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.

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Decisions published

03/11/2025 - Admission arrangements for East Sussex Schools 2027-28 (permission to consult) ref: 2632    Recommendations Approved

To seek Lead Member approval to consult on the proposed admission arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled schools for the 2027-28 academic year

Decision Maker: Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability

Made at meeting: 03/11/2025 - Lead Member for Education and Inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disability

Decision published: 03/11/2025

Effective from: 08/11/2025

Decision:

24.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Children’s Services.

 

DECISIONS

 

24.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to:

 

1)         approve consultation on the proposed admission arrangements for Community and Voluntary Controlled (VC) schools for the 2027-28 academic year, as set out in appendix 1 to the report;

 

2)         note that there are no proposed changes to the admission arrangements;

 

3)         approve consultation on the proposed published admission numbers (PANs) for Community and VC schools for 2027 – 28, specifically the proposed PAN change at Hankham Primary School and Southover CE Primary School and;

 

4)         approve consultation on the proposed co-ordinated schemes of admissions as set out in appendices 3-6 of the report.

 

REASONS

 

24.3     The Council is required by law to consult on its admission arrangements every 7 years, or sooner if any changes to those arrangements are proposed for schools for which it is the admission authority.

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Lead officer: Jo Miles


31/10/2025 - EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (PUBLIC FOOTPATH HASTINGS 130 (PART)) CYCLE TRACK ORDER 2025 ref: 2631    Recommendations Approved

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that East Sussex County Council has confirmed the above Cycle Track Order as an unopposed Order in exercise of the powers conferred upon it by Section 3(1) of the Cycle Tracks Act 1984, and of all other enabling powers. The effect of the Order which came into force on 24 October 2025 is:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

1) The footpath described in the schedule to this order is designated a cycle track over which the public have a right of way on pedal cycles (other than pedal cycles which are motor vehicles) and a right of way on foot.
Schedule
The section of public footpath Hastings 130 designated a cycle track begins at Whitworth Road TQ 7963 1307 (Point A) and runs in an east- southeasterly direction for 98.35 metres to TQ 7973 1306 at A21 (Sedlescombe Road North) (Point B).
As the Highway Authority, the Council is satisfied that the introduction of the above proposed order will encourage the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and cyclists.
A copy of the Order, plans showing the length of public footpath and a statement of the Council’s reasons for making the Order can be viewed during opening hours at Hastings Library, Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, TN34 1HE and County Hall Reception, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, BN7 1UE on Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm or online at: https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/queensway-gateway-road-hastings-cycle-track-order .
If you have any questions, require further information or would like paper copies please telephone the East Sussex Highways Contact Centre on 0345 60 80 190.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (Prohibition of Motor Vehicles)(Junction Road, Hastings) Order 2025 ref: 2630    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made an Order, coming into operation on 3 November 2025 under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, which will introduce the following restrictions:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Prohibition of Motor Vehicles
At all times


Junction Road its entire length

A copy of the made Order, plans showing the length of road and a statement of the Council’s reason for making the Order may be examined in Hastings Library (Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, TN34 1HE) and Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes BN7 1UE Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm and online at;

https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/queensway-gateway-tro/

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

If you have any questions or require further information please telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193 or email tros@eastsussex.gov.uk.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - East Sussex County Council (Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting, No Stopping, Loading, Unloading and Parking Places)(Hastings Borough Consolidation) Order 2025 Amendment 1 2025 (Whitworth Road) ref: 2629    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made an Order, coming into operation on 3 November 2025 under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, which will introduce the following restrictions in the following roads:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

No Waiting At Any Time

Whitworth Road – both sides

A copy of the made Order, plans showing the length of road and a statement of the Council’s reason for making the Order may be examined in Hastings Library (Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, TN34 1HE) and Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes BN7 1UE Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm and online at;

https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/queensway-gateway-tro/

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

If you have any questions or require further information please telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193 or email tros@eastsussex.gov.uk.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (U3031 Whitworth Road) (30mph & 40mph Speed Limit) Order 2025 ref: 2628    Recommendations Approved

Notice is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made an Order, under Section 84 (1) and (2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, which will reduce the speed limit in the following length of road:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

30mph Speed Limit
Whitworth Road from the eastern Queensway Gateway Road roundabout eastwards for 148.9 metres.

40mph Speed Limit
Whitworth Road from the western Queensway Gateway Road roundabout eastwards for 238.8 metres to the eastern Queensway Gateway Road roundabout.



A copy of the made Order, plans showing the length of road and a statement of the Council’s reason for making the Order may be examined in Hastings Library (Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, TN34 1HE) and Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes BN7 1UE Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm and online at;

https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/queensway-gateway-tro/

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

If you have any questions or require further information please telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193 or email tros@eastsussex.gov.uk.


Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A21 Bohemia Road & London Road, St Leonards-on-Sea)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2627    Recommendations Approved

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 lengths of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closures
Bohemia Road - from the junction with A21 London Road to the junction with A2102 London Road.
Diversion via A2102 London Road, Norman Road, Warrior Square - A259 Grand Parade, Eversfield Place, Verulam Place, White Rock, Carlisle Parade - A21 Harold Place, Havelock Road, Cornwallis Terrace, Priory Street, Cambridge Road, Bohemia Road.

London Road - from the junction with U3041 St Matthews Road to the junction with A2102 London Road.
Diversion via A2102 London Road, Norman Road, Warrior Square - A259 Grand Parade, Eversfield Place, Verulam Place, White Rock, Carlisle Parade, Denmark Place - A2101 Albert Road, Queens Road, Park Gates roundabout, St Helens Road - A21 Sedlescombe Road North, London Road.

These roads will not be closed at the same time.

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

The Order commences 5 November 2025 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 02:00hrs between 5 & 7 November 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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


Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A259 The Drove, Newhaven)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2626    Recommendations Approved

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: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
The Drove - from the junction with A259 North Quay, A259 B&Q roundabout and A26 New 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 eastbound via A259 North Quay, Station Approach, Drove Road, B&Q roundabout; northbound via A259 North Quay, Station Approach - A26 New Road; westbound via A259 B&Q roundabout, Drove Road, Station Approach and southbound via A26 New Road - A259 Drove Road, B&Q roundabout.

The Order commences 6 November 2025 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 6 & 8 November 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A265 High Street, Etchingham)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2625    Recommendations Approved

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: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
High Street - from the junction with U6196 Burgh Hill to the junction with U6197 Borders 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 A265 Straight Mile, Etchingham Road, High Street, Paygate, Heathfield Road, Burwash Road, Mutton Hall Hill, High Street, Cross in Hand Road – A267 Little London Road, High Street, Horam Road, Eastbourne Road, North Street, New North Street – A271 Lower Horsebridge, Upper Horsebridge, Hawkswood Road, Amberstone, New Road, Hailsham Road, Gardener Street, Windmill Hill Road, The Strait, Boreham Hill, Kitchenham Road, Beechdown Wood, North Trade Road - A2100 London Road – A21(T) – A265 Station Road, Haremere Hill and vice versa.

The Order commences 31 October 2025 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 31 October & 3 November 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A271 Lower Horsebridge / B2104 London Road, Hailsham)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2624    Recommendations Approved

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 lengths of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closures
Lower Horsebridge - from the junction with A22 Boship roundabout to the junction with A271 Upper Horsebridge.
Diversion via A22 Boship roundabout, Hailsham bypass, Diplocks roundabout, Hailsham bypass, Arlington Eagles roundabout - A295 South Road, George Street, North Street, High Street, Battle Road and vice versa.

London Road - from the junction with A271 Upper Horsebridge to the junction with U7195 Manor Park Road.
Diversion via B2104 London Road - B2202 London Road - A295 Battle Road and vice versa.

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

The Order commences 3 November 2025 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 3 & 15 November 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


31/10/2025 - The East Sussex (B2192 Ringmer Road, Ringmer)(Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit) Order 2025 ref: 2623    Recommendations Approved

To allow UKPN 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 length of road to a speed not exceeding 30 mph:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 31/10/2025

Effective from: 31/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit
Ringmer Road – from the junction with C113 New Road to UKPN Lewes Grid Sub Station.

The Order commenced 10 March 2025 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 between 6 November & 23 December 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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


Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


21/10/2025 - Care Quality Commission (CQC) Assessment of Adult Social Care ref: 2622    Recommendations Approved

To inform Cabinet of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection outcome and agree that the CQC Reference Group, a sub-group of the People Scrutiny Committee, should monitor and review the development and implementation of departmental actions in response to the CQC report.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Made at meeting: 21/10/2025 - Cabinet

Decision published: 27/10/2025

Effective from: 28/10/2025

Decision:

27.1     The Cabinet received a report from the Director of Adult Social Care and Health.

 

27.2     It was RESOLVED to:

 

1) Note the outcome of the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) Assessment of Adult Social Care in East Sussex, which was published on Friday 3 October 2025 with an overall rating of ‘Good’; and

 

2) Agree that the CQC Reference Group, a sub-group of the People Scrutiny Committee, should monitor and review the development and implementation of departmental actions in response to the CQC report.

 

Reasons

 

27.3     East Sussex is in a good position and delivering well against the challenges and pressures faced by adult social care and our key partners, both locally and nationally.

 

27.4     East Sussex’s strengths and areas for development are known and documented in the Council’s Self-assessment and / or highlighted in the pre-assessment presentation to the CQC, and are largely already included within existing plans and priorities.

 

27.5     The People Scrutiny Committee, through its CQC Reference Group, assisted in preparation for the assurance process and are well placed to monitor the development and implementation of East Sussex’s response to the CQC report as part of the wider improvement plan.

Divisions affected: (All Divisions);

Lead officer: Frood Radford


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (C272 Osmers Hill / C539 Balaclava Lane / C539 Three Oaks Lane / U7541 Old Station Road / U7538 Whitegates Lane / C539 Turners Green / U7538 Turners Green Road / C272 South View Road, Wadhurst) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order ref: 2621    Recommendations Approved

To allow SGN 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 lengths of road;


Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closures
Osmers Hill - from the junction with U7538 Turners Green Road to the junction with U7538 Woods Green.
Diversion via C539 Balaclava Lane – U7538 Turners Green and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 27 October & 21 November 2025.

Balaclava Lane - from the junction with U7538 Turners Green to the junction with B2100 Cousley Wood Road.
Diversion via B2100 Cousley Wood Road – U7538 Turners Green Road, Turners Green, Whitegates Lane, Woods Green – C272 Osmers Hill and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 27 October & 7 November 2025.

Three Oaks Lane - from the junction with B2099 Station Hill to the junction with C539 Turners Green.
Diversion via C539 Balaclava Lane – C272 Osmers Hill, South View Road – B2100 Sparrows Green Road – B2099 Durgates, Station Road, Station Hill and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 17 November & 19 December 2025.

Old Station Road - from the junction with C539 Three Oaks Lane to the junction with U7524 Jonas Lane.
Diversion via U7524 Jonas Lane – B2099 Station Road, Station Hill – C539 Three Oaks Lane and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 9 & 19 December 2025.

Whitegates Lane - from the junction with C539 Three Oaks Lane to the junction with U7538 Woods Green.
Diversion via U7538 Woods Green – C272 Osmers Hill – C539 Turners Green and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 17 & 28 November 2025.

Turners Green - from the junction with C539 Three Oaks Lane to the junction with C272 South View Road.
Diversion via C272 South View Road – B2100 Sparrows Green Road - B2099 Durgates, Station Road, Station Hill – C539 Three Oaks Lane and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 10 & 28 November 2025.

Turners Green Road - from the junction with C272 Osmers Hill to the junction with B2100 Cousley Wood Road.
Diversion via B2100 Cousley Wood Road – C272 South View Road and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 10 & 21 November 2025.

South View Road - from the junction with C272 Osmers Hill to the junction with B2100 Cousley Wood Road.
Diversion via B2100 Sparrows Green Road – B2099 Durgates, Station Road, Station Hill – C539 Three Oaks Lane, Turners Green and vice versa.
The restriction is anticipated to be in place between 10 & 21 November 2025.

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 set above.

The Order commences 27 October 2025 and lasts for a period of 18 months, or until works are completed, whichever is earlier. However, it is anticipated works will be undertaken as detailed above depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A2036 Wrestwood Road, Bexhill)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2620    Recommendations Approved

To allow Southern 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;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Wrestwood Road - from the junction with U6731 St Johns Road to the junction with U6701 Chantry Avenue.

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 A2036 Wrestwood Road - A269 London Road, Combe Valley Way - A2690 Combe Valley Way - A259(T) King Offa Way, De La Warr Road, Glyne Gap roundabout - A2036 Hastings Road, Wrestwood Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 30 October 2025 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 05:30hrs on 30 & 31 October 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A271 Upper Horsebridge, Hailsham)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 No.3 ref: 2619    Recommendations Approved

To allow UKPN 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: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Upper Horsebridge - from the junction with B2104 London Road to the junction with C208 Hawks 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 A271 Upper Horsebridge, Lower Horsebridge - A22 Boship roundabout, Hailsham Bypass, Diplocks roundabout, Hailsham Bypass, Arlington Eagles roundabout - A295 South Road, George Street, North Street, High Street, Battle Road - A271 Hawkswood Road and vice versa.

The Order commences 26 October 2025 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 26 October 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A259 Eastbourne Road / East Dean Road, Seaford / Exceat) (Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit) Order 2025 ref: 2618    Recommendations Approved

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 length of road to a speed not exceeding 30 mph:

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary 30 mph Speed Limit
Eastbourne Road / East Dean Road – from Forrest View to Exceat Cottage.

The Order commences 25 October 2025 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 between 25 October & 19 December 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (A28 Hastings Road & Perryman Cross, Northiam)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 ref: 2617    Recommendations Approved

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: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

Temporary Road Closure
Hastings Road & Perryman Cross – from the junction with A28 Main Street to the junction with A28 Well House 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 northbound via A28 Well House Hill, Horns Cross, Northiam Road - B2089 Udimore Road, Ferry Road - A268 Station Approach, Cinque Ports Street, Wish Street - A259(T) Wish Street roundabout, Strand Quay, South Undercliff, Fishmarket Road, Fishmarket roundabout - A268 Fishmarket Road, Rye Hill, Rye Road, Main Street, Flackley Ash, Barnets Hill, Two Hovens, Peasmarsh Road, Whitebread Lane - A28 Station Road, Main Street and southbound via A28 Main Street, Station Road - A268 Whitebread Lane, Peasmarsh Road, Two Hovens, Barnets Hill, Flackley Ash, Main Street, Rye Road, Rye Hill, Fishmarket Road – A259(T) Fishmarket roundabout, Fishmarket Road, South Undercliff, Strand Quay, Wish Street roundabout - A268 Wish Street, Ferry Road - B2089 Ferry Road, Udimore Road - A28 Northiam Road, Horns Cross, Well House Hill.

The Order commences 27 October 2025 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 19:00hrs to 07:00hrs between 27 October & 15 November 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.

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

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb


24/10/2025 - The East Sussex (B2169 Bayham Road, Bells Yew Green) (40mph & 50mph Speed Limit) Order 2025 ref: 2616    Recommendations Approved

NOTICE is hereby given that East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 84 (1) and (2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, and of all other enabling powers, which will reduce the speed limit in the following lengths of road;

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport

Decision published: 24/10/2025

Effective from: 24/10/2025

Decision:

40 mph Speed Limit

B2169 Bayham Road - From a point 214 metres east of the junction with the C81 Bells Yew Green eastwards to a point 66 metres east of Higham Lane / Ivy Lane crossroads.

50mph Speed Limit

B2169 Bayham Road - From a point 66 metres east of the Higham Lane / Ivy Lane crossroads eastwards to a point 166 metres east of the eastern boundary wall of No.1 Forge Cottages.

A copy of the Order which will come into effect on 27 October 2025, plan showing the lengths of road, the order being revoked and a statement of the Council’s reasons for proposing the Order may be inspected in Reception, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes BN7 1UE on Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm and online at;

https://consultation.eastsussex.gov.uk/economy-transport-environment/b2169-bayham-road-40mph-speed-limit

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 24 October 2025, apply to the High Court for this purpose.

If you have any questions, require further information or would like paper copies of the proposals please telephone Road Safety on 0345 60 80 193.

Lead officer: Rupert Clubb