SUSSEX DOWNS CONSERVATION BOARD Agenda Item No. 20
7TH JULY 2000
THE 1999/2000 ANNUAL REVIEW
REPORT BY THE SUSSEX DOWNS OFFICER
1.1 To advise the Committee of the draft text for the 1999/2000 Annual Review.
RECOMMENDED
1. That, subject to members' comments and proposed amendments the report be approved.
MARTIN BEATON
Sussex Downs Officer
Contact:
Phil Belden, tel. 01903 741234. E-mail: pbelden@southdowns-aonb.gov.uk
Jenny Grant tel. 01903 741234. E-mail: jgrant@southdowns-aonb.gov.uk
Papers available on www.vic.org.uk
Appendix 1
ANNUAL REVIEW - DRAFT
SUSSEX DOWNS OFFICER'S REPORT
At the end of this extraordinary year when we have passed from one millennium into another the Board finds itself at a crossroads. As at all crossroads there is some confusion about the best route and about the time the journey might take.
For all that we have achieved throughout the year what will remain in people's minds is the announcement on the 29th of September by the Secretary of State that " 50 years on, this Labour Government will begin the process to create new national parks in the South Downs and the New Forest." In January the Countryside Agency reviewed their interpretation of National Park criteria and in April decided to begin the process of designating a National Park in the South Downs.
Whilst the announcement has grabbed the headlines it should not mask the Board's achievements throughout the year or the need for us to continue to work closely with local people to achieve shared objectives of conserving and managing the Sussex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Indeed despite the financial constraints on our core budget we have been able to raise over a third of a million pounds towards work within the AONB and we have achieved 94% of our work targets, including a range of practical projects.
We have worked closely with the East Hampshire AONB Joint Advisory Committee (JAC) and local authorities over the past twelve months to achieve a long term vision for the South Downs which has acted as the basis for an emerging South Downs Business Plan. The Vision Document and Business Plan are important documents providing a sense of future opportunities for the South Downs. We will be participating in a wider consultation on them in the coming year
The Voluntary Ranger Service (VRS) attracted 247 volunteers, its highest number to date, who undertook a magnificent 3,252 days of work on a range of projects. Two areas are worthy of mention. The formal expansion of the VRS in Hampshire, a joint project with the JAC, where thirteen rangers are now assisting with the management of the East Hampshire AONB. Secondly, the establishment of a grazing scheme to reclaim and manage chalk grassland, involving the acquisition and management of 18 Exmoor ponies.
In Planning the Board has continued to play an active, important and effective role in commenting on planning policy and applications. Over the year the Board was consulted on 427 applications, the highest number of applications ever received by the Board.
Significant progress has been made with a number of partners on the sale of meat produce from the South Downs and we hope to launch a new business to promote the sale of South Downs Lamb in the coming twelve months. This project is crucial not only to the farming industry but to the long-term management of chalk grassland in the Downs.
We have prepared a Chalk Grassland Habitat Action Plan (to be launched early next year) which is an important framework for future action by a partnership of conservation agencies. We completed a survey of 270 undesignated chalk grassland sites.
With EU funding we have continued to collate a range of important Geographical Information System (G.I.S) datasets to assist practical action through our PRIMAVERA project. We have developed and attracted EU funding for an INTEREG II landscape management project with the Conservatoire des Sites Naturels de Picardie, and we have begun work on an INTEREG III educational partnership.
In March we achieved Investors in People status, reflecting our commitment to the training and development of staff to maintain a first class service within the AONB.
We have continued to work actively on a range of access initiatives. In December we won the national Transport 2000 award in partnership with East Sussex County Council for our work in promoting integrated public transport. The award and the £25,000 of consultancy advice will greatly assist the development of our Tourism without Traffic initiative. We have expanded our Take the Bus for a Walk initiative with two additional downland routes
We continue to work closely with local communities and our work on the Jigsaw project with the 122 parish councils within the AONB has been particularly significant. This has involved working with local people to identify not only what makes their parish distinctive in terms of landscap, buildings and people, but also to identify areas of concern and possible change. We intend to build on this work over the next few years and to continue assisting local communities to manage important local features.
PROJECTS PROGRAMME REPORT
A summary of the projects undertaken by the Board over the past year
A Heart for the AONB
The Board, working through a South Downs Members group, has continued to work closely with the East Hampshire JAC and Hampshire Authorities on a range of collaborative projects. A draft Vision document on the South Downs has been prepared and sent out to local authority partners for consultation and joint work has taken place on a South Downs Business Plan. Volunteer activity has been extended to cover the whole of the South Downs area, a South Downs web site has been created to provide a range of information and the establishment of a South Downs brand for agricultural produce is being developed jointly.
The Board itself has continued to implement the Sussex Downs AONB Management Strategy through its 15 Point Projects Programme achieving 94% of its programme targets, and through partnership working has raised over £344,000 of funding for projects in addition to that provided by the Countryside Agency and local authorities.
The end of the year found ourselves and our partners awaiting a decision from the Countryside Agency on the long-term future of the South Downs. The Countryside Agency in April finally agreed to begin the process of designation of a National Park in the South Downs. Whatever the final outcome of that process, which remains open until the Agency decides to prepare the designation order, it will take at least three years to conclude. In the meantime the current work of the Board and the South Downs members group forms a firm foundation for developing future action in the South Downs.
Focus for Action
Practical action to conserve the AONB is undertaken by our countryside management service, working in partnership with the many organisations, local communities and individuals throughout the area. Underpinning the professional staff is a dedicated volunteer ranger service, trained and resourced to carry out a range of conservation, recreation and public relations activities.
The Board's investment in the training and development of its staff has been recognised by attaining an Investors in People award. This has been an important process and one vital at a time of great change and uncertainty over the future of the South Downs. This uncertainty is reflected in the high staff turnover during the last year. It is hoped that work on a South Downs Business Plan (which will become available in July) will lead to an agreement on future finance and provide some security as we continue to work on future administrative arrangements.
Over the year significant additional funding was brought in, which enabled a number of areas of work to be developed or new areas explored. New staff were employed on short-term contracts and the work added to the outcomes achieved over the year. However, as a consequence, this detracted from the delivery of the core Projects Programme.
Quarterly reports on progress were sent throughout the year to Members and to the Countryside Agency as well as being available to others with an interest in the detailed activities of the Board.
A Planning Voice
During the past twelve months the Board has been consulted on 427 planning and other applications, the highest number ever received by the Board and nearly twice the number received each year between 1993 and 1997, reflecting a general upturn in the economy and the valuing of the Board’s comments on sensitive development proposals.
Further reflecting this state of affairs is the increasing involvement of the Board in discussing potential development proposals prior to the submission of planning applications. We have also maintained our support for the local authorities at appeals for development proposals which would adversely affect the AONB and have been heartened by a number of recent decisions that have supported the Board’s arguments. The Planning Officer gave evidence at the Public Inquiry into the Portobello Waste Water Treatment Works application on the first working day of January 2000.
Perhaps the most significant planning application submitted for development in the AONB this past year was the application for the modification and operation of the waste management complex at Halewick Lane, Sompting. The Board objected to the application and it has been called in by the Secretary of State. A Public Inquiry is scheduled for late summer 2000.
The Board has also continued to be actively involved with the development plan process. In addition to commenting on a number of Local Plans (including the Worthing Borough Local Plan and the Arun District Local Plan) the Planning Officer and the Chairman of the Board’s Planning Committee attended a series of conferences organised by West Sussex County Council to consider the issues for the Review of the West Sussex Structure Plan.
The Board and the East Hampshire AONB JAC collaborated on the successful production of the "South Downs Planning Guidelines" which following consultation with our partners last autumn, were approved by the Board in April 2000.
A small Working Group led by the Board is looking at possible landscape and wildlife enhancement measures for the former Shoreham Cement Works site. A landscape architect has been commissioned and is preparing a number of restoration options for consideration by the Board. This proactive initiative is an example of "partnership in practice".
European Dimension
An INTERREG II project between the Board and the Conservatoire des Sites Naturels de Picardie, entitled "Calcareous grasslands — a network for action" was formally approved by the Government Office of the South East in December. The £109,000 project will run until December 2001, with the aim of improving the management of the remaining areas of calcareous grassland in East Sussex and the Departement de Somme. This will complement the work of the Board's Living Landscapes Programme and seek to influence the management of chalk grassland on a European scale. Key English partners in the project include English Nature, the Countryside Agency and the Sussex Wildlife Trust.
Links with the French public sector agency SMACOPI — (syndicate for the management and protection of the coast of Picardie) will be developed through the summer of 2000 with a view to preparing a joint INTERREG III bid when the programme is launched in 2000/01.
The PRIMAVERA project hosted a successful international workshop on GIS for environmental management at West Dean College in November. Delegates included those from protected areas in Greece and Italy, and organisations such as the European Environment Agency, European Commission, and European Space Agency. (for further information see Green News).
Living Landscapes
The primary objective of the Board is to protect, conserve and enhance the Sussex Downs AONB. Over the year we have maintained close links with all agencies working in this area.
Strong emphasis has been placed on conserving chalk grassland with the Board leading on the development of the chalk grassland Habitat Action Plan an important framework for future action. In addition some exciting initiatives have been undertaken. £35 000 of grant aid from different sources has enabled a comprehensive survey of 270 undesignated chalk grassland sites to be completed, scrub clearance on key sites and the establishment of a herd of 18 Exmoor ponies to try and combat the spread of tor grass on the Downs. The pony project is particularly noteworthy as it is dependant upon a dedicated group of volunteer rangers for its continued success.
Work on river valleys of the Ouse and Rother continued with our principal partner the Environment Agency. The Ouse Valley Project has been extended on a reduced part time basis into a fourth year. An Interpretation Plan for the valley was completed in March and will form the basis of partnership work in the future. On a further five farms 400 hectares of land were entered into the Countryside Stewardship Scheme. The Rother Valley Project completed its first year with main achievements being the completion of a Phase 1 Habitat Survey of the project area and the design of a historical landscape study, in association with West Sussex County Council and Sussex University.
Erosion of the Heritage Coast cliffs has been a matter for debate over the year — highlighted by a spectacular rock fall at Beachy Head and a pending public enquiry into the proposals for sea defences at Birling Gap. A "Changing Shoreline" exhibition at Seven Sisters Country Park has created interest in the natural processes shaping the coastline. The Board also contributed to a major conference on the issues of shoreline management at Sussex University in the autumn.
The additional Countryside Agency funding in the Heritage Coast has produced important projects in education and green tourism.
On education an agreement was reached with Sussex Wildlife Trust to develop an education service at the Country Park. The Trust will lead a schools programme during 2000 and with the Trust the terms of a feasibility study for a longer term education programme have been agreed.
An aim of the green tourism project is to encourage people to visit the Downs by means other than the car. Seven Sisters Country Park is the focal point for a sustainable transport initiative in the South Downs section of East Sussex County Council’s Local Transport Plan. The plan was approved by the DETR in December. Further endorsement of the proposals was given when, in partnership with ESCC, a bid to be the national focus of Transport 2000’s "Tourism without traffic" award was successful. This provides £25,000 worth of consultancy work to develop a range of proposals that will be published in 2000. This will build on the success of the introduction of car parking charges at Seven Sisters Country Park in 1999. Revenue from the car parking will support the conservation of the Downs and the development of improved public transport provision to the eastern part of the Sussex Downs
Action on the Urban Fringe
Countryside Agency funding and the 106 Agreement with South Coast Power led to a successful range of projects on the Urban Fringe. These projects were successful both in practical terms and in linking the themes of sustainable access, linking town to downs, major conservation and recreation improvements, and access for all.
In partnership with South Coast Motor Services, National Trust and Brighton & Hove Council the Board secured the funds to provide an open top bus for the summer season from town to Devils Dyke. Three circular walks linked to the bus services between Brighton and Telscombe were implemented and leaflets produced. Six routes have been agreed with relevant partners to provide a series of off-road cycle routes starting from train stations on to urban cycle lanes and then on to Downland bridleways.
A feasibility study was carried out to look at providing an off-road cycle route from Falmer to Woodingdean providing a much safer environment for cyclists and walkers to access the Downs and universities and the project is due to start in Autumn 2000. Plans have been produced for disabled access trails on the Brighton & Hove border and Shoreham downland and are to be finalised in 2000/1.
Major landscape improvements to three key sites were carried out and the removal of a transformer pole from a key skyline location was completed. An urban fringe landscape study for the areas of Brighton, Peacehaven and Newhaven was produced.
Volunteer Action
With the total number of volunteers during 1999-2000 reaching 247 (223 during the previous year), more work has been achieved by the South Downs Volunteer Ranger Service (VRS) this year than ever before. Their commitment and enthusiasm provided a grand total of 3,252 days work (an increase of 11% on last year's figures). Included in these figures is 106 days of work by the new Hampshire group which now consists of 13 members. The increase in volunteers during the past year is due to the expanded range of volunteering opportunities including: the purchase of 18 Exmoor ponies by the volunteers (and the associated husbandry); working in new geographical areas i.e. Hampshire; and an increase in interest in regular group working.
Over the year several training courses have been provided for the Volunteers including: Basic Training; Off-Road Driving, First Aid at Work, Task Leadership and Rights of Way Surveying. A Training Manual has also been produced.
The VRS contributes an enormous amount to the wildlife and landscape of the South Downs. The Board, along with all the other agencies that work with the VRS, is extremely grateful for their support.
Community Action
Throughout the year the Board, through its Area teams, has continued to maintain good relationships with local parish councils and other community bodies and groups. A total of 42 talks were given, several meetings were attended and Annual Rights of Way Reports were sent to every parish or town council. However, the main focus for the Community Action Programme this year has been the Millennium Photographic Jigsaw Project.
Local people from the 122 parishes that make up the AONB have been out and about over the past 12 months photographing not only what makes their parish distinctive in terms of landscapes, buildings and people, but also areas of concern and possible change. These images are now currently being used to create a photographic mosaic of the AONB and parish photofiles. Workshops were held in all areas to enable people from many of the parishes to create these photofiles. Once completed, the project will provide a unique record of the Sussex Downs at the turn of the century.
English Elm Landscape
The East Sussex Dutch Elm Disease Control Area contains the only substantial healthy population of mature English elm in the world. The total area covered is in the region of 140 square miles, and is comprised of parts of the administrative districts of Lewes and Wealden.
Although work on the project is normally carried out during the summer months, due to staff shortage, this was extended to late November, when The bi-annual survey of the elm population was finally completed. Due to generally cool or mild weather and continued vigilance, the incidence of Dutch Elm Disease was down overall on the previous year. The cost of felling work amounted to £33,220 and all timber produced was sold by the following May.
Significant news is that the overall population, now close to 48,000 trees, has shown an increase of 5,000 over the numbers two years previously. Parishes with substantial elm populations are: Piddinghoe (2792), Seaford (3084), Alfriston (3997), Folkington (4608) and West Dean (5023).
Recreation Management
The 31 sites that the Board maintains directly and those 41 sites which it manages in partnership with other authorities have been maintained and kept fully open throughout the year. These sites act as gateways providing access into the wider countryside so it is important to ensure that they are welcoming to the general public. Works have included resurfacing, grass mowing, litter clearance, repairing fences, gates, stiles and barriers. The largest site is the Seven Sisters Country Park, with 55,000 visitors passing through the visitor centre alone and 450,000 overall using all the facilities available. The revenue from the car park ticket machines installed earlier in the year has already paid for the cost of installing the machines, wheelchair-friendly tables and helped towards the education service that we run, in partnership with the Sussex Wildlife Trust, at the Park.
Substantial improvements have been made to another key site at Chanctonbury, restricting unauthorised access and thereby preventing fly-tipping encroaching into the surrounding countryside. Major resurfacing works have been carried out at Kithurst car park, and tree clearance has been carried out beside Duncton car park to restore the splendid panoramic views.
South Downs Way National Trail
A new South Downs Way Officer was appointed by Hampshire County Council in May, based at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. All promotional and other work on South Downs Way projects other than the maintenance work programme are the responsibility of the South Downs Way Officer. As a member of the South Downs Way Steering Group, jointly responsible for the maintenance of the Trail, the Board has been liaising throughout the year with the new Officer concerning the management of the route, and providing help and advice on promotional aspects.
Management of the National Trail is prioritised by the Board's Area teams who ensure that the route is monitored frequently. Enhancement projects undertaken on the Trail this year included: resurfacing of the South Downs Way at Rodmell and gate replacements at Sullington and Amberley.
Recreation 2000
Access into the countryside is an increasingly important aspect of the Board's work. Having achieved the Recreation 2000 target, with over 99% of the network open and over 98% of the structures (gates, stiles, signposts etc) in conditions 1 and 2, the Board has worked on identifying and implementing enhancements on the network. The aim is to improve accessibility for all those that visit and explore the A.O.N.B.
A substantial amount of time and effort has been spent developing the new, improved rights of way database with all the Board's Areas involved in testing. When completed, worksheet maintenance and reporting will be achieved more effectively.
We are continuing to work closely with West Sussex County Council to tackle the list of "unavailable paths". Seven paths were opened this year and those remaining are entirely due to legal problems. As part of the New Bid to the Countryside Agency, permissive paths have been created on the Cowdray Estate, enhancing access by providing new links in a popular area. Other New Bid projects involved resurfacing on high priority routes.
Sustainable Access
The Board has successfully ensured that sustainable access to the Downs, for leisure and tourism, has been incorporated in Local Transport Plans (LTPs). The East Sussex LTP includes a South Downs Local Area Strategy, that has also been successful in winning £25,000 of consultancy time through the Transport 2000, Tourism Without Traffic initiative. This pilot should provide valuable experience in implementing integrated access solutions. The West Sussex LTP includes a Rural Transport Strategy for the first time.
The Board has continued to expand its Take The Bus For a Walk promotional approach. The Brighton & Hove bus walks leaflets were re-printed in response to demand. Feedback indicates this scheme not only provides access for people without cars (42%) but is also encouraging some (26%) to use the bus rather than their car. Two new bus walks have been developed with Telscombe Town Council and a new bus link from Brighton centre to Stanmer Park, on Sundays and Bank Holidays, proved to be very successful with 3,000 using the service.
The Days Out In the Downs promotion encouraged more than 1046 people to use the bus to reach attractions in the Downs. This shows the potential to shift travel patterns providing an attractive package is developed and the initiative has encouraged Stagecoach to promote more leisure and recreation opportunities by bus.
The Cuckmere Rambler Bus timetable was re-printed with an extended service to Seaford town centre. The introduction of car park charges at Seven Sisters Country Park caused little adverse comment and for 11% of visitors it changed their travel patterns so that they now sometimes visit without the car.
Green News
Information technology (IT) has taken a higher profile this year with much effort going into ensuring Year 2000 compliancy throughout the Board's systems. As part of this project an e-mail system, internet access and internal networking were introduced to the Board's offices, bringing us into the 21st century.
The successful Access to the South Downs bid to the Countryside Agency has enabled the Board to develop two major IT projects, the Virtual Information Centre for the South Downs (VIC), web address www.vic.org.uk, and the South Downs Geographical Information System (GIS). VIC is an exciting project which will provide a gateway to information on the South Downs, with information for tourists, students of all ages and those involved in the conservation of this nationally important landscape. The University of Nottingham have continued work on the PRIMAVERA Project, web address www.geog.nottingham.ac.uk/~wale/primavera.html, throughout the year, resulting in the installation of a working GIS system with useful management tools at the Board's Storrington office. The bid has also provided funding to improve information on access to the South Downs as well as access on the ground.
Quality design and a clear message has continued to be promoted in the AONB through the erection of new site signs and interpretive boards, the production of leaflets, training events with partners, and the publication of press releases by a locally-based company, Woodhouse Communications.
Working Landscapes
The Board's initiative to promote local produce marketing under a "South Downs" marketing brand has taken an important step forward. In November a feasibility study was produced by the Meat and Livestock Commission into marketing sheep-meat from the South Downs. Following the completion of the Study, we have been establishing firm business links with key players in the industry, and potential partners to rebuild the local supply chain. Meetings to be held in the new financial year between the partners, and the outcome of a grant application for funding from MAFF, will determine whether we will be in a position to establish a business to launch this project.
The Sussex and Surrey Coppice Group, supported by the Board, seeks to promote the interests of its members and the coppice industry. Networking between members of the Group has increased considerably since the group was formed in 1998, resulting in new work opportunities being identified. In April Dr Mike Swan from the Game Conservancy Trust gave a presentation to 30 members on coppice woodland and profitable game management. In June, members reported doing good business at the South of England Show where their display won 2nd prize in the Farm and Conservation class. The Group's AGM is to be held on the 13 July 2000 at Merrist Wood.
VIC, which has been designed to provide information on the South Downs, gives details of pubs, accommodation and visitor attractions in the area. Its development will be an important tool for promoting these attractions and contributing to their economic viability.
The Board continues to support the South East Walks Partnership to develop sustainable tourism within the South Downs. Further information on the Partnership can be obtained from web address www.southeastwalks.com .
Working in Partnership
The success of the Board is, in a large part, due to its partners. The Board was set up to enable organisations throughout the AONB to work together to protect, conserve and enhance this nationally important landscape. Without the help and assistance of its partners, working in close liaison, the Board would be unable to achieve many of its objectives.
Staffing
During 1999/2000 the Board had a staff of 31.5 (full time equivalent) led by Chief Officer, Martin Beaton. Phil Belden held the post of Countryside Manager and Martin Small that of Planning Officer.
The Board has appointed Mr Mike Kendall, County Secretary of West Sussex, as its Clerk and Mr Sam Howes, Chief Planning Officer at Chichester District Council, as its Honorary Planning Adviser. From 1st September 1999 Mr John Howes took over from Mr Julian Davies as County Treasurer of East Sussex and Treasurer to the Board. Sue Hammond, East Sussex County Council, is the Board's Personnel Officer.
There have been several changes to the Countryside Management Service during the year: Sue Perry, Western Area Senior Ranger left to become a Conservation Officer with English Nature at their East Midlands Office; Jonathan Mycock took up a position with Hampshire County Council, and Simon Allen with the Broads Authority. Neil Featherstone became North Norfolk Coast Assistant Project Officer, while Mike O'Shea joined the Board earlier in the year but then left to take up a post with the Environment Agency. Five new rangers joined us during the year: James Fisher in the Western Area; Richard James, Andrew Gattiker and Liz Appleton in the Central Area, and Fran Southgate (who started earlier in the year as a trainee with the Board) in the Eastern Area. Peter Currell was appointed as Central Area Manager, David Orchin as a seasonal Visitor Services Ranger at Seven Sisters Country Park and Robert Free as Heathland Project Officer.
At Headquarters Carol Fleming was appointed as Clerk Typist/Receptionist.
Objectives of the Board
To protect, conserve and enhance the natural beauty and amenity of the Sussex Downs AONB, including its physical, ecological and cultural landscape;
To promote the quiet informal enjoyment of the Sussex Downs AONB by the general public but only so far as is consistent with the first objective;
To promote sustainable forms of economic and social development especially working with farmers and landowners to encourage land management which supports the two objectives above.
Constitutional Matters
Legally, the Board is a Joint Committee established under section 102 of the Local Government Act 1972. The Board consists of the following representatives:
East Sussex County Council - Five members - appointed
West Sussex County Council - Six members - appointed
Brighton & Hove Unitary Authority - Three members - appointed
Nine Borough and District Councils - One member each and two for Chichester - appointed.
Countryside Agency - Twelve members - nominated.
Regulations have been made by the Secretary of State enabling the members nominated by the Countryside Agency to participate fully in the work of the Board.
The current Chairman is Lord Renton. Mr Ian Elliot and Mr Maurice Skilton are Vice-Chairmen of the Board.
The Board has appointed an Executive Committee to steer the work of its officers (meeting quarterly) and a Planning Committee to undertake the Board's role in the town and country planning process (meeting monthly). Lord Renton chaired the Executive Committee during the year. The Planning Committee was chaired by Mr Richard Reed.
Contacts
Lord Renton of Mount Harry
Chairman of the Board
Chanctonbury House,
Church Street,
Storrington,
West Sussex RH20 4LT
Telephone: (01903) 741234
Fax: (01903) 741241
Martin Beaton
Sussex Downs Officer
Chanctonbury House,
Church Street,
Storrington,
West Sussex RH20 4LT
Telephone: (01903) 741234
Fax: (01903) 741241
Membership of the Sussex Downs Conservation Board at 31st March 2000
Mr J. Betteridge West Sussex County Council
Ms. B. Bloom Countryside Agency
Mr. I. Brown Countryside Agency
Mr. W.H. Buck West Sussex County Council
Mr. D. Burden Countryside Agency
Mrs R.A. Burns Mid Sussex District Council
Mr. P.W. Bryant Countryside Agency
Mr. L. Clark Countryside Agency
Mr. N.F. Dingemans Arun District Council
Mr. N. Draffan Countryside Agency
Mrs J.E. Duncton Chichester District Council
Mr T.M.E. Dunn Chichester District Council
Mr. R.F. Dyason East Sussex County Council
Mr. I.R.W. Elliott West Sussex County Council
Mr. B. Fitch Brighton & Hove Council
Mr. H.A. Hall West Sussex County Council
Ms H. James Brighton & Hove
Mr. P.L. Leonard Countryside Agency
Mr J. Livings East Sussex County Council
Mr. P. Millmore Countryside Agency
Mrs. C.M. Morrish West Sussex County Council
Mr. D.R. Neighbour East Sussex County Council
Mr R. Paterson Horsham District Council
Mr. R.H. Reed Countryside Agency
Mr. J.D. Rose West Sussex County Council
Mr. B. Rowe Brighton & Hove
Mr. M. Skilton Eastbourne Borough Council
Mr. A. L. Small Lewes District Council
Mr. P.A. Spruce Adur District Council
Mr. D. Streeter Countryside Agency
Mrs V. Sutton Worthing Borough Council
Mr. D. Taylor Countryside Agency
Mrs S.M. Tidy Wealden District Council
Mr. A.P. Wallis East Sussex County Council
Mr. M. White Countryside Agency
Miss. O.M. Woodall East Sussex County Council
