Eastbourne Borough Council news

'Superb' safety scheme for licensed venues reopens

A popular scheme which promotes night-time safety and well-run venues has reopened to applications from licensed premises across Eastbourne.

Three new business owners win £3,500 at start-up awards

A home baker, a painter and decorator and a professional dog carer have all scooped prizes totalling £3,500 in Eastbourne's first business start-up awards.

What are the flood management options for the coastline between Pevensey Bay and Eastbourne over the next 10 years?

An online survey and virtual exhibition have launched with engagement events planned for the coming weeks.

Council leader calls for 'Autumn Statement commitment'

'Multiple council bankruptcies are inevitable' without government support

Water Champion slams Southern Water for 'tsunami of human waste'

With Southern Water's history of sewage discharges never far from the minds of local people, concerned residents from Eastbourne and surrounding towns attended a Full Council meeting to call for cleaner seas and waterways.

Changes to postal and proxy vote applications

Residents in Eastbourne are advised that changes have been made to the way they can apply for postal and proxy votes.

Over 100 councils urge Chancellor to avert homelessness crisis

Cross-party letter signed by 119 council leaders amid surge in use of temporary accommodation

Booking opens for Mayor's 'great festive night out'

Tickets are now on sale for the Mayor's Charity Christmas Dinner to raise funds for her two chosen charities of the year, A Band of Brothers and The Old Bank - Wellbeing Trust.