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Lewes District Council
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The official account for Lewes District Council. We monitor this account 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

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There's one week left to share your views on proposals to improve recycling across Lewes district ♻

To find out more and give your feedback, visit lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/AWC by Monday 8 September 2025.
September 1, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Lewes District Council is inviting people, businesses and community groups to share their views on a new draft Animal Welfare Licensing Policy.

Read the full story: www.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/article/4669...
September 1, 2025 at 9:05 AM
🔊Have your say on the future boundary of #Lewes district

We are consulting over Brighton & Hove City Council's proposals to expand into parts of the district, including #Kingston #EastSaltdean #Telscombe #Peacehaven and #Newhaven - share your views by Monday 25 August lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/lgr
July 26, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Could you get a little extra help to keep your little one healthy?

If you’re pregnant or you have a child under four, NHS Healthy Start could help with the cost of fruit, veg, milk, and more. 🍎

Find out if you’re eligible: 🍎🥛www.healthystart.nhs.uk
July 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM
An Amber Heat Health alert has been declared for the South East.

A cool living space is especially important for infants, older people or those with long-term health conditions.

Close blinds and curtains on windows that are exposed to direct sunlight and move to the coolest part of your home.
June 30, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Don't miss out!

Take part in a consultation that will help reshape local government and how services are run in the future.

Find out more about Local Government Reorganisation in East Sussex and share your views before the closing date of Monday 23 June at www.eastsussexcouncils.org
June 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
June 14 – 21 is Drowning Prevention Week.

Drowning isn’t just a risk outdoors - buckets, paddling pools, even toilets—these everyday items can pose drowning risks to young children. Always supervise and empty containers after use.

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June 14, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Monday 9th to Sunday 15th June is Carers Week!

The week celebrates and recognises the vital contribution made by the UK’s unpaid carers – 1 in 10 of the East Sussex – who look after a relative, friend or neighbour who couldn’t manage without them.

Find out more - www.cftc.org.uk/whats-on/
June 9, 2025 at 8:02 AM
There's still time to take part in a consultation that will help reshape local government and how services are run in the future.

Find out more and share you views at www.eastsussexcouncils.org by Monday 23 June 2025.
June 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Free workshop to help launch your business idea

Anyone living in Lewes district who has a business idea but is unsure where to start can benefit from a free workshop designed to bring their concept to life.

Full story: buff.ly/D8Rxau0
June 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
A new pumptrack at Landport Recreation Ground in Lewes is proving popular with skaters, cyclists, BMX and scooter riders.

Read the full story: buff.ly/Yh6XuAJ
June 2, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Join us at 12pm on Wednesday 4 June for a Leader’s Live Q&A!

Cllr Zoe Nicholson will be discussing the Lewes District Start-up Programme with Same Hawkins from Always Possible and Claudine Ernstzen, founder of Claudine Cleans.

Available livestreamed on www.facebook.com/lewesdistrictcouncil
June 2, 2025 at 9:01 AM
From today buying a property in Lewes district has become quicker and simpler for everyone.

As part of our digital transformation, we have worked with HM Land Registry to transfer our local land charges (LLC) service to their national digital register.

Full story: buff.ly/exJPKsN
April 30, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Representatives from UNESCO Biospheres across the UK and Ireland toured Lewes district’s new wetland to learn about the flagship project hailed for its biodiversity regeneration and enhanced flood resilience: lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/article/3213...

#naturalfloodmanagement #nature
March 31, 2025 at 9:28 AM
We are tackling empty homes with new measures for #EmptyHomesWeek2025. Actions include a review of empty homes, increased council tax premiums on second homes, and promoting the Direct Lets scheme. Let's bring vacant homes back into use! www.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/article/3183...
March 7, 2025 at 1:43 PM
LDC Full Council approved a pioneering report that outlines a series of recommendations to improve water quality in the district and across the country last night:

▶️https://lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/article/3174/Council-supports-blueprint-for-a-cleaner-greener-water-future

#water #environment
March 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM
This Tuesday 14 January we'll be holding a webinar and Q&A for anyone interested in hearing about our current stage of consultation over the Lewes District Local Plan, from 5pm to 6.30pm.

The webinar will be held on Zoom at - www.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/lewes-local-...
January 13, 2025 at 10:39 AM