Decision Maker: Eastbourne Borough Council Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: March 19, 2025

Purpose: To seek cabinet approval of an interim plan, in conjunction with other East Sussex districts and boroughs, and East Sussex County Council, for submission to Central Government regarding proposals for Local Government Reorganisation in East Sussex.   To seek agreement of cabinet to continue to progress, working other relevant authorities, to develop a full proposal for a single tier authority for submission to Central Government by 26 September 2025.

Content: (Key decision):   (1) To agree the Interim Plan, set out at Appendix 2 to the report.   (2) To approve the continued development of proposals for the establishment of a single tier authority for the East Sussex area, subject to public and stakeholder engagement, and   (3) To agree that the Chief Executive, in conjunction with the Leader, provide a formal response to the consultation on Sussex and Brighton Devolution currently being undertaken by central government.