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Issue 41, May/June 2008

Keeping you up-to-date with what's happening in East Sussex

Prize draw – free admission to Drusillas Park

Win complimentary day passes for 4 people to Drusillas zoo and adventure park in Alfriston. Entries close 30 June.Subscribe to this newsletter to enter next month's competition.

Have your say on housing and support for older people

How can we best provide the kind of living arrangements older people want? Let us know what you think of our draft strategy for the Wealden area. Consultation closes 31 July 2008.

Extended schools

There are now 115 schools in East Sussex offering extended services such as wraparound childcare, after school activities, parenting support and community use of facilities. To find out what's on offer near you download our list of extended schools.

Music lessons in schools and colleges

If your child goes to a state school in East Sussex and is interested in singing or learning to play an instrument, you can apply for lessons from the Music Service. For more information download a registration pack or apply online.

Text service to help asthma sufferers on pollution days

A free air quality text message alert service for asthma sufferers and people with other respiratory conditions is being introduced ahead of summer. Find out more in our press releases section.

County joins the fight against climate change

East Sussex County Council has become the latest local authority to show its commitment to tackling climate change by signing the Nottingham Declaration. Find out more in our press releases section.

Lewes to become more pedestrian-friendly

A series of improvements to make Lewes more pedestrian-friendly is to begin on Monday 2 June lasting 18 to 20 weeks. Find out more in our press releases section.

Did you know?

If you're thinking of buying a new household appliance you can find out which is the most energy efficient on the market at sust-it.net.

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