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1. 1. CIEH Centre and Branch Network

   www.cieh-sussex.ciehnet.org/Gr - [Cached]

   Published on: 12/5/2001   Last Visited: 2/21/2007

   David Bell Eastbourne Borough Council
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   David Bell commented that he had found that some businesses request to be authorised even though they are below the requirements of the process guidance notes.
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   David Bell enquired whether Trading Standards have any control on the actual power
   
   of individual fireworks. It was discussed that there were different classes of fireworks
   
   and certain rules about the individual categories but it was unknown as to whether there was a maximum decibel level. It is generally held that the larger the firework, the more noise it makes.
   
   David Bell enquired as to whether the Police have any role in regulating fireworks.
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   David Bell had noticed that in the Eastbourne area the ‘bonfire' period is extending, both before and after 5th
   
   November.
   
   At Wealden, in the case of a Hotel using fireworks at the end of regular wedding receptions, they have limited displays to finish by 10pm, this was done in negotiation with residents and the proprietors. David Bell concurred that at Eastbourne they require fireworks displays to start before 10pm.
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   10.4 David Bell spoke of noise problems experienced in Eastbourne due to street funfairs, as part of the current Christmas festivities. The event has caused a certain amount of controversy, in that it goes against corporate aims to stop anti-social behaviour. However, Eastbourne is keen to promote the business community. Officers from Eastbourne have been able to reduce the volume of music and insist on quieter generators. David will be visiting the complainants this Saturday with the organiser of the event. David commented that it would be very difficult to cancel the event, as the Council needs to raise money for Christmas lights.
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   David Bell commented that in Eastbourne a busker had asked for maximum noise levels.
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   David Bell said he was happy with the terms of reference that had been drafted and suggested there are 2 meetings per year; one to discuss licensing issues and the other to discuss dogs and other welfare issues. This might then allay the Chief Officer's fears. In addition, it might be possible to arrange meetings on an afternoon following a morning Pollution Group meeting, since several of the attendees might be the same people.
   
   It was suggested that a Police Officer be asked to talk at the forum, as there is a need to achieve consistency in enforcement. David Bell commented that in Eastbourne they had a dog attack where the Local Authority did not feel it was necessary to act, but subsequently found the Police had taken a successful prosecution.
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   David Bell also mentioned that the Police have a dangerous dog Liaison Officer.
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   -David Bell also said that Dog Wardens in Eastbourne dealt with them.
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   David Bell mentioned that officers at Eastbourne discuss confidentiality with the complainant, with a view to ascertaining their views if they would be willing to go to Court.

2. 2. Latest News

   www.eastbourne.org/news/archiv - [Cached]

   Published on: 1/19/2000   Last Visited: 7/17/2003

   David Bell, Pollution Services Manager for Eastbourne Borough Council, said: "I would prefer not to have to take such action.
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   David Bell Pollution Services Manager Eastbourne Borough Council Tel: 01323 415364