Decision details

The East Sussex (A26 Five Ash Down, Uckfield)(Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit) Order 2026

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 East Sussex Highways 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 restrict all traffic using the following lengths of road to a speed not exceeding 30 mph:

Decision:

Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit
Five Ash Down – from the junction with A26 Mill Pond Road to the junction with U7502 Rocks Lane.

The Order commences 5 January 2026 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until the works are completed, whichever is the earlier. However, it is anticipated the speed restriction will be in place from 20:00hrs to 06:00hrs between 5 & 7 January 2026.

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


Publication date: 02/01/2026

Date of decision: 02/01/2026