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Flexibus – the easy way to get around?
Flexibus – the easy way to get around? A new on-demand rideshare service has been launched, connecting parts of East Sussex with limited or no bus service to major towns including Lewes. So how does it stack up? Travel Man at Travel Log Lewes has been giving it a...
Divestment: Send councillors a postcard!
Divestment: Send councillors a postcard! Three County Councillors continue to block the East Sussex Pension Fund from divesting from the fossil fuel companies creating the climate crisis. This summer, please send them a message that this isn’t acceptable, says...
How can I recycle blister packs for pills and tablets?
Your questions answered: How can I recycle blister packs for pills and tablets? SV asks: “My daughter has to take pills every day so we’re looking for a way to recycle the blister packs they come in. Superdrug in Brighton will take them but only small amounts. What...
Demand that Lewes’s Conservation Area plan addresses the climate emergency
Demand that Lewes’s Conservation Area plan addresses the climate emergency A draft plan for Lewes Conservation Area omits guidelines for improving the energy efficiency of buildings. We urgently need to tell the South Downs National Park they must be included,...
Should I get triple glazing?
Your questions: Should I get triple glazing? GW asks: Can you tell me whether there is a huge difference warmth wise between double and triple uPVC glazing? Ian Mckay of Lewes-based sustainability consultants Deeper Green responds: Great question! As a general...
SPECIAL APPEAL: Lewes Food Banks need your help
SPECIAL APPEAL: Lewes Food Banks need your help This newsletter is all about climate action. But no-one can think about the climate crisis when they’re worried sick about feeding themselves or their family. Lewes foodbanks are reporting sharply rising costs and many...
Are we there yet? Imagining travel in Lewes 2030
Are we there yet? Imagining travel in Lewes 2030 Saturday 17 June – Saturday 1 July, 11am-3pm Lewes Climate Hub, Lewes House, 32 High Street Lewes, BN7 2LX Join Lewes Climate Hub for three weekends of thought-provoking talks, displays and interactive sessions asking:...
Bees & Bugs Day at the Hub
Bees & Bugs Day at the Hub Saturday 22 July, 11am-3pm, Lewes Climate Hub, Lewes House, 32 High Street Lewes, BN7 2LX Join Lewes Climate Hub for guided mini-wildlife safaris and pollinator counts in the gardens of Lewes House and School Hill Surgery. You’ll be able...
Email your county councillor about the recent ESCC fossil fuel debate
Email your county councillor about the recent ESCC fossil fuel debate At the East Sussex County Council debate at County Hall in May, Tory Councillors voted unanimously against fossil fuel divestment and against closing the 'massive loopholes' in the UK's existing...
Lewes Mosaic Project looking for ecologist support
Lewes Mosaic Project looking for ecologist support The Lewes Mosaic Project aims to encourage the development of a mosaic of wildlife-rich habitats across our town. Now it’s seeking an ecologist to help with surveys, survey training and practical advice. Can you help?...
Friends of Lewes looking for a new treasurer
Friends of Lewes looking for a new treasurer Would you like a fun and interesting role with a worthwhile local charity? Friends of Lewes is a civic society working to conserve and enhance the key aspects of the town: its history, distinctive buildings and the natural...
Meet the latest Hub partner group: Lovebrook CIC
Meet the latest Hub partner group: Lovebrook CIC Lovebrook CIC is a for-benefit organisation based across 33 acres of farmland in Kingston just outside Lewes, focusing on regenerative food growing, wellbeing, education and transition. It’s become the latest partner...
