Lewes council news
Lewes council news, newest first: decisions, budgets, council tax, bins and services, each linked to the council's own papers.
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Peacehaven to Brighton and Hove: Plan Back On, Now From 2029
The government again plans to move Peacehaven, Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean into Brighton and Hove, now from April 2029. The council is 'shocked'.
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Seaford
Seaford Health Centre Plan Gets Initial NHS Funding
The NHS and Lewes District Council have agreed initial funding to study a new Seaford health centre on land including the Richmond Road car park.
Council
Lewes District Local Plan Paused After Government Changes
Lewes District Council has paused its new Local Plan, which proposed 15,004 homes over 22 years, and started protective legal action over the Peacehaven move.
Environment
Lewes Tree Charter: 10 Rights for Trees and What It Changes
Lewes Town Council voted unanimously on 10 September to back ten rights for every tree in town. What it commits the council to, and what it cannot do.
Council
Lewes Council to Hold £2.39m Developer Cash for A259
Councillors see the plan on 17 September: £2,389,096 of the district's £3.09m strategic developer pot held back to unlock 85% government funding for the A259.
Council
Peacehaven Move to Brighton and Hove Paused by Review
The transfer of Peacehaven, Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean into Brighton and Hove is on hold, and May 2027 now means a Lewes District Council election.