Lewes District Council news

Lewes District Council, in partnership with the Ouse and Adur Rivers Trust and Sussex Wildlife Trust, has implemented a series of natural flood management measures in Hoath Wood near Newhaven.

Councillors commit to 'Real Living Wage' for staff - Cabinet members have welcomed the dynamic steps being taken to put fairness, inclusion, and prosperity at the heart of its agenda.

Cabinet councillors have approved a landmark proposal to create a single unitary council for East Sussex. The decision allows for the proposal to be submitted under the government's Devolution Priority Programme.

Cabinet councillors have approved a major boost for local organisations and facilities, with nearly £483,000 awarded through the latest round of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding.

Work has begun on the first phase of a project which aims to restore the wetland habitats of Landport Brooks in Lewes, to create a better environment for wildlife.

The Leader of Lewes District Council's is encouraging people to attend a 'crucial' meeting on local government reorganisation that will finalise the proposal it submits to government.

People in East Sussex have given more than 14,000 views on plans to reorganise the area's local government.

Lewes District Council has announced a unique opportunity for a visionary restaurateur to become part of the transformative coastal development at West Beach, Newhaven.

The 32nd Artwave Festival returns with 163 free-to-visit exhibitions and open studios across the Lewes District. Enjoy the trails between the 6th-21st September, and discover work by close to 1000 artists and makers across this creative corner of the county.

Lewes District Council is inviting people, businesses and community groups to share their views on a new draft Animal Welfare Licensing Policy. The consultation begins on Monday, September 1, and runs until 5pm on Monday, October 20.

The Lewes District Local Lottery has awarded more than £7,000 to a diverse mix of local good causes.

Lewes District Council, Eastbourne Borough Council, Hastings Borough Council, Rother District Council, Wealden District Council and the South Downs National Park Authority, are launching a coordinated call for sites to help identify suitable locations for permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches and Travelling Showpeople plots across their administrative areas.

Lewes District Council and East Sussex County Council have announced a joint public consultation inviting East Sussex residents to have their say on proposed boundary changes set out by Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC).

Work on the Newhaven Square redevelopment reached a key milestone this week, with the recent removal of the temporary scaffold roof. The former Co-Op is now watertight, allowing works to continue with the internal fit out.

Petition launched by Lewes District Council over a proposal by Brighton and Hove City Council to take over parts of Lewes district - namely Kingston, East Saltdean, Peacehaven, Telscombe, and Newhaven.

Lewes District Council has taken a major step towards its net zero ambitions with Cabinet approval of an innovative plan to convert its entire waste and recycling collection fleet to electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030.

Cabinet members at Lewes District Council have agreed proposals to change the way waste collections are managed from November 2025. The move is designed to increase the amount of household waste that is recycled and composted.

The collaborative efforts behind the Cockshut Restoration Project were celebrated on Wednesday (July 2) as it proudly took home three prestigious accolades at the Sussex Heritage Trust Awards 2025.

A group of south east councils - including Lewes District Council - which holds Southern Water to account regarding water quality and infrastructure problems, has met with a government minister responsible for water and flooding.

Children and families have welcomed the refurbishment of a playground by Lewes District Council.