Appendix 1, Lead Member for Transport and Environment

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This appendix sets out the changes made to East Sussex County Council's Highways Asset Management Policy and Highways Infrastructure Management Strategy as part of a strategic review. p1p2

The stated aims of the review were to keep the documents legally compliant, financially accountable, focused on the performance and safety of highway assets, and in line with industry best practice, as well as to create a consistent set of documents that reduces duplication. p3p4p5p6p7

The updated policy adds material on sustainability, climate risks, aging assets, innovation and risk management, links to the Climate Emergency Plan, sets out performance reporting, and introduces a formal review every three years. p11p14p17p20p35p47

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• p1Appendix 1 This appendix outlines the specific updates or modifications that were made to the Highways Asset Management Policy and Highways Infrastructure Management Strategy.
• p2These changes were made as part of a strategic review process, with the goal of ensuring that these documents remain:
• p3· Legally Compliant: In line with current legislation and regulatory requirements.
• p4· Financially Accountable : Aligned with funding conditions and obligations from stakeholders or governing bodies.
• p5· Performance-Oriented: Focused on maintaining or improving the performance, reliability, and safety of highway assets.
• p6· Aligned with Industry Best Practices: Reflective of current standards and leading practices in infrastructure and asset management.
• p7In addition, this work forms part of a broader initiative to develop a uniform suite of documents. This means creating a consistent, integrated set of policies, plans, and procedures that work together cohesively. The goal is to improve clarity, reduce duplication, and support more effective decision-making across all aspects of highway infrastructure management.
• p11Expanded to include sustainability, resilience, and local challenges such as aging assets and climate risks.
• p14Lifecycle-based and resilience-led; includes innovation and proactive risk mitigation.
• p17Explicitly stated as a foundational approach, especially in response to climate impacts and asset deterioration.
• p20Linked directly to the Climate Emergency Plan and carbon reduction goals.
• p35Mentions published indicators and performance tracking against defined objectives.
• p47Formal review cycle established (every 3 years).