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Eastbourne–Hastings lines reopen; disruption continues
Southern confirms the lines have reopened, but cancellations or revisions remain possible until 16:00.
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Eastbourne–Ashford: earlier trespass notice no longer listed
Southern no longer lists the earlier Ore trespass notice. Clearance is unverified; check current Eastbourne–Hastings track-inspection travel advice.
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Eastbourne rail update: Brighton–Lewes emergency disruption cleared
National Rail marked the Brighton–Lewes emergency disruption cleared at 00:47 BST on 13 October. Affected trains are running normally; check planned works.
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Eastbourne–London signalling-fault notice no longer listed
Southern no longer lists the Haywards Heath–Lewes signalling-fault alert. No explicit clearance time has been verified; check live Eastbourne–London journeys.
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RNLI plans Coastal Lifeboat for Eastbourne in 2028
The RNLI’s 12 October fleet announcement lists Eastbourne’s Trent-class retirement and replacement with a Coastal Lifeboat in 2028.
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Eastbourne–London rail disruption cleared after Lewes tree blockage
National Rail marked the Lewes–Haywards Heath tree incident cleared at 20:57 BST. Earlier diversion and delay advice is superseded.
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A27 overnight closures planned near Polegate and Lewes in October
National Highways lists overnight A27 closures between Berwick and Polegate on 9–11 October, then Southerham and Berwick on 19–24 October.
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East Sussex SEND reform plan approved by government
East Sussex County Council says government has approved its SEND reform plan, making it eligible for a grant covering 90% of its Designated Schools Grant deficit.
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Eastbourne rail disruption resolved after emergency response
National Rail marked the Eastbourne–Lewes disruption cleared at 19:15 on 6 October. Separate late-night engineering works still apply.
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A27 eastbound Lewes bypass closure scheduled overnight on 5 October
National Highways lists a closure from Ashcombe to Southerham, 21:00 on 5 October to 06:00 on 6 October, affecting journeys towards Eastbourne.