Various Roads in East Sussex Area - Traffic Orders
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EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
The East Sussex (Public Bridleway Hartfield 37a (part)) (Temporary Bridleway Closure) Order 2025
To protect public safety due to a bridge in disrepair, East Sussex County Council have made an Order under Sections 14(1) and 15(1)(a) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, which will temporarily close the following bridleway:
Temporary Bridleway Closure
Part of Public Bridleway Hartfield 37a will be closed between the junction of bridleways Hartfield 36b and Hartfield 36c (TQ 4729 3646) and the Forest Way (TQ 4765 3616) to horses only but will remain open for those on foot and to pedal cyclists. Unfortunately, there is no alternative route.
The Order is made following the issuing of a Temporary Notice under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Act 1984, as amended.
The closure will be in force for 6 months from 29 April 2025, or until the works are completed, whichever is the earlier, which after this period will require an extension from the Secretary of State, should the bridleway still be unavailable to use.
If you require any further information, you should telephone the Rights of Way Office on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U7026 Holdcroft Lane, East Hoathly) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2024 No.2
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;
Temporary Road Closure
Holdcroft Lane – from the junction with C13 Waldron Road to the junction with U7026 Graywood 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 U7672 Graywood Road – U7676 Graywood Lane – C13 Scallows Lane, Waldron Road and vice versa.
The Order commenced 16 December 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 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C329 Back Lane, Waldron, Heathfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow BT Openreach 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Back Lane – from the junction with B2102 High Street to the junction with C329 Burnt Oak 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 C329 Burnt Oak Lane – C208 Furnace Lane – A267 Little London Road, Cross in Hand Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 1 May 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 1 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C26 Eastbourne Road, Ridgewood, Uckfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow Walker Construction UK Ltd 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Eastbourne Road – from the junction with U7516 New Road to the Fernley Park roundabout.
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 C58 Lewes Road – A22 Uckfield bypass – C26 Eastbourne Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 30 April 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 30 April and 2 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C114 Chiddingly Road, Horam) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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;
Temporary Road Closure
Chiddingly Road – from the junction with A267 Horam Road to the junction with C330 Pick 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 C330 Pick Hill, Gun Hill, Thunders Hill, Nash Street – A22 The Dicker – A267 New North Street, North Street, Eastbourne Road, Horam Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 30 April 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 30 April and 2 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C9 Nether Lane/Down Street, Nutley/Piltdown) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow BT Openreach 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Nether Lane/Down Street – from the junction with A272 Batts Bridge Road to the junction with A22 High Street.
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 A22 High Street, Fords Green Road, Courtlands Road, Horney Common Road, Maresfield bypass – A272 Batts Bridge Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 29 April 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 29 and 30 April 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U6276 Padgham Lane, Warbleton) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow BT Openreach 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Padgham Lane – from the junction with C277 Bluekiln Road to the junction with U6276 Stream 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 U6276 Stream Hill, The Street – B2096 Battle Road, Woods Corner – C18 South Lane – C277 Bluekiln Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 29 April 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 29 April 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U5666 Mill Lane, Glynde) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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;
Temporary Road Closure
Mill Lane – from the junction with C113 Station Road to the junction with A27 Eastbourne 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 A27(T) Eastbourne Road – C113 Station Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 29 April 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 29 April and 1 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (A295 High Street, Hailsham) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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 length of road;
Temporary Road Closure
High Street – from the junction with U7208 Vicarage Lane to the junction with A295 Market Square.
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 U7208 Vicarage Lane, Vicarage Road – C718 Market Square.
The Order commences 28 April 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 28 April and 2 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C14 Coggins Mill Lane, Mayfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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;
Temporary Road Closure
Coggins Mill Lane – from the junction with C14 Fletching Street to the junction with C568 Lake Street.
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 C14 Fletching Street, Tunbridge Wells Road – A267 Argos Hill, Tunbridge Wells Road – C568 Lake Street and vice versa.
The Order commences 28 April 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 28 April and 2 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U7563 Swife Lane, Broad Oak, Heathfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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;
Temporary Road Closure
Swife Lane – from the junction with C211 Witherenden Road to the junction with A265 Burwash 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 A265 Burwash Road, Heathfield Road – C214 Swing Gate Hill, Witherenden Hill – C211 Waterloo Road, Witherenden Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 28 April 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 28 and 30 April 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U7023 Vert Lane/U7676 Broomham Lane, Chiddingly) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
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;
Temporary Road Closures
Vert Lane – from the junction with U7676 Broomham Lane to Bluebell View.
Broomham Lane – from the junction with A22 Whitesmith to the junction with B2124 Lewes Road.
Diversion via B2124 Lewes Road – A22 Holmes Hill, Whitesmith and vice versa.
A safe route will be provided for pedestrians and vehicular access for residents and to properties maintained whenever possible.
The Order commenced 10 March 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 28 April and 3 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C656 East End Lane, Ditchling) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
East End Lane – from the junction with B2112 High Street to the junction with B2116 Lewes 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 B2112 High Street – B2116 Lewes Road and vice versa. The Order commences 12 May 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 12 and 13 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U5996 Spatham Lane, Westmeston) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 No.2
To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Spatham Lane – from the junction with B2116 Lewes Road to the junction with C71 Folders Lane East.
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 C71 Folders Lane East – B2112 Common Lane, North End, High Street – B2116 Lewes Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 9 May 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 9 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U5478 Albany Road, Seaford) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow South East Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Albany Road – from the junction with U5479 Claremont Road to the junction with U5478 Connaught 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 U5479 Claremont Road – U5478 Connaught Road and vice versa. The Order commences 12 May 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 12 and 13 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U7497 Daleham Lane, Fletching) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Daleham Lane – from the junction with C9 Down Street to the junction with C206 High Street.
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 C206 High Street, Church Street, Ruston Bridge Road – A272 Batts Bridge Road – C9 Down Street and vice versa.
The Order commences 12 May 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 12 and 15 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C209 Castle Hill, Rotherfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow BT Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Castle Hill – from the junction with U7578 Steep Road to the junction with C12 Five Ashes 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 C209 Treblers Road, Mottins Hill – B2100 Rotherfield Road, Church Road – B2101 High Street, South Street, Mayfield Road – C12 Cottage Hill and vice versa.
The Order commences 12 May 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 12 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U7584 Meres Lane, Cross in Hand, Five Ashes) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 No.2
To allow BT Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Meres Lane – from the junction with A267 Mayfield Road to the junction with A267 Heathfield 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 A267 Heathfield Road, Mayfield Road – U7589 Leeds Lane and vice versa.
The Order commences 13 May 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 13 and 14 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C211 Witherenden Road, Mayfield) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow BT Openreach to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Witherenden Road – from the junction with C211 Waterloo Road to the junction with C406 Scotsford 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 C211 Waterloo Road – C214 Witherenden Hill, Swing Gate Hill – A265 Heathfield Road, Burwash Road – C406 Scotsford Road, Street End Lane, Scotsford Hill and vice versa.
The Order commences 13 May 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 13 and 14 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C18 Brightling Road, Dallington) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Brightling Road – from the junction with B2096 Woods Corner to the junction with C212 Observatory 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 C18 Brightling Road – C212 Observatory Road – C603 Sheepshaw Lane – C18 Long Reach, The Street – C280 Cackle Street – B2096 Battle Road, Woods Corner and vice versa.
The Order commences 14 May 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 09:30hrs to 15:30hrs on 14 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (U5157 St Nicholas Lane, Lewes) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow Southern Water to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
St Nicholas Lane – from the junction with B2193 Lansdown Place to the junction with A277 High Street.
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 B2193 Lansdown Place, Station Street – A2029 Fisher Street, West Street, North Street, Little East Street, Eastgate Street – A277 High Street & southbound via A2029 Market Street, North Street, Little East Street, Eastgate Street – B2193 Friars Walk, Lansdown Place.
The Order commences 13 May 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 13 and 15 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (C718 Mill Road, Hailsham) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025 No.2
To allow O’Halloran & O’Brien Ltd to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Mill Road – from the junction with U7211 Observatory View to the junction with C718 Old Swan 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 clockwise via C718 Old Swan Lane – C411 Station Road – A295 George Street, North Street, High Street – C718 Market Square, Market Street, Mill Road & anticlockwise via C718 Mill Road, Market Street, Market Square – A295 George Street – C411 Station Road – C718 Old Swan Lane.
The Order commences 12 May 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 12 and 16 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (A275 East Grinstead Road/Sheffield Park/Lewes Road/LondonRoad/Lewes Road, North Chailey/Sheffield Park/Sheffield Green/Furners Green/ Danehill/Chelwood Gate) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
East Grinstead Road/Sheffield Park/Lewes Road/London Road/Lewes Road – from the junction with A22 Wych Cross to the junction with A272 Station 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 A22 Wych Cross, Millbrook Hill, High Street, Fords Green Road, Courtlands Road, Horney Common Road, Maresfield bypass – A272 Batts Bridge Road, Goldbridge Road, High Street, Western Road, Station Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 12 May 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 on 12 and 13 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions. If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
The East Sussex (A22 Holmes Hill/Whitesmith/South Street/East Hoathly Bypass/Eastbourne Road/Uckfield Bypass, Chiddingly/East Hoathly/Halland/Little Horsted) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025
To allow East Sussex Highways to carry out works, East Sussex County Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make 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;
Temporary Road Closure
Holmes Hill/Whitesmith/South Street/East Hoathly Bypass/Eastbourne Road/Uckfield Bypass – from the junction with A26 Lewes Road to the junction with A22 Golden Cross.
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 A22 Golden Cross, The Dicker, Boship roundabout, Hailsham bypass, Diplocks roundabout,
Hailsham bypass, Arlington Eagles roundabout, Polegate Road, Hailsham Road – A22(T) Cop Hall roundabout, Eastbourne Road – A27(T) Lewes Road, Eastbourne Road, Beddingham roundabout, Ranscombe Hill, Southerham roundabout – A26 Southerham Road, Cuilfail Tunnel, Cuilfail Tunnel roundabout, Malling Street, Malling Hill, Malling Down, Uckfield Road, Rose Hill, Lewes Road and vice versa.
The Order commences 12 May 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 20:15hrs to 06:00hrs between 12 and 15 May 2025 depending upon the weather conditions.
If you require further information telephone Network Management on 0345 60 80 193.
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
HIGHWAYS ACT 1980 AND ACQUISITION OF LAND ACT 1981
NOTICE is hereby given that Public Local Inquiries in connection with the Scheme and Orders mentioned below will be held by an Inspector appointed for this purpose by the Secretary of State for Transport beginning at 10.00am on Tuesday 13 May 2025 at Council Chamber, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1UE to hear representations from remaining objectors (as defined in the Compulsory Purchase (Inquiries Procedure) Rules 2007) and statutory objectors (as defined in the Highways (Inquiries Procedure) Rules 1994), from any other persons having an interest in the land the subject of the Compulsory Purchase Order and, at the Inspector’s discretion, to hear representations from any other persons who may desire to appear and be heard.
THE SCHEME and ORDERS have been made by East Sussex County Council under the above-mentioned Acts and submitted to the Secretary of State for Transport for confirmation and are:
(1) THE EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (EXCEAT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT – A259 EASTBOURNE ROAD) BRIDGE SCHEME 2023. This is a Scheme under Section 106(3) of the Highways Act 1980.
(2) THE EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (EXCEAT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT – A259 EASTBOURNE ROAD) (CLASSIFIED ROAD) (SIDE ROADS) ORDER 2023. This is an Order under Sections 14 and 125 of the Highways Act 1980.
(3) THE EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL (EXCEAT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT – A259 EASTBOURNE ROAD) COMPULSORY PURCHASE ORDER 2023. This is an Order under Sections 239, 240, 246, 249, 250 and 260 of the Highways Act 1980.
THE SCHEME and ORDERS relate to proposals for the construction of a replacement bridge to carry the A259 Eastbourne Road over the Cuckmere River 22 metres north of the existing Exceat Bridge.
COPIES of the Scheme and Orders and of the plans referred to therein have been deposited and may be seen free of charge at:
(i) The Reception Desk, East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne’s Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE; (ii) Seaford Library, 15-17 Sutton Park Road, Seaford BN25 1QX; and (iii) Eastbourne Library, Grove Road, Eastbourne BN21 4 TL. and can also be viewed on the Council’s website at:
Timeline of activities to date | The Exceat Bridge | live.eastsussexhighways.com
COPIES of any proofs of evidence in relation to the Scheme and Orders, sent to or by the promoting authority, will be available for inspection on the website for the Inquiries at the above address from 22 April 2025.
PROCEEDINGS on the above-mentioned Scheme and Orders are being taken concurrently by virtue of Section 257 of the Highways Act 1980.
Neil Crass, Department for Transport
Tyneside House, Skinnerburn Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7 AR
Ref: NATTRAN/SE/HAO/297
Philip Baker, Deputy Chief Executive, Governance Services Department, County Hall, Lewes,
East Sussex BN7 1 UE
25 April 2025
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