Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
To allow South East Water 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;
Battle Road - from the junction with P8524
Harebeating Lane to the junction with U7714 Normans Close.
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 via A295 Battle Road, High
Street, North Street, George Street, South Road – A22
Hailsham bypass – A271 Lower Horsebridge, Upper Horsebridge,
Hawkswood Road – A295 Battle Road and vice versa.
The Order commenced 20 November 2024 and lasts for a period of 18
months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier.
However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken on 2 & 3
March 2026 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Publication date: 27/02/2026
Date of decision: 27/02/2026