Analysis: how Eastbourne's political map was redrawn
We reflect on election tactics as the Lib Dems fought off the Reform challenge in Eastbourne but the Conservatives hung on to just one county council seat here
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Reform UK gains first seat in Eastbourne as Lib Dems retain most seats
People in Eastbourne voted in high numbers across the entire town to choose their new East Sussex county councillors. Overall turnout was 43.9%
Polls close in county council race
Voters across Eastbourne have chosen who will represent them on East Sussex County Council. We will be reporting on the count in the town as it unfolds with results and reaction
A fresh look at the glories of Beachy Head
"It is so lovely, really beautiful! Until now, I had only seen it on a postcard.”
Compensation payout of £118,000 given to council director on leaving office
By Rebecca Maer
A compensation payment of more than £118,000 was made to a council director for “loss of office” making it one of the top ten largest payouts by local authorities across the UK.
The payment of more than a year’s salary was made to the director
Local elections attract record 50 candidates in Eastbourne
All the main parties – Conservative, Labour, Liberal Democrat, Green and Reform – are fielding a full slate of candidates, with representatives standing in each of the town’s nine council divisions
"There's an openness in people to try new things in Eastbourne"
Towner director Joe Hill is moving on after eight years to run the 500-acre Yorkshire Sculpture Park. He reflects on his time in Eastbourne and how the future is shaping up for the town
By Rebecca Maer
Joe Hill sits in his small wedge-shaped office at Towner in