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First batch of bluetongue vaccine delivered Further Case of Foot and Mouth Disease Suspected in Protection Zone Government Ministers meet the Association of British Insurers to discuss the response to the recent flood events Landscape Protection - Proposed South Downs National Park Lord Darzi's NHS Next Stage Review - final report published New report shows older people in South East live long, healthy, disability-free lives New way to look at the Countryside News Archive "Be waterwise," council urges 'Bank of mum and dad' funds children's house purchases 'Farming for the Future' publication launched 'Greening the South East':Environment Minister visits top projects 'On Your Marks' to help build Olympic pool of skills in South East 'Prevention, Not Crisis, Investing in the Future' - delivering housing related support 'Safe, Sensible, Social - Next steps for the Government's National Alcohol Strategy 'Youth Matters' - the Youth Green Paper published: download our presentation for more information 2007 Pre-Budget Report and Comprehensive Spending Review 26 Local Authorities Bid To Move To Single Tier Government 32% fall in new cases of homelessness in the South East 69 new parish plans in the South East A21 Lamberhurst Bypass to bring traffic relief Accessibility to improve at more stations in the South East Act on co2, minister urges motorists in the South East Action starts on cutting the UK’s regulatory burden Adapting to Climate Change: A Checklist for Development Additional funding for local fire service to deliver new regional control centres Age Discrimination Laws Annual health report launched Appeal for bright kids in the South East this winter THINK! Road safety launches 'Be Safe Be Seen' as clocks go back Appointment of Director for Children and Learners in the South East Appointments bring fresh experience to the South East Appointments Bring Fresh Experience to the South East Augmenting the evidence base for the Examination in Public of the South East Plan Avian Flu And Pandemic Flu - The Differences Aylesbury Vale and Runnymede local authority budgets are capped Barker Review of Land Use Planning: Final Report - Recommendations Beat the drought Benn accepts urgent recommendations from Pitt report on summer floods Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire launch the fourth academy in the South East Best South East parks named Big headway for Oxford brain injury project Big Lottery BASIS programme open for applications Big Lottery Funding gives kids a sporting chance Big Lottery life for Home-Start in Milton Keynes Biometric passports just got bigger: 'eJumbo' launched Bluetongue update: Two new Bluetongue control zones established Briefing note on local government National Indicator 7: ‘An environment for a thriving third sector’ published 29 February 2008 Brighton's nosiest roads to be put on the map Brighton's young people set to advise on regeneration and renewal Bringing the Best of British to the International table Budget confirms success of South East cities Build More Affordable Houses In South East Bus passengers to benefit from local transport bill - new Passenger Champion to be created Capacity Builders Board And Chief Executive Appointed Caroline Flint kick starts better health services for Teens Chair and advisory board members sought for regional centre of excellence in the South East Chair Vacancy on the Board of the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) Change of Regional Director at Government office for the South East Changes to Awards for All programme Children's Teeth: major report suggests Thames Valley needs to brush up Christmas 2006 Drink Drive crack down Christmas revellers told: think! don't drink and drive Civil Contingencies Act (2004) Seminar 24th January 2005 Commission to examine affordable rural housing in the South East Community Empowerment Awards launched in the South East Connecting Communities Plus: Community Grants Connexions celebrates CAT mark Construction centre gets ministerial seal of approval Consultation on Mayor of London's rail powers launched Consultation on night flying restrictions at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted Consultation on Regional Transport Funding Allocations and Local Transport Plan Block Funding Formula Consultation on smoking proposals launched Contract signed for FiReControl project Could YOU be a new SEEDA Board member? Councils to offer affordable housing 'deals' Culture Minister Margaret Hodge names The Creative Programmer for the South East Decent Homes and Decent Communities programme strengthened with new bidding rounds Decision on proposed South Downs National Park postponed Defra announce renewal of grants to support sustainable living in the South East Defra announces renewal of grants to environmental action fund projects to support sustainable living Defra backs sustainable fishing for the next generation Defra grants making a difference for rural comminities and the environment in the South East Defra launches 'Community Halls for Rural People' online Defra launches new farm business advice service in South East Defra launches new organic advisory service for farmers Delivering a sustainable Railway - White Paper Delivering culture change in local planning Deputy Prime Minister’s Award for Sustainable Communities 2005 - Four finalists announced Detailed noise maps available at the click of a mouse Devolution to local partnerships in England assured Don't be blind to bikers, South East car drivers warned DTI delivers massive success for UK manufacturers in the South East Eat your greens Eating for health - a food and health action plan for the South East Eb4u win national neighbourhood awards for Housing and Adult training projects Eco-hostel celebrates success for World Environment Day England's Cities: best opportunity for 100 years to join Europe's elite England’s cities are growing - but at different rates English Heritage offers £1 million for repair of England's cathedrals English Heritage unveils new holiday cottage in Kent Ensuring safety at public events: Guidance published Enterprising Britain 2006 kicks off Environment Secretary comes to Sussex to find out more about food and farming Environment Secretary visits award-winning Sussex vineyard Every region gains from £10.2bn housing boost Excellence and innovation recognised at the local Government awards ceremony Fairer rules on parking unveiled Faith Communities Capacity Building Fund - further funding available Fareham is home to major new fire control centre Farm scheme brings countryside to the classroom Farmers get communicating Farming champion visits Kent to launch county's countryside campaign Farming in the future - event cancellation Financial exclusion rife in wealthy South East Fire engines go green Fire Minister launches National Strategy for children and young people Five Fire and Rescue Authorities in the South East meet standards of the best. Flood resilience pilot areas announced Flooding - where to go for the latest information Flooding update FMD update: trade of meat to resume for more of England Food Standards Agency 2006 UK survey reveals consumers are taking a healthy interest in their food and diet Foot and Mouth disease confirmed in cattle, in Surrey Foot and mouth update: lifting of temporary control zone Foot and Mouth: Regional Agencies Address Implications for South East Business Formal Consultation 10 August 2007 – 2 November 2007 Forty areas appointed to lead the Respect programme Franco-British Interreg IIIA Showcase Event Free Advice for Kent's Farmers From Adur to Wycombe - Finding out about Localities in the South East Funding for authorised Gypsy and Traveller sites Funding for local transport Funding for local transport Future of rural development debated in the South East Generating positive energy in Brighton and Sussex Get Active Event on 30 June 2008 Get active in our urban woodlands Getting teenagers back into education and training Give bogus callers the boot Going organic - Young Oxfordshire farmers cultivate a landmark agreement Good Practice in Sustainable Development Awards 2005 Government allocates £13m to South East local authorities to improve quality of life Government announces £18 million for local authorities in South East Government commits £200 million to Fire & Rescue services Government confirms funding for local councils Government confirms £3.3m to benefit communities in Hastings and Brighton & Hove Government funding for areas hit by July floods Government invests £201m to improve local transport in the South East Government plans to help thousands into home ownership take a stride forward Government response to audit commission report - staying afloat - financing emergencies Government Singles Out Thames Valley Scheme For Delivering People Power Government singles out Thames Valley scheme for delivering people power Government tenders for Bluetongue vaccine Government to help military into home ownership Government to invest £1.1million in community fire safety in the South East Government welcomes report on Affordable Rural Housing Greater rewards for South East local authorities that promote business growth Green light given to Thames Estuary revolution Growing success for Isle of Wight farmers with Defra grants Guide to help residents have a bigger say published Guide to Sustainability Appraisal in the South East Guildford Borough Council wins "green" award for commitment to renewable energy for the hydro project H5N1 Avian flu Half Million Pound Boost for Culture Initiative Hampshire buyers see quality of local produce Hampshire County Council a winner in UK e-Government National Awards Hampshire County Council named as one of ten pilot areas for 'Find Your Talent' Hampshire Pathfinder Leads way to Better Rural Services Hampshire to benefit from over £800,000 lottery cash injection Healey invites views on definitions of the 198 national indicators Healey unveils overhaul of efficiency and improvement support for South East councils Health Secretary announces date England will go smokefree Health Secretary announces new architecture of the local NHS Healthy Start rolls out across South East Helping you enjoy more reliable journeys - summer 2005 travel advice issued Heritage counts in the South East Hey big spenders! - people in the South East struggle to make ends meet in the New Year Historic public buildings at risk despite passion for past Home Office responsibilities to change Homelessness statistics continue to fall in the South East Homes for a sustainable future - Government's ambitious affordable housing plan Homes for the future: more affordable, more sustainable Housing Green Paper launched Householders must take responsibility for waste or risk fines How Surrey firms can win business in Spain Improved performance means Hastings - Victoria trains will be retained Inspiring local citizens to build respect in their communities Internet generation drives increase in council e-planning services in the South East It's the quiet ones you have to watch - men taking more risks than women on quiet rural roads they think are 'safer' Jeff Rooker announces transport improvement studies Jewish Heritage in England: enjoy, while you can John Hutton appointed Work and Pensions Secretary Kelly sets out action plan to isolate and defeat extremists Kent students apply peer pressure to warn about the dangers of drug misuse Lack of cooking skills leads to cheating in South East's kitchens Ladyman announces changes to Dartford charges Latest on Government Aid for Flood Hit Areas LEADER+ boosts rural community project in Sussex Learning Skills Council transformation focuses on grassroots Lifetime Homes, Lifetime Neighbourhoods: housing an ageing society Living spaces transforms neighbourhoods in the South East Local Area Agreements Local authorities in the South East are set to benefit from further freedoms in recognition of sustained improvements to services Local authorities now required to provide positive activities for young people Local authorities rewarded over £105 million for encouraging business growth Local people to have greater say on spending London 2012 Pre-Games Training Camp Guide London to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Lottery backs Southampton outreach for mentally ill Lottery cash helps South East youth develop their potential Lottery fund supports isolated Isle of Wight families Lottery helps Eastbourne charity take centre stage Major milestone reached for devolved decision making for local areas Making good progress: East Sussex one of 10 local authorities selected for groundbreaking pilot Making sure Children’s Centres are meeting local needs Milton Keynes & South Midlands Sub-Regional Strategy Milton Keynes to have share of £1.2million to drive digital innovation Milton Keynes to thrive as hotspots spread Minister announces new appointments to English Nature Minister Consults On New £27m Funding Programme For Rural Sector Minister praises Sussex's award winning crime fighters Minister tours Hampshire to spell out future of Local Government Ministerial football match kicks off search for heroes changing lives Ministerial praise for Brighton and Hove's buses Mixed fortunes for region's breeding wading birds More affordable home help for first time buyers in the South East More efficient, low carbon and secure energy - Darling publishes Energy White Paper More families in South East to be helped on to the housing ladder as new Homebuy mortgage is launched More police head cameras to help fight crime More rail stations to be made accessible More South East farms receive school accreditation National Launch of the new European Social Fund (ESF) Programme New animal welfare during transport rules come into force New approach to urban flooding to be tested New Bill and strategy lay foundations for tackling climate change New chairman for South East Regional Assembly New figures show 18% fewer people becoming homeless in the South East New Forest National Park becomes a reality New Funding Available: Faith Communities Capacity Building Fund New funding for authorised Gypsy and Traveller sites New health strategy for the South East launched New homes for water voles New Local Transport Centres of Excellence announced New media centres help young homeless people from the street to the small screen New motorcycle test to be introduced next year New NHS star ratings published New Outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease New planning pilots launched for large developments in the South East New projections of households for England to 2026 New Regional Director for Government Office for the South East New Regional Directors of Public Health announced New report highlights need to get physical in 2006 in the South East New report looks at the population ageing in the South East New report on mental health shows a mixed picture for the South East New report shows older people in South East live long, healthy, disability-free lives New report shows older people in South East live long, healthy, disability-free lives New standards for water efficiency in new buildings New steps to tackle social exclusion in the South East New study finds that community involvement helps improve public services New support for domestic violence victims - preventing homelessness through safe rooms New support for homeowners to get green grants New type of road marking will improve M25 safety New vision to boost English city rennaissance Numbers becoming homeless fall in the South East Olympic opportunities start for South East businesses Over £28.5 million to encourage business growth in the South East People Places and Prosperity Pioneering agency to drive forward housing and regeneration Plain sailing for South East marine companies on US trade visit Planning Improvements in the South East Planning permission granted for Brighton and Hove Albion stadium Plans to mark the second anniversary of the London bombings Police force restructuring: ministerial statement Police performance in the South East – Police Performance Assessments Polluter Will Pay - The Environmental Liability Directive Portsmouth and Plymouth - History is preserved for the future; Naval Base Review concludes Pre-Budget Report 2006 in the South East Prescott's £60,000 house challenge: one of the first successful bidders is announced for Milton Keynes Priority offending programme cuts crime in Thames Valley Proposals to improve wild deer management announced Public consultations by the Government - Spring/Summer 2006 Public invited to give their views on motorway service areas and roadside rest areas Publication of reports into Foot and Mouth outbreak in Surrey Queen's Award for Voluntary Service 2007 Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service Record number of top quality parks and green spaces announced Red squirrels thrive as native woodland is regenerated Region seeks views on £1.3 billion housing spend Regional Development Agency helps boost South East's economy Regional Director Paul Martin says goodbye to Government Office of the South East Regional team advisors sought for Home Office Regional Research & Analysis Programme Report on better school food Resilient control centres and increased staff diversity are important for fire service and communities, says Angela Smith Review of Sub-National Economic Development and Regeneration is published Roll-out of equipment to fight fire and flood completed Say 'enough' to domestic violence Say no to too much salt School sport partnerships motivate disenchanted pupils to take up sports Sebastian Coe opens K2 Crawley Securing the Regions' Futures - Strengthening delivery of sustainable development in the English regions Shared priorities agreed for the Government Office Network Slough and Eastbourne to share in £485 million future funding for ALMOs Social enterprises challenge the way we think about business - Chancellor of the Exchequer Social housing tenants to benefit from HomeBuy schemes South Downs inquiry reopens South East - Local projects join £4.2m TV battle for people's millions South East - Resources allocated to local authorities to spend on housing in 2005-06 South East buses share in £20 million funding boost South East councils deliver £171 million efficiency gains South East England Health Strategy - Draft for Discussion South East England Renewable Energy Awards 2005 South East England Renewable Energy Conference & Exhibition 2005 South East faith organisations to share in £4.3 million funding to help promote community cohesion South East Food and Health Action Plan South East groups in a spin as lottery Carousel swings into town South East is delivering on Housing South East Locations To Take Part In Private Finance Initiative Schemes South East market towns benefit from Government Office for the South East support South East Minister Gives Keynote Speech on Housing South East Regional ESF Framework 2007-2013 South East Regional Housing Strategy 2006 South East Regional Housing Strategy 2006 launched at flagship development in Southampton South East remains one of the safest regions in the country South East residents urged to get active South East Rural Affairs Forum (SERAF) seeking members to develop rural issues work group South East shares £10 million for enterprising ideas South East smokers urged to kick the habit as major reports are launched South East takes green pledge South East to get £805 million for housing South East to share in £3.5m funding for Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty South East Transport schemes shortlisted for £200m Government fund South East wins chance to bid for a share of £165 Million as part of Big Lottery Fund's Well Being programme South Hampshire Rapid Transit Scheme - Statement Standard for carbon offsetting to deliver much needed clarity State of the Cities Database State-of-the-art information portal for Milton Keynes Statement From the Department for Transport - airport security Strong and prosperous communities: Kelly unveils new vision for local government Successful bids for choice-based lettings grants Successful delivery of sustainable farming and food strategy in South East Successful New Growth Point bids confirmed Surrey and West Sussex to take on the climate challenge Sussex businesses shape up with roll out of new skills service Sustainable farming and food in the South East spotlighted with visit from Sir Don Curry Tackling drugs and changing lives in Portsmouth Tackling Drugs Changing Lives Awards - the search for unsung heroes Ten Successes In The South East For The Queen’s Award For Voluntary Service (QAVS) Thames Gateway Chief Executive visits award winning Shorne Woods Country Park Thameslink £5.5bn project at the heart of strategy for rail growth The 2006 Pre-Budget Report and the South East The Big Lottery Grant Streams now available to voluntary and community sector The Department for Communities and Local Government publishes revised Waste and Minerals Strategies to Regional Spatial Strategy (RPG9) The Deputy Prime Minister's Awards for Sustainable Communities 2005