Decisions

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.

Decisions published

23/11/2021 - Mobile Devices (Hardware) Refresh ref: 1590    Recommendations Approved

There is a requirement to refresh all East Sussex County Council’s smartphone estate as well as upgrading core elements of the infrastructure to support mobile devices as the council continues to move services into the Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Currently East Sussex provides a mobile device to between 3,000 and 3,700 staff. Presently most devices issued are iPhone SEs which were originally deployed as part of the previous mobile refresh project which ran from 23rd March 2018 to 31st April 2019. Normally a smartphone would have an expected life of 3 years, however, due to additional infrastructure work required it has been approved to accelerate the refresh by the Device Lifecycle Group.

Decision Maker: Chief Operating Officer

Decision published: 23/12/2021

Effective from: 23/11/2021

Decision:

Telefonica O2 is recommended as the preferred bidder for Mobile Devices (Hardware) Refresh.

Lead officer: Phil Hall


22/11/2021 - Redundant assets of the Library and Information Service ref: 1577    Recommendations Approved

The Library and Information Service has a collection of redundant assets following the service changes in 2018 (which Cabinet approved).

The decision required is to approve the disposal method, which would enables local organisations to expand their collections and make best use of the assets.

Decision Maker: Lead Member for Transport and Environment

Made at meeting: 22/11/2021 - Lead Member for Transport and Environment

Decision published: 01/12/2021

Effective from: 22/11/2021

Decision:

26.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.

 

DECISIONS

 

26.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

 

(1) note that the proposed phased approach to disposal seeks to ensure that as many items as possible are donated to museums, galleries, and schools to maximise their use for educational purposes;

(2)        note that following an assessment by the County Archivist, artwork of cultural or historical significance to East Sussex will be relocated to The Keep and available to residents to view; and

(3)        approve the disposal of stock from the Schools Library and Museum Service collection.

 

Reasons

 

26.3     The Schools Library and Museum Service (SLAMS) ceased in 2018 following a review of the service during the development of the Libraries Strategic Commissioning Strategy. However a range of new services were introduced as part of the Council’s Children and Young People offer including a library membership specifically for teachers and targeted librarian outreach to areas of need.  Following the closure of SLAMS there are over 1,200 items held at Ropemaker Park without the facilities to maintain the collection in the long term or provide access to the public.  Artwork of local significance will be moved to The Keep and a proposed phased disposal approach has been developed.  The phased approach prioritises the donation to museums, galleries, and schools to maximise use for educational purposes.

 

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Lead officer: Alice Henderson


22/11/2021 - Notice of Motion: East Sussex County Council's (ESCC) use of Glyphosate based herbicide to control weeds on the Public Highway and on ESCC property ref: 1576    Recommendations Approved

To consider the response to the Motion ‘to eliminate use of glyphosate herbicide formulation in ESCC/Highways’ weed control’ and to provide an update on East Sussex County Council’s approach to weed management. 

Decision Maker: Lead Member for Transport and Environment

Made at meeting: 22/11/2021 - Lead Member for Transport and Environment

Decision published: 01/12/2021

Effective from: 22/11/2021

Decision:

25.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.

 

DECISIONS

 

25.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to recommend that the County Council rejects the Motion for the reasons set out in the report.

 

Reasons

 

25.3     The Council is aware of the concerns about Glyphosate, notes the concerns raised by some councillors and residents and is committed to finding an alternative. Meanwhile we ensure that the authority meets its statutory duties of maintaining a safe and usable highway network. There are also difficulties in implementing a complete ban on the use of herbicides on all Council owned land and land managed by the County Council as set out in the report.

 

25.4     Therefore, at present the Council will continue to safely use a Glyphosate based herbicide, until a suitable alternative becomes available, as it is the most effective and efficient weed control method as an approved licenced product applied in accordance with best practice.  Glyphosate is on the list of the Health and Safety Executive’s GB Pesticides Regulation Regime licenced and registered products and ESCC is actively researching alternatives, but at present there is no alternative weed maintenance technique that is economically viable.

 

25.5     There are proposed trials for alternative weed maintenance techniques in 2022 with the aim of working towards introducing new methods as part of the next highways maintenance contract in 2023. It should also be noted that it may not be possible to eliminate the occasional use of herbicides for non-highways use.

 

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Lead officer: Dale Poore


03/12/2021 - The East Sussex (A265 High Street, Etchingham)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2021 ref: 1575    Recommendations Approved

To allow Network Rail to carry out an examination of the railway bridge, 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: 30/11/2021

Effective from: 03/12/2021

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
High Street - from the junction with C213 Church Lane to the junction with U6196 Burgh Hill

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 A265 Haremere Hill - Station Road – A21 London Road (T) - Silverhill (T) - Johns Cross Road (T) – A2100 London Road – A271 North trade Road - Kitchenham Road - Boreham Hill - Windmill Hill Road - Hailsham Road - New Road, Amberstone - Hawkswood Road, Upper Horsebridge, Lower Horsebridge – A267 New North Street - North Street - Eastbourne Road - Horam Road - Little London Road – A265 Cross In Hand Road - Mutton Hall Hill - Burwash Road - Slutts Well - Heathfield Road - High Street - Straight Mile and vice versa

The Order commences 5 December 2021 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 5 December 2021 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


26/11/2021 - The East Sussex (U7587 Piccadilly Lane, Mayfield)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2021 ref: 1574    Recommendations Approved

To allow South East Water to carry out new mains connection 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: 30/11/2021

Effective from: 26/11/2021

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Piccadilly Lane - from the junction with C211 East Street to the junction with C14 Newick Lane

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 C211 East Street – C14 Station Road - Stone Cross - Newick Lane and vice versa.

The Order commences 2 December 2021 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 2 December 2021 and 25 February 2022 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex (Earwig Corner Junction, Lewes)( Temporary Prohibition of Right Hand Turn & Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2021 ref: 1571    Recommendations Approved

To allow Barkemp Construction Ltd to facilitate junction improvements, resurfacing and road marking 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 introduce the following restrictions;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

Decision:

Temporary Prohibition of Right Hand Turn
Unnamed access road between No’s 16 & 17 Malling Down, Lewes - no right turn onto A26 Malling Down
Alternative route via A26 Malling Down – A26 Malling Hill – A26 Malling Street – A26 Cuilfail Tunnel Roundabout – A26 Malling Street – A26 Malling Hill – A26 Malling Down.

Temporary Road Closures
Earwig Corner Junction
A26 Uckfield Road, Stoneham, Ringmer / A26 Malling Down, Lewes / B2192 Ringmer Road, Ringmer –from the junction with Earwig Corner for a distance of 100 metres in all directions

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 as follows;
Vehicles on A26 travelling to Lewes via A26 to Little Horsted – A22 Little Horsted to Polegate – A27 (T) Polegate to Lewes
Vehicles on B2192 travelling to Lewes via B2192 to Halland – A22 Halland to Polegate – A27(T) Polegate to Lewes
Vehicles on A26 travelling to Uckfield via A26 Cuilfail Tunnel – A27(T) Lewes to Polegate – A22 Polegate to Uckfield
Vehicles on B2192 travelling to Uckfield via B2192 to Halland – A22 Halland to Uckfield

The Order commenced 1 June 2021 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated restrictions will be in place from 18:30hrs - 00:00hrs between 22 November and 6 December 2021 depending upon the weather conditions.

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


Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex (A26 Lewes Road, Little Horsted)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2021 ref: 1570    Recommendations Approved

To allow BT Openreach to carry out new pole and cabling 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: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Lewes Road - from Horsted Place Hotel to the junction with U7158 Bradfords Lane

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 Lewes Road – A26 Rose Hill, Little Horsted - A26 Rose Hill, Isfield – A26 Uckfield Road, Isfield – A26 Uckfield Road, Ringmer - A26 Uckfield Road, Stoneham - A26 Malling Down, Lewes - A26 Malling Hill - A26 Malling Street, Lewes – A26 Cuilfail Tunnel roundabout - A26 Malling Street, Lewes - A26 Brooks Road roundabout - A26 Phoenix Causeway, Lewes - A2029 Eastgate Street, Lewes - A277 High Street, Lewes - A277 Western Road, Lewes - A277 Spital Road, Lewes - A275 Nevill Road, Lewes - A275 Offham Road, Offham - A275 The Street, Offham – A275 Cooksbridge Road, Cooksbridge - A275 Resting Oak Hill, Cooksbridge - A275 South Road, South Common, South Chailey - A275 South Road, South Chailey - A275 South Street, South Chailey - A275 Chailey Green Road, Chailey Green - A275 East Grinstead Road, North Chailey - A272 Station Road, North Chailey - A272 Western Road, Newick – A272 High Street, Newick - A272 The Green, Newick – A272 Goldbridge Road, Newick - A272 Goldbridge Road, Piltdown - A272 Batts Bridge Road, Piltdown – A272 Batts Bridge, Maresfield - A22 Batts Bridge roundabout - A22 Maresfield bypass - A22 Blackdown roundabout - A22 Uckfield bypass - A22 Copwood roundabout, Uckfield - A22 Uckfield bypass - A22 Little Horstead roundabout - A26 Lewes Road;
eastbound via A26 Lewes Road – A22 Little Horsted roundabout - A22 Uckfield bypass – A22 Copwood roundabout - A22 Uckfield bypass - A22 Blackdown roundabout, Uckfield - A22 Maresfield bypass - A22 Batts Bridge roundabout - A272 Batts Bridge Road, Maresfield – A272 Batts Bridge, Piltdown - A272 Goldbridge Road, Piltdown - A272 Goldbridge Road, Newick - A272 The Green, Newick - A272 High Street, Newick - A272 Western Road, Newick - A272 Station Road, North Chailey - A275 East Grinstead Road, North Chailey - A275 Chailey Green Road, Chailey Green - A275 South Street, South Chailey - A275 South Road, South Common, South Chailey - A275 Resting Oak Hill, Cooksbridge - A275 Cooksbridge Road, Cooksbridge - A275 The Street, Offham – A275 Offham Road, Offham - A275 Nevill Road, Lewes - A277 Spital Road, Lewes - A277 Western Road, Lewes - A277 High Street - A2029 Market Street, Lewes – A2029 Little East Street, Lewes - A26 Phoenix Causeway, Lewes - A26 Brooks Road roundabout - A26 Malling Street, Lewes - A26 Cuilfail Tunnel roundabout - A26 Malling Street, Lewes - A26 Malling Hill - A26 Malling Down, Lewes - A26 Uckfield Road, Stoneham - A26 Uckfield Road, Ringmer - A26 Uckfield Road, Isfield - A26 Rose Hill – A26 Lewes Road

The Order commences 19 November 2021 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 22:00hrs to 05:00hrs between 19 & 21 November 2021 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex (A259 Station Approach, Newhaven)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2021 ref: 1569    Recommendations Approved

To allow Network Rail to carry out maintenance 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: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

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 A259 New Road – A259 Flyover Slip on eastbound – The Drove – B&Q roundabout – The Drove - South Way - Lewes Road - North Way – The Drove – North Quay and eastbound via A259 Drove Road – The Drove – South Way – Lewes Road – North Way – The Drove – Flyover slip off – A26 New Road.

The Order commences 22 November 2021 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 23:30hrs on 22 November to 04:30hrs on 23 November 2021 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex (U7321 Dutchells Way, Lower Willingdon & U2255 St Martins Road, Eastbourne)(Temporary Prohibition of Waiting & Temporary No Loading/Unloading) Order 2021 ref: 1568    Recommendations Approved

To allow AON UK Ltd, working on behalf of Barratt Homes to safely access the development site with construction traffic, 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: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

Decision:

Temporary Prohibition of Waiting & Temporary No Loading/Unloading - Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm; Saturday 8am to 1pm
Dutchells Way - from the junction with U2248 Hazelwood Avenue to outside no. 60
St Martins Road - from the junction with U2248 Hazelwood Avenue to outside no. 5

A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained.

The Order commences 23 November 2021 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated the restrictions will be in place between 23 November 2021 and 11 February 2023 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex (Lewes District) (Traffic Regulation) Order 2004 Amendment Order 2005 No 1 (Amendment No 2) 2021 ref: 1567    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made the above Order under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, coming into operation on 22 November 2021, which will introduce new or revise the existing parking, waiting and loading restrictions along the following lengths of roads:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

Decision:

Changes to Prohibition of Waiting At Any Time in the following roads:
NEWHAVEN – Gibbon Road, Hanson Road, High Street, Hill Side, Meeching Road, North Lane, St Lukes Lane. PEACEHAVEN – Arundel Road, Arundel Road West, Bolney Avenue, Cairo Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Malines Avenue. RINGMER – Ashcroft Close, Springett Avenue. SEAFORD – Esplanade, Martello Road.

The introduction of Prohibition of Stopping on the Footway or Verge At Any Time in the following roads:
NEWHAVEN – High Street, Meeching Road, St Lukes Lane.

Changes to Time Limited Waiting, 8am-6pm Monday to Saturday inclusive, maximum stay 2 hours, no return within 1 hour in the following roads:
NEWHAVEN – South Road. PEACEHAVEN – Roderick Avenue. SEAFORD – Warwick Road.

The introduction of Disabled Persons Parking Places in the following roads:
NEWHAVEN – High Street, Western Road. SEAFORD – Warwick Road.

The introduction of a Loading Only Bay At Any Time in the following road:
NEWHAVEN – High Street

Changes to Taxis Only At Any Time in the following roads:
PEACEHAVEN – Roderick Avenue. SEAFORD – Broad Street.

The introduction of Taxis Only, 8am-6pm in the following road:
SEAFORD – Broad Street.

Changes to School Keep Clear Marking, No Stopping, Mondays to Fridays 8am-9.30am and 2.45pm-4pm (except August) in the following roads:
SEAFORD – Millberg Road and Saltwood Road.

Changes to School Keep Clear Marking, No Stopping, Mondays to Fridays 8am-5pm (except August) in the following roads:
PEACEHAVEN – Edith Avenue and Roderick Avenue.

Removal of Ambulance Only Bay in the following road:
SEAFORD – Warwick Road.

A copy of the made Order, plans showing the lengths of road and a statement of the Council’s reasons for proposing the Order, along with copies of those parts of the old Orders being revoked can be viewed at consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/lewes-formal-2020.
Due to current social distancing requirements, paper copies of documents will not be available to view in our council offices or libraries. People without access to a computer who wish to view details of the scheme should telephone the Parking Team on 01323 466244 to receive the documents by post.

The previously advertised proposal insofar as they relate to Deans Meadow, Barcombe, has been abandoned following consideration of the objection received and decisions made at Planning Committee.

Any person wishing to question the validity of the Order or any of its provisions on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act of 1984, or on the grounds that any requirement of the Road Traffic Regulation Act or of any instrument made under it has not been complied with in relation to the Order, may within six weeks of the date the Order is made, apply to the High Court for this purpose.

If you have any questions, require further information or would like paper copies of the Order as made please telephone Parking Services on 01323 466244 or email parking.escc@eastsussex.gov.uk

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


19/11/2021 - The East Sussex Lewes Town (Parking Places and Waiting and Loading Restrictions) Traffic Regulation Order 2014 Amendment No.2 Order 2021 ref: 1566    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made the above Order, under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and all other enabling powers, coming into operation on 22 November 2021, which introduces, amends and revokes various restrictions along the following lengths of roads:-

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 12/11/2021

Effective from: 19/11/2021

Decision:

Changes to Prohibition of Waiting At Any Time in the following roads:
Firle Crescent, Highdown Road, Nevill Crescent and Valley Road.

Changes to Prohibition of Waiting, 8am-6pm Monday to Friday in the following road:
Valley Road.

Changes to Permit Holder or Pay and Display Parking Places, Monday to Saturday, 9am-5pm in the following road:
South Street.

Changes to Permit Holder Only Parking Places, Monday to Saturday, 9am-5pm in the following road:
South Street.

A copy of the made Order, plans showing the lengths of road and a statement of the Council’s reasons for proposing the Order along with copies of the Order and Map Tiles being amended can be viewed at consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/lewes-formal-2020. Due to current social distancing requirements, paper copies of documents will not be available to view in our council offices or libraries. People without access to a computer who wish to view details of the scheme should telephone the Parking Team on 01323 466244 to receive the documents by post.

Any person wishing to question the validity of the Order or any of its provisions on the grounds that it is not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act of 1984, or on the grounds that any requirement of the Road Traffic Regulation Act or of any instrument made under it has not been complied with in relation to the Order, may within six weeks of the date of the Order is made, apply to the High Court for this purpose.

If you have any questions, require further information or would like paper copies of the Order made please telephone Parking Services on 01323 466244 or email parking.escc@eastsussex.gov.uk

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb