One East Sussex is our shared plan for a single council to serve all our communities.
The ambition is for a strong and forward-looking unitary authority to deliver quality, joined-up services which are value for money.
The new body would begin work in 2028, replacing the six current local councils.
It is designed to be simpler for residents, stronger financially and able to transform services by working more closely together.
Everyone in East Sussex would have a strong voice, protecting the distinct identities of our towns, villages and neighbourhoods.
Leaders of all six East Sussex councils have written jointly to Government to oppose the proposed...
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
This consultation is now closed. We expect Government to make a decision by 17 July, when the out...
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Government has announced it is not ready to make a decision about the future shape of Local Gover...
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Your councils, working together
The One East Sussex proposal was developed in partnership by your local councils.
Until the new unitary authority is formally established you will continue to receive services from East Sussex County Council and your local district or borough council:
