News Articles
Business support programmes launched in East Sussex
Publish Date: 8 March 2024
The Ready to Grow and Big Ambitions programmes, which have received £447,464 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, are open to companies based in Lewes, Eastbourne, Rother and Wealden districts. Ready To Grow is a training programme for early-stage business owners who have been trading for less than three years. The...
New medical centre plan for Wealden moves forward
Publish Date: 6 March 2024
The centre will be located within the town centre area and Wealden District Council has been working with the Sussex Integrated Care Board to bring the plan forward. It is anticipated the facility will accommodate the Hailsham Medical Group, East Sussex Healthcare Trust, and Bridgeside Surgery and meet the need to accommodate Hailsham’s growing population....
New contractor appointed for Streatfeild House
Publish Date: 5 March 2024
Trinity Homes Ltd has been awarded the contract to complete Streatfeild House, following a competitive tendering exercise. The project received planning approval in October 2022 and will provide 20 affordable, carbon zero homes - 18 homes for rent, and two for purchase on a shared ownership basis. Two homes will be suitable for wheelchair users...
An enhanced Council Tax Reduction Scheme has been approved, providing residents with more financial support
Publish Date: 27 February 2024
As of 1 April 2024, residents can earn more compared to last year and still receive help with their Council Tax. Under the enhanced scheme, a single person could receive a 100% reduction in their Council Tax if their earnings are up to £103.82 a week; a couple with no children could earn up to...
Wealden Draft Local Plan consultation dates released
Publish Date: 26 February 2024
The Draft Local Plan Regulation 18 document was agreed at a Full Council meeting and will be consulted on alongside its supporting Sustainability Appraisal. The consultation dates are now confirmed, meaning the consultation period will run from 5pm, Friday 15 March to 5pm, Friday 10 May 2024. Alongside the face-to-face exhibitions, Wealden District Council will...