Our standards
Editorial policy
Eastbourne.info exists to be useful, independent and trustworthy. These principles guide what we publish and how we correct it.
Research and sources
Where possible, articles should draw on primary and authoritative sources: official organisations, historic records, local archives, published scholarship and direct information from the place or organisation concerned. Important online sources should be linked so readers can check them.
News and live updates
Our news reporting focuses on Eastbourne and information with a clear practical impact on its residents or visitors. We identify the responsible source for operational updates and do not publish rumours, anonymous claims or social-media speculation as fact. Developing stories are updated only when there is a material, verifiable change; resolved alerts are retained only where their context remains useful.
News articles are credited to the named editor or reporter and carry a visible publication date. Where a material correction changes the meaning of a story, we add a correction or update note and preserve a clear account of the source checked.
AI assistance and automated updates
AI-assisted tools are used in research, drafting and maintenance of some content, including scheduled Eastbourne Live checks. Automation is not evidence: news summaries must be supported by linked sources, and uncertain claims must not be presented as confirmed facts. AI-assisted content can contain errors; readers can raise concerns through our corrections contact.
A named editor credit identifies editorial responsibility; it does not mean that the editor witnessed an incident, interviewed a source or manually checked every automated update. Reports based on official notices should say so. The page’s editorial checked time and its map-location review time describe different checks. Neither means that incidents are monitored continuously or that a map pin shows live emergency activity.
Reviews and recommendations
Editorial recommendations are based on relevance, quality and usefulness to the reader. Any paid placement, complimentary experience, affiliate relationship or other commercial connection will be labelled clearly. Payment does not guarantee positive coverage.
Original research and practical comparisons
Documentary comparisons identify the sources, selection method, review date and limitations. They must distinguish published evidence from our interpretation. We do not present a desk review as an on-site visit, interview, survey or accessibility inspection. Original photographs, observations and quotations are credited only when their provenance is known.
External links and sponsorship
We welcome relevant links to useful guides and source-linked reporting. We do not sell editorial endorsements or promise reciprocal links. Commercial links and paid placements are disclosed; paid links are qualified with sponsored or nofollow attributes. A membership, advertising purchase or contribution does not guarantee coverage or a ranking.
Dates and changing information
Opening hours, admission prices, transport and events can change quickly. Practical guides are reviewed as information becomes available, and readers should confirm time-sensitive details with the official operator before travelling.
Corrections
Substantive mistakes are corrected as soon as they can be verified. Minor spelling or formatting fixes may be made without a note; material changes should be reflected in the article’s updated date and, where relevant, a correction or update note. See Contact & Corrections to report an issue.
Our relationship with Eastbourne
Eastbourne.info is independent. It is not operated by Eastbourne Borough Council, Visit Eastbourne or a local business association. You can learn more on the About page.