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News

  • Work to prepare site for Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre to begin

    Work to prepare site for Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre to begin

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Work to prepare site for Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre to begin. https://www.wealden.gov.uk/news/work-to-prepare-site-for-polegate...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Oct 26
  • Tips for a safer Hallowe’en

    Tips for a safer Hallowe’en

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Tips for a safer Hallowe’en Hallowe'en has become an increasingly popular celebration over the past few years for children, famil...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Oct 26
  • A27 Langstone Bridge Works

    A27 Langstone Bridge Works

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see below information on upcoming closures to the A27 westbound carriageway. Please note that there is no access for emergency servi...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Oct 26
  • Upcoming vegetation works along the A27 at the Warblington junction.

    Upcoming vegetation works along the A27 at the Warblington junction.

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from South East Communications Team We’re writing to advise of upcoming vegetation works along the A27 at the Warblington jun...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Oct 26
  • Solar car ports being installed in Vicarage Lane Car Park, Hailsham.

    Solar car ports being installed in Vicarage Lane Car Park, Hailsham.

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Solar car ports to be installed in Hailsham car park to deliver energy savings - Wealden District Council Approval has been given by Wealde...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Oct 26
  • Upcoming works, Church Farm Lane

    Upcoming works, Church Farm Lane

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    East Sussex Highways Message: I am writing to advise that, we will be carrying out carriageway repairs on Church Farm Lane, Chalvington, to...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Oct 26
  • Changes to how planning applications are decided from 31 October

    Changes to how planning applications are decided from 31 October

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    The Government is introducing a new National Scheme of Delegation for Planning Functions which will apply to planning authorities across Eng...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Oct 26
  • A27 Berwick roundabout to Polegate CLOSURE NOTICE Friday 9 October for two nights between 9pm and 6am

    A27 Berwick roundabout to Polegate CLOSURE NOTICE Friday 9 October for two nights between 9pm and 6am

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    MESSAGE FROM HIGHEWAYS Shortly Highways will be undertaking the removal of diseased trees. To undertake these works safely, we’ll nee...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 26
  • pavement survey works to the A27 from Falmer to Coldean 8pm to 6am.

    pavement survey works to the A27 from Falmer to Coldean 8pm to 6am.

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    MESSAGE FROM HIGHWAYS We’ll soon be carrying out pavement survey works to the A27 from Falmer to Coldean. To undertake the works s...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 26
  • A27 Langstone Bridge Works - Additional westbound closureses

    A27 Langstone Bridge Works - Additional westbound closureses

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    HIGHWAYS MESSAGE Due to traffic incidents in the area on the last weekend of September we cancelled our planned closure of the westbound ca...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 26
  • WDC want to increase their pool of local people available to work at elections

    WDC want to increase their pool of local people available to work at elections

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from Wealden Council WDC are looking to increase our pool of local people available to work at elections, and we would be very grat...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 26
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    5th Oct Council Meeting Moved to 12th Oct 2026

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please note that the scheduled council meeting for the 5th October 2026 has now been moved to the 12th due to Councillor commitments. The ag...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Oct 26
  • Reminder of upcoming weekend closures to the A27at Langstone for bridge works.

    Reminder of upcoming weekend closures to the A27at Langstone for bridge works.

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please note there will be no access for emergency service whilst the closures are in place. Westbound weekend closures: Saturday 26 Septem...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Sep 26
  • Uckfield to Lewes Greenway can now be implemented

    Uckfield to Lewes Greenway can now be implemented

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see below link to a media release regarding the funding approved to unlock next phase of Uckfield to Lewes Greenway. Wealden District...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 28 Sep 26
  • Sept 26 Report From District Councillor

    Sept 26 Report From District Councillor

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please receive the latest report from our District Councillor for September. Sept 26 District Cllr Report District Councillor Report Sept ...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Sep 26
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    Bugle News Uploaded 14th Sept Edition

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please check out the Bugle news: https://www.chalvingtonwithripe-pc.gov.uk/shared/attachments.asp?f=5c0a7bcb%2D65fb%2D486c%2Da153%2D72809c5...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Sep 26
  • Wealden’s statement on announcement to pause Local Government Reorganisation

    Wealden’s statement on announcement to pause Local Government Reorganisation

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Wealden District Council's statement has been published following the government's announcement on Monday 7 September that local gov...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Sep 26
  • A27 Eastbound on slip road at Falmer

    A27 Eastbound on slip road at Falmer

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    National Highways will soon be undertaking the removal of diseased trees on the A27 eastbound on slip road at Falmer. To undertake these wo...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Sep 26
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    MP Report Sept 26 Now Available

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Our MP's report for Sept 26 is now available: MP Report Sept 26

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Sep 26
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    Crowborough Army Camp Home Office Seek Permission

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see below for a press release regarding an update on the Crowborough Army Camp. Home Office to seek planning permission for continue...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Sep 26
  • A27 Langstone Bridge Works

    A27 Langstone Bridge Works

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from National Highways Limited: We're replacing steel parapets, waterproofing, and expansion joints on both bridges. Inspectio...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Sep 26
  • Important information: drinking water supplies in Sussex

    Important information: drinking water supplies in Sussex

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from www.southeastwater.co.uk We will shortly be applying to the Environment Agency for a Drought Permit on the River Ouse. I will...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Sep 26
  • Maintain election alignment of principal authority & parish elections

    Maintain election alignment of principal authority & parish elections

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from Wealden Council You are probably aware the Secretary of State issued their decision on local government reorganisation in East...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Aug 26
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    Parish Council Agenda for 7th September 26 available now

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see the agenda at this link: 7th Sept 26 Agenda We will welcome all residents to hear what the Parish Council is discussing and vot...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Aug 26
  • £100,000 Back-to-School Payment scheme: low-income families

    £100,000 Back-to-School Payment scheme: low-income families

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Wealden council is launching a new £100,000 Back-to-School Payment scheme to help eligible families manage the immediate costs of send...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 26
  • 1-4 Sept overnight closures between Fishbourne roundabout and Whyke roundabout

    1-4 Sept overnight closures between Fishbourne roundabout and Whyke roundabout

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from National Highways : We’ll soon be carrying out resurfacing works on the A27 Stockbridge roundabout. To undertake the...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 26
  • Annual revision of the electoral register (annual canvass)

    Annual revision of the electoral register (annual canvass)

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    The Electoral Services Team message: We are about to start the annual revision of the electoral register (annual canvass). As part of the a...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 26
  • Divert part of public footpath Chalvington with Ripe 18

    Divert part of public footpath Chalvington with Ripe 18

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL NOTICE OF MAKING OF AN ORDER HIGHWAYS ACT 1980 and WILDLIFE AND COUNTRYSIDE ACT 1981 THE EAST SUSSEX (Public Foo...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 26
  • Wealden Crematorium receives an ‘outstanding’ rating

    Wealden Crematorium receives an ‘outstanding’ rating

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Wealden Crematorium, has recently received an ‘outstanding’ rating after an inspection. Wealden Crematorium Wealden Crematoriu...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Aug 26
  • Replacing Water Pipes 24 October 30 October Arlington and Polegate areas

    Replacing Water Pipes 24 October 30 October Arlington and Polegate areas

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from SE Water: As you may already know, we are working to replace burst-prone water pipes in your area, which have burst six times ...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 13 Aug 26
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    Wealden Community Sports Hub Officially Open

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see below link for a media release about Wealden Community Sports Hub, which has officially opened today. The £16.7 million sta...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Aug 26
  • Fake Air Con Units - Police Newsletter

    Fake Air Con Units - Police Newsletter

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    In this hot weather you might be tempted to buy an air conditioning unit, please see the police newsletter it may help! July 2026 Police Ne...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Aug 26
  • Risk of Wildfires Remains Very High

    Risk of Wildfires Remains Very High

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is urging people to take extra precautions outdoors as the risk of wildfires remains very high across ...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Aug 26
  • Support for households in East Sussex

    Support for households in East Sussex

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    There has been a significant amount of discussion online and in the media about changes to school holiday food vouchers and support availabl...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Aug 26
  • Wealden Council Ward Budgets Scheme

    Wealden Council Ward Budgets Scheme

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Following the success of 2025/2026 funding given for the Ward Budgets scheme, Wealden council has provided further funding for councillors t...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Aug 26
  • Our MP will be waiting for your questions 5th Aug 19:30

    Our MP will be waiting for your questions 5th Aug 19:30

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Our MP James MacCleary will be at Haydon Barker Hall on Wednesday 5th August from 7:30 pm. James wants to offer constituents a dedicated h...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 31 Jul 26
  • £185,000 funding awarded to transform church in Wadhurst.

    £185,000 funding awarded to transform church in Wadhurst.

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see link below for a media release about funding awarded to transform church in Wadhurst. £185,000 awarded to support transfor...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Jun 26
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    Parish Council Meeting June 29th Agenda

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see the link to the agenda for the Parish meeting on Monday 29th June 2026. The meeting will be held at Hayton Baker Hall, Church L...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 20 Jun 26
  • Using AI safely and responsibly - Get Safe Online Message

    Using AI safely and responsibly - Get Safe Online Message

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Neighbourhood Alert Message AI (Artificial Intelligence) has become part of daily life for most internet users. But are you confident that ...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Jun 26
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    £16 million invested in Wealden over the past 10 years

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see attached and below for a media release about Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) monies spent over the last 10 years. £16 ...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 1 Jun 26
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    1st June Agenda Now Live

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please see Council Meetings 2026 for the live agenda: Agenda 1st June 2026 We look forward to seeing you on Monday.

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 27 May 26
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    South Downs Local Plan - Have your say

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Have your say on vital placemaking plan The South Downs National Park Authority has published the South Downs Local Plan (Proposed Submissi...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 May 26
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    Consultation:Poposals to move parts of East Sussex into Brighton & Hove

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    People in East Sussex are being offered another say on the future of a unitary authority for East Sussex. Click here to feed in your views...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 May 26
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    Annual Parish Meeting & Ordinary Council Meeting 11May 2026

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    The annual Parish Meeting will be held together with the ordinary council meeting, at the Hayton Barker Village Hall, 11th May 2026 at 7 pm....

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 May 26
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    2nd Mar 2026 Minutes Live

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    02 March 2026 minutes are now live on the website.

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Mar 26
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    Wealden Local Plan Parish Reply 2026 Submitted

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    The Parish has now submitted the response document to Wealden District Council. Please see the link to the document CWRPC Local Plan Respons...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Mar 26
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    Parish Council Meeting 30th March 2026 CANCELLED

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Please be advised that as there are no matters arising, the meeting to be held on the 30th March 2026 is cancelled. The next Parish meeting...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Mar 26
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    Wealden District Bus Service Changes

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Message from Wealden District Council: Please see web page for Bus Service updates here: Changes Timetable updates are made by bus operato...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Mar 26
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    Wealden Local Plan: Have your say by 27/03/26!

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    CWRPC Local Plan Information Please see the summary document and questions document and have your say. The deadline was 20th March 2026 now...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Mar 26
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    Wealden issues key funding opportunities information

    Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex
    Article by: Stephanie Dubas

    Wealden has issued the community grants information on key funding opportunities currently open with events for your info. Please see our pa...

    Chalvington with Ripe Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 14 Mar 26