To seek Lead Member approval to fund the installation of fire suppression systems at Maresfield and Pebsham waste transfer stations. This is to reduce the likelihood of a fire causing damage and disruption at both facilities, and reduce the consequent impact that the loss of either facility would have on waste collection and disposal services in East Sussex.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Divisions affected: Bexhill East; Maresfield and Buxted;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 08/08/2025
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The exempt item includes context and detail that is commercially sensitive.
Decision due: 10 Nov 2025 by Lead Member for Transport and Environment
Lead member: Lead Member for Transport and Environment
Lead director: Director of Communities, Economy and Transport
Department: Communities, Economy and Transport
Contact: Justin Foster, Waste Team Manager 01273 335805 Email: justin.foster@eastsussex.gov.uk Tel: 01273 335805.