Author: James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI

Cllr Roy Galley, chairman of East Sussex County Council, has welcomed the Sussex Tourism Alliance, which officially launched at a recent event at The Grand Hotel in Brighton. The alliance aims to unite partners, advocate for the sector, and create a unified strategy to promote tourism in the region. Cllr Galley said: “I was delighted to attend the event which marks the beginning for this new collaborative group. “The alliance will bring together businesses, local councils and industry bodies to give the sector a stronger voice and improve the experiences of visitors to Sussex. “East Sussex is home to many…

Enfield Windows are proud to announce that we have been accepted as members of the “Which” Trusted Traders register, giving our customers total confidence in our products, services and workmanship. Highest standards The brand “Which” has long been known as one of the most reliable reference hubs for consumer choice on products, and since 2013 their offshoot, Trusted Traders, has been helping to ensure the highest standards among services.  Enfield Windows spent several weeks undergoing the rigorous testing regime required to gain the Trusted Traders status. To enrol, traders must satisfy the Which organisation that they can pass a strict…

St John’s Primary School in St John’s Road, Wallingford, is closed today due a fault with the electrical supply. The emergency school closure was first listed on the Oxfordshire County Council website on Tuesday, December 2, and was due to last until tomorrow, Thursday, December 4. However, it has been extended until Friday, when the school is expected to reopen. A short statement from the school explaining the unplanned closure said: “We have no gas or electricity following an electrical fault.” With temperatures dropping in early December the school had to close for the safety of its pupils. St John’s…

Oxford Council has launched a “simple” waste collection system that it says will be “quick, simple and easy to use”.OXWaste is a new online platform from the city council for booking bulky waste collections, bin cleaning and business waste online.The local authority’s cabinet member for citizen focused services and council companies said people want services that are “quick, simple and easy to use”.Councillor Nigel Chapman added: “OXWaste delivers exactly that.READ MORE: High-tech science facility blames faulty heater for fire emergency“Residents and businesses can now book bulky waste collections and bin cleaning online in minutes, without needing to call the council.“It’s a step forward in making everyday tasks…

North America’s premier flooring, stone and tile event features 650+ global brands, comprehensive education program and cutting-edge show floor demonstrations. LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESS Newswire / December 2, 2025 / The International Surface Event (tise), North America’s largest and most influential gathering for flooring, stone and tile professionals, delivers an all-encompassing experience featuring the latest products, trends and technologies that are shaping the future of the industry. The 2026 expo will be held January 27-29 (education January 26-29) at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Expo Hall tise brings together 650+ international and domestic brands showcasing thousands of cutting-edge products…

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Police were called to Sompting Avenue at around 7.45pm on December 1 following reports of an assault. A woman was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged. A 56-year-old man from Worthing was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault, and failure to surrender firearm ammunition on revocation of a certificate. He has been released on bail while police continue their investigation. During a search of a property in connection with the investigation on Tuesday, December 2, officers seized multiple items.  Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact police. Reports…

The bandit was something of a nocturnal menace: bottles were smashed, a ceiling tile collapsed and alcohol pooled on the floor. The suspect acted like an animal because, in fact, he is a raccoon. On Saturday morning, an employee at the store found the trash panda passed out on the bathroom floor at the end of his drunken escapade. The trash panda left quite the mess after a boozy night (Samantha Martin/Hanover County Protection via AP) Samantha Martin, an officer who works at the local animal control, said: “I personally like raccoons. “They are funny little critters. He fell through…

Construction products manufacturer Michelmersh Brick Holdings has forecast a drop in revenue in 2025, as new government statistics underlined the firm’s warning of “a notable slowdown in the construction market”.The latest monthly data from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) showed that month-on-month brick deliveries decreased by 4.9 per cent in October and fell 7.1 per cent year on year.Concrete block deliveries also decreased by 7.1 per cent compared with October 2024, the DBT said today (3 December), which was a faster fall than the 4.3 per cent year-on-year drop it recorded for September.In a London Stock Exchange trading…

Alex James’ ‘Britpop Classical’ will be bringing the unforgettable anthems of the 90’s to life at the Brighton Centre next year as part of a UK tour, where they will be fusing the raw energy of the era’s biggest hits, with the breathtaking power of the London Concert Orchestra.   Performed by Blur’s Alex James – with special guest performances from Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica and Reef’s Gary Stringer – this unique concert reimagines the songs that defined a generation, delivering an electrifying blend of melodies and stunning classical arrangements. We last caught Alex James live in action with Blur…