Eastbourne Borough Council news

New Mayor elected as fresh appointments made to Cabinet
Councillor Margaret Bannister elected Mayor of Eastbourne as she steps down from her Deputy Leader and portfolio holder roles amid a Cabinet restructure.

Council confers highest honour on Holocaust survivor
Eastbourne Borough Council has honoured Holocaust survivor Dorit Oliver-Wolff BEM by bestowing her with its highest award, Freedom of the Borough.

Council's 'landmark project' to deliver 100 new affordable homes begins
Work has started on an ambitious council project to create 100 new affordable homes at the former Victorian pump house site off Bedfordwell Road.

Reformer Movement Studio Officially Opens in Meads
A revolutionary fitness movement that adapts to all body shapes, sizes, and fitness levels has arrived in Eastbourne.

Survey launched on future of local government
Residents across East Sussex are being invited to take part in a survey that will help reshape local government and how services are run in the future.

'Oasis of colour' planned for Eastbourne seafront
Kew Gardens expert leading Carpet Gardens showcase

Eastbourne's free business start-up programme returns - register now!
Would-be entrepreneurs and new business owners in Eastbourne are invited to register for a free programme designed to help their new ventures flourish.

Initial plan approved for Local Government Reorganisation in East Sussex
Cabinet councillors at Eastbourne Borough Council last night (March 19) agreed an interim plan on Local Government Reorganisation for submission to government.

Councillors agree £92,000 boost for community schemes
Cabinet councillors have approved grants totalling over £92,000 for a diverse range of community projects across Eastbourne that will benefit local people.

2050 vision for Eastbourne Seafront moves ahead
Cabinet councillors have approved next steps to drive forward a strategy that creates a 2050 vision for Eastbourne's iconic seafront, following an extensive public consultation.

Councillor praises 'effectiveness' of Community Safety Partnership
Cabinet councillors have welcomed achievements by the local Community Safety Partnership that have contributed to making Eastbourne a safer place to live and work over the past year.

Council takes action on problem caravan
An eyesore caravan has been removed from Upperton Gardens where it had been left for over 18 months, attracting anti-social behaviour.