The East Sussex (A259 Station Approach, Newhaven)(Temporary Prohibition of Traffic) Order 2025

October 17, 2025 Director of Communities, Economy and Transport (Officer) Approved View on council website
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Purpose

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

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 A26 New Road
– A259 The Drove Slip Road, The Drove, B&Q roundabout,
The Drove, South Way, Lewes Road, North Way, The Drove, North Quay
and eastbound via A259 Drove Road, B&Q roundabout, The Drove,
South Way, Lewes Road, North Way, The Drove, The Drove Slip Road
– A26 New Road.

The Order commenced 4 June 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 23:30hrs
to 05:00hrs on 23 & 24 October 2025 depending upon the weather
conditions.

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

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date17 Oct 2025