Queensway Gateway Junction: New Traffic Measures Start 1 September 2025

From 1 September, temporary traffic lights will be removed between 6 am and 8 pm, restoring two-way daytime traffic flow. Overnight closures (8 pm–6 am) will remain in place to allow works to continue. These measures are designed to reduce overlapping disruption with the traffic restrictions on the A2100 Battle Hill, which Southern Gas Networks will introduce from 1 September. For full details, click the “Read More” button to access the official East Sussex Highways website.

Your Ideas Could Transform Hastings – And Win You Prizes!

Hastings is set to receive up to £20 million in government funding over the next 10 years to improve local neighbourhoods – that’s £2 million each year for new parks, playgrounds, and other community projects. The Hastings Neighbourhood Board wants your input on how this funding should be spent. Complete the survey for residents and you could win a £50 Love2Shop voucher!

Link to survey [The survey is from Hastings Borough Council. You can click Read More to open it safely on the Council’s official website]

Have Your Say on Proposed Licensing Policy Changes – Respond by 15 September

Hastings Borough Council is reviewing its licensing policy, which manages the number of pubs, bars, nightclubs, and off-licences in areas where too many could cause problems (Cumulative Impact Assessment – CIA). One proposed change is to remove the High Street in Hastings Old Town from the CIA zone, following advice from Public Health and Sussex Police. Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are invited to share their views by Monday 15 September. Send comments to licensing@hastings.gov.uk

Hastings Annual Household Canvass Ongoing – Confirm Your Electoral Details

Hastings Borough Council is conducting its annual household canvass to ensure the electoral register is accurate and up to date. Residents will receive communications requesting confirmation of who lives at each address and who is eligible to vote. This process helps maintain the integrity of local elections and ensures all eligible voters are registered.

Emergency Alerts system test on Sunday 7 September at 3pm

The government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm. Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and that you do not need to take any further action. If you need to opt out, you can.

The council’s September Cabinet Meeting

Hastings Borough Council’s Cabinet will meet on Monday 1 September. The public can attend in person from 5:45 pm at Muriel Matters House or watch online from 6:00 pm

Queensway Gateway Junction Opening Delayed Again to September

The long-running Queensway Gateway junction works have been pushed back once more, with completion now expected in September. Despite recent progress on traffic islands, cycleway conversion, landscaping, and utility diversions, final surfacing and signal installation have delayed the opening beyond earlier promises. Temporary traffic measures remain in place in the meantime.

Hastings Tops the Charts for Food Hygiene Standards

Hastings has been recognised as one of the UK’s leading areas for food hygiene, boasting more high-rated food outlets than many others across the South East