Eastbourne Borough Council news

The Mayor of Eastbourne is inviting people of all ages to showcase their stunning images of the town, from all perspectives, in her Charity Photo Competition 2025.

Cabinet councillors have agreed to launch a consultation on proposals for a new approach to how council homes are allocated to residents on the housing register.

Cabinet councillors have agreed a budget that will limit the council tax increase to just 16p per week. This 2.99% increase for 2025/26 equates to an extra £8.30 a year for a Band D property.

We are deeply disappointed that the government has agreed to cancel the elections.

The Mayor will be leading events in Eastbourne to mark an annual day of reflection to remember those who lost their lives in the coronavirus pandemic.

A raft of local community projects have secured 'essential support' after Cabinet councillors agreed a £66,000 funding package.

The owner of a dilapidated van that was used to store waste has been fined £1,500 along with being ordered to pay the full prosecution costs and a victim surcharge of £600. Additionally, the court made a Remedial Order, mandating the removal of the vehicle within 28 days.

Eastbourne Borough Council is negotiating terms with a new potential tenant of the Sovereign Centre.

Two thirds of council housing budgets are on the brink of collapse - reporting a risk of being unable to set a balanced budget by the next general election.

'Fantastic news' as up to 27 toilets in new scheme

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.

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.