Mayor apologises for not maintaining social distancing at pier reopening

The mayor of Hastings, Cllr Nigel Sinden, has apologised for not maintaining social distancing on Hastings Pier yesterday (Monday 6th July).

Cllr Sinden was on the pier to mark its reopening following the Covid-19 lockdown. He said :- "We did try to keep apart, but at times people crowded in and it wasn't possible to maintain the 2m distance at all times. I accept that I should lead by example, and I am very sorry that I didn't on this occasion.

"I will not attend any more events in person until it is safe to do so. We have done very well to keep Covid-19 levels low in Hastings, and I obviously want it to stay that way."