The spring 2008 issue of Your County included a short survey asking for your views on the magazine. Nearly 1,000 residents replied, and you can download a full report below.
The results have been included in our Council-wide annual plan as a measure of how well the magazine has performed as a communications tool.
They will also be used to make sure that the magazine meets the needs of residents.
Summary of responses
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respondents continue to have a high regard for the magazine
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96% felt it was easy or very easy to read
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91% felt it was well designed, and
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81% felt it represented value for money.
Overall most respondents are happy with the magazine. They agree that it is easy to read, is well designed and they find the stories and information useful. Most agreed that at 12p per copy it represented good value for money.
What happens next?
Recommendations from this consultation that have already been acted on include:
- adding an A-Z listings
- more focus on the county rather than just Council services (see the four page section in our summer 2008 issue)
- putting the contents on the front cover
- writing in a lighter tone.
We are also looking into the suggestion of getting more advertising to fund the magazine’s production, and providing space to reflect communities’ opinions.
Enquiries
If you have any questions about this survey or need to know more about Your County itself, please contact us:
Phone: 01273 481920
Email: yourcounty@eastsussex.gov.uk
Write to us at:
Communications
East Sussex County Council
County Hall
St Anne’s Crescent
Lewes BN7 1SW
East Sussex County Council