THE ALLIANCE OF CHAMBERS IN EAST SUSSEX

"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts" Aristotle

What we do

A business network of all the Chambers of Commerce and the FSB in East Sussex, we represent over 4,000 local businesses with 18,000 members of staff.
If you have a business in East Sussex and are a member of one of the town Chambers or the FSB - then you're already a member of ACES. If you are not a member of your local Chamber or the FSB, dip a toe in the water and come and see us.
We offer major business networking events and conferences and support each local Chamber of Commerce.
We also work closely with policy makers, including Central Government and County, District and Borough Councils to overcome barriers to business and boost the economy of East Sussex.
We provide fully funded business support to help you adapt your business to the fast changing environment you are trading in.
We provide fully funded start-up support for new business entrepreneurs.

Devolution and
Local Government Reorganisation

Have Your Say...

..... by 13th April

Follow this link to the Sussex and Brighton consultation.

Devolution
This is the creation of a Combined Stategic Authority with an elected Mayor covering East, West and Mid Sussex, Brighton & Hove, which the Government is calling 'Sussex and Brighton', although some Sussex Councillors are resisting this name.

You may wish to read the Devolution White Paper here.

Local Government Reorganisation
This is the replacement of East Sussex County Council and the five East Sussex Borough and District Councils with one Unitary Authority. This is to remove the confusion between the responsibilities split between Tier 1 County Councils and Tier 2 Local Authorities.
For example, the County Council is responsible for roads, pavements and potholes, while the Boroughs and Districts are resonsible for bins and waste collection, homelessness and housing.

Frequently Asked Questions
Follow this link for frequently asked questions about devolution and local governement reorganisation.

Coastal Cultural Trail video here

Follow this video link and visit beautiful East Sussex for three world class galleries; Towner Eastbourne, hosting the Turner Prize from September 2023, the De La Warr Pavilion Bexhill-on-Sea and Hastings Contemporary, all in easy travelling distance by bike, by train, by bus.

Share this with all your contacts and meet up in East Sussex to enjoy unspoilt countryside, stunning coastline and beaches, world class culture and historic building, parks and gardens.

If you would like to visit East Sussex, Explore Wealden here or Visit Eastbourne here and book your visit now.

Towner Eastbourne - Art Fund Museum of the Year

Call us for help free of charge on 01323 641144 or email us here if
you have been made unemployed or your business needs help during these difficult times.

This can include applying for business loans, finding new routes to your customers,
using social media, effective marketing, selling your business or winding it down.
We can provide you with 1-2-1 assistance so you are not on your own!

This support is fully funded by our local authorities, so there is no charge to you.

For more information about business grants and business support, visit the South East Business Hub, Edeal Enterprise Agency or Let's Do Business

For networking with like minded business people in your area, click on one of the Chambers of Commerce below.