Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
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 continue to temporarily restrict vehicles over
7.5 tonnes from the following length of road:
Temporary Road Closure
Church Road – the full extent of the bridge on C659 Church
Road.
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access
for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible.
The Order commences 19 February 2026 and is made following the
issuing of a Temporary Notice dated 8 January 2026 and a Temporary
Successive Notice dated 29 January 2026 under the relevant sections
of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended. The Order
lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed,
whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated the restriction
will be in place between 19 February & 31 July 2026 depending
upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Publication date: 13/02/2026
Date of decision: 13/02/2026