BUS ROUTE SWITCH BEATS ROADWORKS

Lewes MP Norman Baker intervented after East Sussex County Council proposed suspending part of the number 128 service which covers South Downs Road, Mayhew Way, Spences Lane, and part of Malling Street, for two weeks due to road works being carried out on Malling Hill.

Many of those who use the number 128 are elderly and rely on it to provide them with transport to and from the town centre.

The council has agreed to Mr Baker's suggestion that the route of the 128 service be reversed to run anti-clockwise around these streets, thus preserving an invaluable transport link.

Mr Baker said: 'I was approached by a number of elderly local residents, understandably concerned that they were to be left stranded without a bus for two weeks because of road works.

'I am delighted the county council has agreed to the suggestion I put to them, namely that the route could be reversed for the duration of the road works, thus enabling the route to continue to operate. I am grateful to the county for their flexible and helpful response.'