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Press releases

September 2006

Teachers' study pays off

Friday 29 September 2006

Teachers in East Sussex have been awarded for their skills in teaching about drugs and sex education.

County chiefs slam Eurostar decision

Thursday 28 September 2006

Regeneration chiefs in East Sussex have slammed Eurostar plans to slice the number of trains stopping daily at Ashford International by two thirds.

New Children’s Centre for Greater Hollington

Wednesday 27 September 2006

The new Greater Hollington Children’s Centre in St. Leonards will be officially opened on Friday 29 September to provide services and support for families with children aged five years and under.

East Sussex County Council’s award windfall

Wednesday 27 September 2006

East Sussex County Council’s success in encouraging recycling and waste-reduction is set to reap a windfall at this year’s prestigious Green Apple Awards.

Inclusive festival is a sporting success

Wednesday 27 September 2006

Pupils from schools across East Sussex took part in a special sports festival recently in Eastbourne.

Bookstart campaign kicks off in East Sussex

Wednesday 27 September 2006

Encouraging more parents and carers to enjoy reading with their babies and young children is the aim of a national campaign being promoted in East Sussex next month.

Three Walking buses for Harlands School

Wednesday 27 September 2006

Harlands Primary School in Uckfield is celebrating having the most walking buses of any school in East Sussex, as International Walk to School month kicks off next week (2 October).

Port announcement "a huge boost" for Newhaven

Tuesday 26 September 2006

Improved ferry services, more jobs and houses and better transport links for Newhaven could be the outcome of a decision made today by Newhaven Port and Properties Ltd in close consultation with East Sussex County Council and Lewes District Council.

East Sussex County Council to open 18 new children’s centres

Tuesday 26 September 2006

Members of the County Council’s Cabinet have agreed to a massive expansion of children’s centres across the county.

Further support for bed and breakfasts

Monday 25 September 2006

Guesthouses and bed and breakfasts in East Sussex are being offered further support from a joint safety and advice campaign.

Council prepares for increasing numbers of older people

Friday 22 September 2006

Care services for the elderly in East Sussex will soon be under far greater demand as the 'baby-boomer' generation reaches retirement age, the county council has warned.

Herstmonceux archive acquired after public appeal

Wednesday 20 September 2006

A unique archive of watercolour drawings of Herstmonceux Castle has been preserved for the county following a successful public appeal.

Alcohol safety at student fair

Wednesday 20 September 2006

Students will be given clear information about responsible drinking when safety campaigners visit the University of Brighton Freshers’ Fair in Eastbourne this month.

Bexhill High School put forward for multi-million rebuild fund

Tuesday 19 September 2006

A bid for Government funding to rebuild and refurbish Bexhill High School has been agreed today by East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet.

Newick targets road safety

Tuesday 19 September 2006

School children, residents and town councillors in Newick are driving home the message that motorists must slow down to make the area a safer place.

Improved results in maths and science for 14 year olds

Tuesday 19 September 2006

Provisional Key Stage 3 results published by the Government show significant improvements in maths and science in secondary schools and colleges in East Sussex.

Elderly patients asked for their views on social services

Tuesday 19 September 2006

Elderly patients have been asked about the image they have of East Sussex County Council social services so they can help shape future promotion of care.

Prosecuting parents works as a last resort

Friday 15 September 2006

Taking parents to court over their children’s absence is getting children back into school.

Secondary school applications go online

Friday 15 September 2006

Applications for secondary school places can now be made via East Sussex County Council’s web site.

Trading Standards marks a year of informing businesses

Thursday 14 September 2006

East Sussex Trading Standards is celebrating the first anniversary of the Business Support Network (BSN), the first group of its kind in the country.

Grants for a greener community

Wednesday 13 September 2006

The County Council is offering money to help schools and community groups in East Sussex who have ideas on how to reduce rubbish.

"Rye Guy" keeps town open for business.

Wednesday 13 September 2006

Alan Webb will be the Public Liason Officer helping to keep Rye open for business whilst improvements are made to Landgate Arch.

11th WoodFair at Bentley to rival best

Tuesday 12 September 2006

This year’s WoodFair at Bentley, supported by East Sussex County Council, is set to be one of the best yet. With over 130 exhibitors already booked for 15–17 September, it’s as big as last year’s record-breaking event, attended by 10,000 visitors over the weekend.

County Council pushes for best deal for Newhaven

Wednesday 13 September 2006

A leading Councillor from East Sussex County Council will be going to France on Friday 15 September to continue discussions with the President of the Department of Seine-Maritime, Didier Marie, about the development of Newhaven and to push for the best deal for residents and businesses.

Under 12s must have car safety seats

Wednesday 13 September 2006

Road safety officers at East Sussex County Council are spreading the message to parents about the new child car seat law, which is being introduced next week.

Prevention training launched on World Suicide Awareness Day

Thursday 7 September 2006

A pioneering 'first aid' scheme to reduce suicide rates will begin this weekend.

Councillors pledge support for gardening project

Wednesday 6 September 2006

Councillors visited a gardening project for people with learning disabilities to pledge their support for the scheme.

Theatre group spreads word on litter in East Sussex schools

Wednesday 6 September 2006

Children in East Sussex will be learning the dangers of littering from a stage show touring schools throughout September and October.

Roadside memorials

Tuesday 5 September 2006

A policy to manage, but not ban, laying floral tributes and memorials at the site of fatal accidents was agreed today by East Sussex County Council.

Accidents halved on A22

Tuesday 5 September 2006

Accidents on the southbound carriageway of the A22 Hailsham bypass have more than halved, following the closure of central reservation gaps and the introduction of a lower speed limit.

Cyclists to try Paris to London cycle route

Monday 4 September 2006

A group of more than 30 cyclists from the UK and France will ride from Paris to London to highlight plans for a cycle route linking the two capitals

Keep a composter in the kitchen

Friday 1 September 2006

A new composter is now available from East Sussex County Council which can be kept in the kitchen and will take all organic waste.

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