‘Report litter on the beach’ option on My Hastings so we can carry out our own checks.

“Please be aware if you are on the beach with children or animals as the beads should not be eaten. We will be monitoring the area for any impact on wildlife.”

“We also expect them to monitor the effect on local wildlife. Our Foreshore team have been doing regular checks of the beach for the presence of bio beads, and we know that residents have also been checking. We encourage anyone who finds beads to report them to us through the

beads continuing to be used despite two earlier spills from the Eastbourne plant? What quantity have been released? What are they doing to ensure a clean-up operation to stop their further distribution in our waters?What monitoring they will be undertaking to assess the effect on our local wildlife?

The lights in Bottle Alley will be red in honour of Remembrance Day.

There will be a short service, wreath laying and a march past, then the Civic Parade will re-form and make its way back to the Town Hall.

Please dress for the weather and be aware that the ground in Alexandra Park can get muddy and slippery in bad weather.

If you don't currently receive a single person discount, but think you could be eligible, please take a look at our website for more information - www.hastings.gov.uk/council-tax/...

If you receive a letter from us, it is important that you respond as soon as possible.

The letter will explain how to respond. The easiest and quickest way is online, alternatively you can call the dedicated phone line or return the declaration form by post in the envelope provided.

4. TV Licence: Pensioners aged 75 or over who are eligible for Pension Credit qualify for a free TV licence.

If you or someone you know wants to find out more, simply visit www.gov.uk/pension-credit

3. Health and wellbeing: Pension Credit may provide access to essential free NHS services. This includes dental treatment and help with transport costs for hospital appointments.

2. Energy bills: Pension Credit can open access to additional energy support. Eligible pensioners could receive the Warm Home Discount to reduce electricity costs and Cold Weather Payments during particularly cold spells.

1. Housing costs: Pension Credit could help reduce your housing expenses. Eligible pensioners might also qualify for Council Tax Reduction to lower their council tax bill, Housing Benefit if they're renting, or support for mortgage interest if they own their home.

Pension Credit does more than provide direct financial help – it unlocks a range of support that could save eligible pensioners hundreds of pounds each year.

Four ways Pension Credit helps pensioners save:

This free spotter hunt is from Kids in Museums and Walker Books celebrating the release of 'The Search for our Cosmic Neighbours' by Chloe Savage. Complete the activity sheet to receive a Hidden Wonders Hunt sticker. The trail runs until Sunday 2 November.

www.hmag.org.uk/see-and-do/e...

There is a 'Welcome' themed museum trail and activities which runs until 11 January 2026.

Hastings Museum & Art Gallery also have the Hidden Wonders Hunt, suitable for children aged 4+ and their families.

Information from the survey will be used by Biffa and the councils for these areas to understand how satisfied residents are with waste and recycling services.

Have your say before Monday 10 November – survey.euro.confirmit.com/wix/4/p92769...