Category Archives: Roads

Green light given to plans to help town centre thrive

PLANS for the second phase of a scheme to modernise and enhance Eastbourne Town Centre are set to move to the final stage.

The proposals, drawn up following consultation with residents, businesses and other stakeholders and part of the Eastbourne Town Centre Improvement Scheme, were approved by the lead member for transport and environment on Monday, July 19. Continue reading

Wildflowers bloom alongside East Sussex roads

Roadsides across the county are bursting with colour following an increase in the number of designated wildlife verges.

36 new wildlife verges have been declared by East Sussex Highways over the last year, protecting a further 37 miles of natural habitat and providing a haven for wildflowers and wildlife.

County-wide there are 176 designated wildlife verges, totalling more than 125 miles – the approximate distance from Lewes to Cambridge.

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Views sought on improvements to major road route

THE PUBLIC, businesses and organisations are being asked to give their view on a raft of measures aimed at improving a major road in East Sussex.

Proposals have been developed for nine junctions along the A22 and A2290 between Hailsham and Eastbourne to improve the safety of pedestrians and cyclists, reduce traffic and journey times, as well as tackling congestion issues. The proposals will also support new home and job growth in the county. Continue reading