Time to play at Town Hall

THE Town Hall appeared to be more like a playground than a government building as it opened its doors to the public last Thursday.

It shed all austerity, inviting parents and children from Bexhill and the surrounding area to a fun day of activities and learning within the rooms where the council meets.

Equalities officer Debbie Peters said: "It is an opportunity for the community to see what services can be provided and that we all work together very well."

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Jan Cutting, from East Sussex Local Involvement Network, said: "It's been a very interesting day and it's nice to be involved in the community."

Children could get involved with a number of activities, such as skeleton making, town planning, and face painting, although there were a few adults about with broad smiles and multi-coloured cheeks as well.

A new plan for the seafront was suggested by one boy, but was kindly declined in the light of Rother's 5.1 million refurbishment scheme.

For parents, it was a chance to understand a little more on how local government works, as well as learning the various types of services available.

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A theatrical performance entitled Lost in Litter seemed to encompass an underlying environmental theme of the day.

Information was available on recycling and other ways to save the environment.

A dynamo powered blender was used to supply fruit smoothies to the thirsty.

Children took it in turns riding the bicycle that rotated the dynamo that generated electricity for the blender.

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Head of policy and performance Brenda Mason said: "The day is to show what services are available, but in a fun way." She was happy to see so many people attend.

The Citizen's Advice Bureau was also on hand, offering advice on debt, family issues, immigration, work, and housing.

The mayor introduced the day fully attired in traditional robes much to the delight of children.

Brenda hoped that parents would leave the town hall with a little more knowledge on the help that is available to them.

There was not a tantrum in sight.

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