Decision details

The East Sussex (A259 Station Approach, Newhaven)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

To allow Network Rail to carry out works, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(b) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following length of road;

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Station Approach - 20 metres either side of the level crossing

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible with an alternative route for through traffic westbound via A26 New Road – A259 The Drove Slip Road, The Drove, B&Q Roundabout, The Drove, South Way, Lewes Road, North Way, The Drove, North Quay & eastbound via A259 Drove Road, B&Q Roundabout, The Drove, South Way, Lewes Road, North Way, The Drove, The Drove Slip Road – A26 New Road.

The Order commences 4 June 2025 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken from 23:45hrs to 04:30hrs on 4 & 5 June 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.

Publication date: 28/05/2025

Date of decision: 30/05/2025