Communication and Engagement Committee

Membership

Matthew Bird

James Herbert

Edwina Livesey Vice chair

Dr Wendy Maples Chair

Dinah Morgan

Nicky Blackwell

Richard Burrows

Emily Clarke

Kevin West

Role

Shall meet six times a year (bi-monthly), shall consist of nine members, have a quorum of four and be delegated to make decisions on behalf of the Council in the following matters:

• Lead on Communication
• Consider civic activities/local democracy matters
• Coordinate Town Council events
• Engage in community engagement and partnership working
• Make resolutions regarding town twinning
• Promote community development
• Promote sustainable community wealth building and links to local businesses
• Promote tourism and heritage opportunities where relevant
• Carry out public consultation exercises to inform the strategy and policy of the council ensuring whole community engagement
• Active encouragement and promotion of the arts in Lewes parish, and
• Liaison with relevant community groups and other key stakeholders