Purpose

To allow JH Payne & Sons 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
footpath;

Decision

Temporary Footpath Closure
Popes Passage - from the junction with A277 High Street to the
junction with U5156 Castle Ditch 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 U5156 Castle Ditch
Lane, Castle Precincts, Castle Gate - A277 High Street and vice
versa or U5156 Castle Ditch Lane, Commercial Passage - A2029 Fisher
Street - A277 High Street and vice versa.

The Order commences 12 January 2026 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
January & 27 March 2026 depending upon the weather
conditions.

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