite the […]
Maria Caulfield MP, who returned to the NHS during the Covid19 pandemic, is backing a law in Parliament to create a new system of volunteer reservists for the NHS, modelled on Armed Forces reservists and police special constables. The NHS Reserve Staff Bill was presented in Parliament on Tuesday 24 […]
Touch screens have become an unavoidable part of daily life for consumers and staff. If a screen is there people expect to be able to interact with it. During a time when we are trying to reduce contact with others, touch screens reduce person to person interaction, queuing and dwell […]
New short film released by the Government shows how coronavirus lingers in enclosed spaces and how to keep your home ventilated Research shows that being in a room with fresh air can reduce risk of infection from particles by over 70% The film is part of the Hands. Face. Space. campaign which […]
Living through this pandemic has reiterated how important it is to regularly wash our hands, prepare food hygienically, take extra precautions when caring for loved ones, and keep vaccinations up to date. These precautions not only help to curb the spread of the coronavirus, but play a part in addressing […]
“We see our products as the new layer of safety and security needed in places like schools, where surfaces are touched frequently but cleaning and handwashing can’t be done continuously.” It is so important to keep schools open if we possibly can but requirements placed on schools also create big […]
A senior nurse in Sussex has warned of the risks to pregnant women if they don’t have their flu jab. Catching flu is more than a cough, sore throat and runny nose and for pregnant women, it can cause serious complications including pneumonia and an increased the risk of a […]
We have received this notification from Neighbourhood Watch and they would like to share it with you. In these difficult times it is important that we are aware of restrictions and how they can affect the vulnerable. ” As Neighbourhood Watch we believe it is very important that we all […]
A new campaign is being launched to help prevent abusive head trauma in Sussex by helping parents and carers to understand why babies cry, and providing advice for how to cope. Research suggests that some parents/care givers may lose control when a baby’s crying becomes too much, and this momentary […]
“Getting the flu vaccine is safe during the lockdown” The NHS in Sussex is urging those at risk of getting very ill from flu not to put off booking and getting their free flu jab during the new national lockdown. Even though lockdown restrictions are in place until 2 December, […]
London based Veraco has designed and manufactured a range of Antimicrobial adhesive pads and wraps to be used on frequently touched surfaces, such as door handles, shopping trolleys and handrails. They use ‘Silver Ions’ technology which works by breaking down the biological make-up of micro organisms, in order to stop […]
In line with Government policy the lockdown started to-day Thursday 5th November until Wednesday 2nd December. The list of restrictions are listed above and in more detail on the home page of the Seahaven FM website.
Carers are being offered the free flu jab to protect them from catching the virus and stop its spread to those they care for, who could become seriously ill and even die from catching the flu. The NHS is offering those who are the main carer for another person, or who receive […]
Councillor Zoe Nicholson and Councillor James MacCleary demand the resources needed from government to ‘keep our communities safe’ The Deputy Leader of Lewes District Council has written to Matt Hancock MP, the Secretary of State for Health & Social Care, with an impassioned plea to put the responsibility for the […]
Testing is crucial to the ability to shut down outbreaks of the virus locally and we have been fortunate that we are still living in an area with low numbers of cases. We did have an issue recently when the Amex football ground had to close the testing site there […]
· Health Secretary urges people to follow guidelines to protect themselves and others from the potentially debilitating long-term impact of COVID-19 · New film released today featuring stories of four people, one aged just 23, who are living with the long-term effects of the virus New data suggests long COVID affects around […]
66% of UK adults admit to experiencing issues with blurred vision College of Optometrists has teamed up with BAFTA award-nominated director Mark Nunneley to release the first completely blurred film to highlight the issue He is part of the Ridley Scott creative group, so Mark Nunneley knows how to make […]
The local NHS is urging pregnant people to get their free flu jab now, as during pregnancy there is a higher chance of developing complications from flu and can include bronchitis, a chest infection that can become serious and develop into pneumonia. The Influenza Virus can also impact on unborn babies being […]
A message from Darrell Gale. Director of Public Health for East Sussex “But now isn’t a time to become complacent.” “A few weeks ago, Eastbourne saw a sharp rise in cases and now we are seeing an increased number of positive test results in the Hastings and Wealden areas. In […]
Get ‘Hands On’ and Learn How to Perform CPR To mark Restart a Heart Day on Friday 16th October 2020, life-saving charity Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) is urging people to learn the simple steps required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in order to give somebody suffering a cardiac […]
This year it is even more important that people who are most at risk of flu have their free vaccination and the local NHS is reassuring those eligible there is plenty of time for everyone to book and get their flu jab. GP practices and pharmacies are receiving batches of […]
Following on from the successful burglary campaign last month, neighbourhood watch partners ERA are generously offering an amazing 50% limited offer on one of their simple home alarm systems. ERA tells us “this alarm system is great for homes that don’t want SMART necessarily and just want an alarm to […]
East Sussex County Council is looking for anonymous feedback from East Sussex employers about health and wellbeing in the workplace. Your responses will help them design future services by understanding what type and format of support is needed by local employers. To complete the survey visit here consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/public-health/f41e53c1. The County Council […]
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, […]
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 […]
Local MP Maria Caulfield has urged all those people in the Lewes constituency who are eligible for the flu jab to get one this winter, as the Government launches its drive to vaccine 30 million people. The drive to vaccines comes as new research from Public Health England suggests that […]
On Thursday 24 September, the government is launching a new NHS app to help trace and restrict the spread of coronavirus in our communities. Designated businesses and venues that are open to the public are required by law to print and display a scannable QR code issued by Government. This will […]
The parents of thousands of children in Sussex are being urged to get their child protected against flu this year, reducing the risk of them becoming seriously ill and infecting their wider family. Every child aged two to three is eligible and can receive the vaccine at their GP practice. […]
Flu vaccination clinics across East Sussex are underway this September and the NHS is encouraging anyone who is eligible for a free flu vaccination to book an appointment with their GP or pharmacist, as soon as they receive an invitation. Every year the flu virus kills people and hospitalises many […]
PUBLIC INFORMATION CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS INDOORS THIS WINTER A new science based public information campaign Hands. Face. Space will be launched ahead of winter to highlight how everyone can help to stop the spread of the virus by remembering to wash their hands, cover their face and make space. […]
Most parents do not think their children understand road dangers or concentrate properly when near roads, a new survey reveals as pupils prepare to set off back to school from next week. Safety campaigners have urged parents to help children learn the Green Cross Code “as they would their spellings […]
Lewes District Council has produced a beach guide to help keep visitors to Seaford seafront safe during the holiday season. The guide has been put together in partnership with Seaford Town Council, Newhaven Port and Properties and the Environment Agency and provides lots of helpful information about local amenities and […]
UK weather warnings have been issued by the Met Office, covering Thunderstorms over the next 6 days including today. It is difficult for us to summarise these, so we would recommend referring to their website for full details. Their home page is https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/. The UK weather warnings are at https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2020-08-12. Once there […]
With record breaking temperatures and scorching weather at the weekend, your local NHS has some tips on enjoying the sun safely: 1. Look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated – older people, those with underlying health conditions and those who live alone are particularly at […]
Childrens’ play areas in Eastbourne reopened earlier this month in line with government guidance on easing lockdown measures. Parents are reminded they are responsible for their children’s hand hygiene, and good practice such as applying sanitiser before and after using the equipment is recommended. Meanwhile, public toilets are open usual […]
Please take note of this reminder from the NHS. As we move towards the height of summer, with all the schools on their holidays, and as more facilities and venues start to reopen, your local NHS wants to make sure you enjoy the summer safely and to remind you that […]
Joint update from Eastbourne Borough Council, East Sussex County Council and Public Health England The virus has not gone away and we’re seeing the fluctuation of relatively small numbers of cases in many parts of the country.This includes Eastbourne, where the weekly infection rate has fluctuated between 10 cases and […]