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Press releases – March 2009

Council to hold ‘Recycle Reading’ green sale

Tuesday 31 March 2009

Bargains galore will be the order of the day at a ‘Recycle Reading’ sale organised by East Sussex County Council.

The rise of the Silver Surfer

Tuesday 31 March 2009

Silver surfers in Lewes are improving their computer skills thanks to a pilot programme put together by East Sussex County Council.

Approved trader scheme gets another boost

Monday 30 March 2009

A scheme that promotes honest and reliable traders has received another boost.

Help for victims of domestic violence

Monday 30 March 2009

Partnerships in East Sussex grow ever stronger as they continue their work in reducing repeat incidents of domestic violence.

Helping to beat the crunch – Council works with local credit unions

Monday 30 March 2009

Residents finding it difficult to get legitimate sources of credit could have their problems eased following a partnership agreement in East Sussex.

Award winning Rights of Way

Monday 30 March 2009

East Sussex County Council’s Rights of Way team have been presented with a national award from Natural England.

Bogus charity collection warning

Thursday 26 March 2009

Residents in East Sussex are being warned about a bogus doorstep charity collection operating in the county.

Help us build the future of bus services and community transport

Wednesday 25 March 2009

More than a hundred people from key community groups attended an East Sussex County Council event this week to tell us their views about bus services and community transport in the county.

Staff dedication, commitment and achievement praised

Wednesday 25 March 2009

The dedication and commitment of County Council staff means that children and families in East Sussex are benefiting from better services, according to the Council’s director of Children’s Services.

County Council supports Earth Hour switch off

Wednesday 25 March 2009

We’ll be joining East Sussex residents in the worldwide one hour ‘switch off’ this Saturday evening, by turning off all unnecessary lights in our buildings for one hour between 8.30pm and 9.30pm.

Council signals its commitment to children in care

Tuesday 24 March 2009

Outlining its commitment to children and young people in care, East Sussex County Council has agreed a set of promises that pledge it will do all it can to ensure their happiness, welfare and future opportunities.

Pupils unveil wall of support

Tuesday 24 March 2009

A mammoth piece of artwork produced by East Sussex pupils during Anti-bullying week last year is set to go on display.

Multi-million pound school project takes a step forward

Tuesday 24 March 2009

The next phase of a multi-million pound project for Bexhill students moved a step closer this week.

Acting FAST saves lives

Monday 23 March 2009

Would you realise if someone you loved was having a stroke? A recent survey of adults living in East Sussex found that 25% couldn’t name any of the symptoms – with potentially lethal implications.

Council launches new sexual health training courses

Friday 20 March 2009

A series of new training sessions is set to be launched as part of the drive to improve sexual health information and advice for young people.

New computers in your local library

Friday 20 March 2009

People using their local library will now benefit from improved computer facilities following the completion of a countywide upgrade programme.

Talking books – author events for school pupils

Wednesday 18 March 2009

Pupils from secondary and primary schools in East Sussex and Brighton & Hove will hear some of their favourite stories brought to life this month by a trio of top writers.

Rye Harbour open for visitors

Wednesday 18 March 2009

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve remains open for visitors, following the chemical spill at Rye Harbour Road and the immediate clean up operation last week.

Have your say on local bus services

Wednesday 18 March 2009

People in East Sussex are invited to have their say on proposals for bus services in their area.

Top rating for financial management

Monday 16 March 2009

East Sussex County Council has been praised by an independent council watchdog for its financial management and use of resources.

Can you help care for a disabled child in East Sussex?

Monday 16 March 2009

Do you have the time and energy to give care and support to a child with special needs? If so then East Sussex County Council wants to hear from you.

Double boost for award-winning website

Thursday 12 March 2009

A website designed to make it easier for people to access East Sussex County Council services has received a double boost.

Hailsham youth club re-opens

Thursday 12 March 2009

A new and improved youth club will re-open this month after young people in Hailsham told the County Council exactly what they wanted.

Royal visit supports Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award in Sussex

Wednesday 11 March 2009

HRH The Earl of Wessex, Trustee of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, will visit East Sussex on Wednesday 11 March 2009 to give his support to two DofE projects.

New skate park opens its doors

Tuesday 10 March 2009

An indoor skate park which is the first of its kind in East Sussex has opened its doors to young people.

And the award goes to…

Tuesday 10 March 2009

Today we're celebrating the achievements of staff working in adult social care. Day in, day out, these special people dedicate themselves to supporting others.

A change for the better

Tuesday 10 March 2009

A radical shake-up of day services in the county offers new hope to people with mental health issues. With life-changing potential, the new reforms will mean day centres in East Sussex focus on recovery, inclusion and a return to employment.

Help us reach children out of school

Tuesday 10 March 2009

Children missing school will miss out on life’s opportunities – that’s the message of a new campaign by East Sussex County Council.

Huge cash boost for voluntary groups in East Sussex

Friday 6 March 2009

Voluntary and community groups across East Sussex are set to receive a cash boost following a funding agreement by the County Council.

Four-star top rating for County Council services

Thursday 5 March 2009

Residents in East Sussex receive good services from the County Council and the authority is one of the best performing in the UK.

East Sussex children need you

Wednesday 4 March 2009

A drive to find the very best social workers to support children in East Sussex kicks off this month.

Bidders picked for vital road scheme

Wednesday 4 March 2009

Five construction firms and joint ventures have been selected by East Sussex County Council to bid for the contract to build the Bexhill to Hastings link road.

Guitar masterclass

Tuesday 3 March 2009

A great chance to watch one of the country’s top guitar players in action is taking place in Lewes on 10 March.

East Sussex schools waste not, win lots

Monday 2 March 2009

Pupils at Priory School, Lewes have been among the first in East Sussex to take part in a project to reduce waste, become more resource efficient, and win prize money for their school.

Drug services prepared after cannabis change

Monday 2 March 2009

Substance Misuse Services in East Sussex are opening their doors even wider since the government announced its reclassification of cannabis.

Easier and cheaper to telephone the County Council

Monday 2 March 2009

Residents will now find it easier to telephone East Sussex County Council with the introduction of new Council contact numbers.

Annual parking report published

Monday 2 March 2009

The latest annual report on parking and enforcement in East Sussex has been published.

Council gets national award for dyslexia work

Monday 2 March 2009

The commitment of East Sussex County Council to helping young people with dyslexia has been nationally recognised.

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