East Sussex Association of Local Councils

East Sussex Association of Local Councils (ESALC) represents the interests of its 102 member Local Councils across East Sussex. ESALC is affiliated to the National Association of Local Councils (NALC).

The role of the Association is to encourage, represent, advise, and train its member councils. Our goal is to ensure that the voice of the first tier of local government is heard across the county and by the Government.

Latest News & Updates

Hailsham Town Council: Human Resources Manager

Closing Date: 4pm on Monday 29th June 2026 Hours: 18.5 hours per week Rate of Pay: SCP 29-35 £39,862 - £46,142 pro rata for part-time hours HR Manager Advert May 2026Download Human Resources Manager JD Person Spec May 2026Download Hailsham ...

Statutory Sick Pay reforms

The latest Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reforms are now in force – and they bring significant changes to how employers manage sickness absence and payroll. From day-one payments to new eligibility rules, getting this wrong could mean compliance risks, payroll ...

Your council could receive a £1,000 funding boost this May

Tesco and funding platform easyfundraising have teamed up to support local communities, with £1,000 funding pots available this month. During May, when councillors, residents and supporters shop online with Tesco or F&F Clothing via easyfundraising, your council can receive monetary ...

Holiday records: Are you meeting the new requirements?

From WorkNest: Are your holiday records up to date? From 6 April 2026, employers are legally required to keep detailed records of annual leave and holiday pay. It’s a significant shift that has flown under the radar for many organisations ...