Lewes District Council news
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Garden waste vehicles in Lewes District get new look thanks to residents' appreciation during Covid 19Lewes District Council's Garden Waste vehicles have been given a new look thanks to the appreciation of residents during Covid 19.
19/10/2020
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Lewes District Council is asking landowners to come forward if they have sites that could form part of a new local plan.The new Lewes Local Plan, which is commencing preparation, will set the framework for future planning decisions in the District up to 2040.
07/10/2020
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Second recovery summit to be hosted by deputy leaderFollowing the success of the first Lewes district recovery summit held in July, the Deputy Leader of Lewes District Council will host a follow-up event next week (14 October).
07/10/2020
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Community effort brings raft of beach initiativesA host of new initiatives aimed at improving Seaford beach for residents and visitors to enjoy has been underway - thanks to the hard work of a community partnership.
30/09/2020
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Council call for sites to be considered for future local planLewes District Council is asking landowners to come forward if they have sites that could form part of a new local plan. The new Lewes Local Plan, which is commencing preparation, will set the...
30/09/2020
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New ''one-stop'' website launches to help local independent shopsLewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council have launched a new website to promote the wide array of local independent shops in the area.
29/09/2020
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Renewal of Newhaven's Railway Quay gets go-ahead after securing £500,000 government fundingThe renewal of Railway Quay in Newhaven is set to go-ahead after the Town Deal Board secured £500,000 in government funding.
28/09/2020
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Council Leader: ''We will overcome financial impact of Covid-19''The Leader of Lewes District Council has said the Covid-19 financial challenge "will not define the future of the authority" as plans are agreed to identify savings alongside new ways of working.
25/09/2020
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LEAP of faith as council pledges support for business entrepreneursLewes District Council has agreed to continue its business support programmes for a further three years.
25/09/2020
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New chapter for former UTC building to bring Newhaven jobs and growthCabinet councillors have today (Thurs Sept 24) agreed to drive ahead with ambitious plans for the former UTC building which will create jobs and further boost Newhaven's economic growth.
25/09/2020
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Council agrees £500,000 loan for Lewes district leisure centresLewes District Council is providing a £500,000 loan to Wave Leisure Trust to help restart gym, swim and exercise classes for people across the Lewes district amid the trust's financial difficulties...
25/09/2020
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Deputy Leader calls on Secretary of State to ''step up and fulfil his commitment to local government''Cabinet councillors at Lewes District Council have today (24/9/20) endorsed the authority's medium-term financial strategy (MTFS) and appealed to the Secretary of State for Local Government, Robert...
25/09/2020
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Wildflowers buzzing with bees in LewesWildflowers at Southover Grange Gardens in Lewes are attracting creatures great and small with people as well as bees and insects enjoying the colourful blooms.
22/09/2020
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Call for business owners to hear about an ''exciting'' project in NewhavenLocal businesses and entrepreneurs are being invited to attend a virtual briefing about a potential new project on Railway Quay in Newhaven.
21/09/2020
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Council's commitment to help people with hidden disabilitiesCouncillors at Lewes District Council last night (Thurs Sept 17) passed a motion to formally support a scheme that discreetly indicates a person has a hidden disability and may need help.
21/09/2020
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Council Chair: ''Enjoy the last few days of fantastic Artwave''The Chair of Lewes District Council was wowed by the artwork and creative crafts on display at this year's Artwave and is looking forward to the final few days of the festival still to come.
16/09/2020
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BSW Building Services awarded gas appliance contractThe new contract began on 14 September 2020
15/09/2020
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Everest challenge comes to FirleAn epic attempt to cycle up (and down) Firle Beacon 70 times and match the height of Mount Everest gets underway on Sunday September 20.
15/09/2020
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Climate emergency: Sustainable Business Partnership and 3VA to lead Community ForumLewes District Council has appointed the Sustainable Business Partnership Community Interest Company (CIC) and 3VA to lead the Lewes District Council Climate Forum.
08/09/2020
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Garden therapy project at Lewes House celebrates first birthdayGarden therapy project at Lewes House celebrates first birthday
07/09/2020