Eastbourne Borough Council news
Community toilet scheme launched after 'incredible' response
'Fantastic news' as up to 27 toilets in new scheme
Council Leader issues winter homelessness warning
The Leader of Eastbourne Borough Council has warned that the homelessness crisis and costs of temporary accommodation continue to put local services at great risk.
Council offers free business support to Eastbourne small businesses
Eastbourne Borough Council has launched a free business support programme to help local sole traders and small businesses grow and thrive, especially those in construction and related trades.
New operators move into final shop unit in Victoria Place
The final vacant shop in Victoria Place has been successfully filled and becomes the latest business to open following council work to refurbish a number of units. The new shop, currently undergoing a fit-out, will soon open its doors as D.M.Z, an army surplus store, offering a variety of clothing and merchandise to shoppers.
East Sussex district and borough council leaders oppose plans to suspend county elections
We were recently informed by the Conservative leader of East Sussex County Council that he is proposing to cancel the planned county council elections in May 2025, in order for Sussex to be considered a priority area for devolution.
Latest update on the Sovereign Centre
Further to a recent post stating that the fun pool and training pool would be closing following the end of the governance process, we wanted to provide further details of the next steps from here.
Cabinet councillor praises 'great progress' on Eastbourne climate goals
Cabinet councillors have welcomed progress toward its ambitious goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 including an 18.3% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across the borough.
£46,000 for community improvements is 'outstanding news'
Cabinet councillors at Eastbourne Borough Council have committed over £46,000 for 'key infrastructure' in the town.
New operator brings 'superb track record' to Eastbourne theatres
Eastbourne Borough Council has entered a partnership with one of the UK's top theatre and entertainment operators to run the Congress Theatre (1,689 seats), Devonshire Park Theatre (873 seats), Winter Garden (1000+ Seats) and conferencing and exhibition facilities.
Future of Swimming Confirmed at Sovereign Centre
Swimming and swimming lessons have been secured for the long-term at the Sovereign Centre and other 'new activities' are being explored.
Entrepreneurs spread smiles scooping £2,500 at business awards
An entrepreneurial duo who offer personalised gift boxes to suit all occasions have won this year's Eastbourne Local Enterprise and Apprenticeship Platform (LEAP) awards, receiving a £2,500 investment for their new business start-up.
Join the Mayor for festive cheer at Civic Carol Service
The Mayor of Eastbourne is inviting residents to celebrate the festive season with her at the town's Civic Carol Service, as part of the Inspiring Angels Eastbourne festival.