Use the search options below to find information regarding recent decisions that have been taken by the Council’s Cabinet and Lead Members, and delegated decisions taken by officers.
Upcoming decisions of the Cabinet and Lead Members can be viewed in the Council’s Forward Plan, which is updated every month.
Decisions involving the procurement of goods or services can also be viewed on the Local Government Transparency Code For Contracts and Purchase Orders Over £5k webpage.
Decision Maker: Lead Member for Strategic Management and Economic Development
Made at meeting: 09/05/2022 - Lead Member for Strategic Management and Economic Development
Decision published: 09/05/2022
Effective from: 09/05/2022
Decision:
21.1 The Leader and Lead Member considered a report by the Assistant Chief Executive.
DECISIONS
21.2 The Leader and Lead Member RESOLVED to:
(1) agree the delegation of Cabinet responsibilities and functions as set out in the Constitution including in Part 3 Table 1, 2 and 3 attached at Appendices 2 - 4 of the report;
(2) agree the Officer Scheme of Delegation attached at Appendix 5 of the report; and
(3) agree his annual report to the County Council.
REASONS
21.3 Part 4 of the Council’s Constitution requires the Leader to present to the Council at the annual meeting a written record of delegations of executive functions made to Cabinet Members for inclusion in the Council’s Scheme of Delegation.
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Lead officer: Philip Baker
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 Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 06/05/2022
Effective from: 13/05/2022
Decision:
Temporary Road Closure
London Road - 30 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 via A21(T) Vinehall Road /
Woodmans Green Road / Hastings Road / New Road / Whydown Hill /
Kent Street / Ebdens Hill / Sedlescombe Road North - A2100 Junction
Road / The Ridge West / Battle Road / Hastings Road / Battle Hill /
Lower Lake / Upper Lake / High Street and vice versa.
The Order commences 13 May 2022 and lasts for a period of 18
months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier.
However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken between 13
& 16 May 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb
To consider a scheme to implement and
distribute Household Support Grant funding
recently received from the Government
Decision Maker: Lead Member for Adult Social Care and Health
Made at meeting: 05/05/2022 - Lead Member for Adult Social Care and Health
Decision published: 05/05/2022
Effective from: 12/05/2022
Decision:
48.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Adult Social Care regarding the Adult Social Care use of some of the Household Support Fund and the development of the scheme to distribute grant funding.
48.2 The Lead Member RESOLVED to approve the proposed use of a proportion of the Fund as set out in the report and to delegate authority to the Director of Adult Social Care to implement the scheme.
Reasons
48.3 The Fund provides an opportunity to support East Sussex families, pensioners and
individuals who are experiencing financial challenges.
48.4 The creation of a multi-faceted scheme working with VCSE organisations, Food
Partnerships, Warmer Homes and District and Borough Councils allows the Council to support residents in a targeted manner, supporting residents not in contact with statutory agencies and the discretionary element creates an additional safety net for residents who may not already receiving support.
48.5 The timetable for implementation necessitates broad delegation to be provided to the
Director of Adult Social Care to finalise, implement and adjust the scheme as necessary.
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Lead officer: Paul Rideout
To review options and agree next steps for the future of Ringmer Swimming Pool
Decision Maker: Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Made at meeting: 28/04/2022 - Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Decision published: 03/05/2022
Effective from: 28/04/2022
Decision:
72.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.
DECISIONS
72.2 The Lead Member RESOLVED to: Approve the proposal to hold a public consultation regarding the future use of Ringmer Swimming Pool, Ringmer.
REASONS
72.3 East Sussex County Council (ESCC) needs to seek views on a way forward via public consultation including residents and all stakeholders. ESCC has a duty to consult in respect of any potential changes to the future operation of this pool.
Divisions affected: Ringmer and Lewes Bridge;
Lead officer: Nigel Brown
Ashdown Forest Conservators approved the introduction of car parking charges at their recent Board meeting. Under the Act they are now required to seek the approval of the charges from ESCC, WDC, the AA and the RAC
Decision Maker: Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Made at meeting: 28/04/2022 - Lead Member for Resources and Climate Change
Decision published: 03/05/2022
Effective from: 28/04/2022
Decision:
71.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.
71.2 The Lead Member referred to recent correspondence received from local residents expressing their views about the introduction of parking charges at Ashdown Forest.
DECISIONS
71.3 The Lead Member RESOLVED to: Grant the approval required by Section 18 of The Ashdown Forest Act 1974 to the parking charges proposed by the Conservators of the Ashdown Forest.
REASONS
71.4 County Council Officers have been supporting the Conservators in drawing up their plans to introduce parking charges across the Forest and made no representation to their consultation in 2021.
71.5 The Board of Conservators have undertaken a great deal of work to explore the potential for introducing parking charges and have deemed that these charges are necessary for the long-term preservation, use and enjoyment of the Ashdown Forest as an amenity space for the public.
Divisions affected: Forest Row and Groombridge; Maresfield and Buxted;
Lead officer: Karl Taylor
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 close the following length of
road;
Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Decision published: 29/04/2022
Effective from: 09/05/2022
Decision:
Temporary Road Closure
The Ridge West - from its junction with A2100 Queensway roundabout
to its junction with A2100 Maplehurst Road
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 B2159 Battle Road -
U3071 Ashbrook Road - A21 Sedlescombe Road - U3106 Old Harrow Road
- A21 Harrow Lane - B2093 The Ridge and vice versa.
The Order commences 9 May 2022 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 20:00hrs to 06:00hrs
between 9 & 20 May 2022 depending upon the weather
conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on
0345 60 80 193.
Lead officer: Rupert Clubb