Directory promotes use of Sussex food and drink
James Partridge, lead for governance, waste and local economy at Wealden District Council, said: "Wealden has a wide range of fantastic food and drink producers and some great shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes."If they all took on just six more local products, they would help each other grow, employ more local people and reduce our impact on the environment."Ian Gibson, Mid Sussex District Council's cabinet member for sustainable economy and housing, said: "We want to encourage more businesses to sign the pledge to serve and sell more local produce, and urge members of the local community to buy local and support these businesses."It's good for our local community, and it's good for the environment."
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