News Articles
£16 million invested in Wealden communities over the past 10 years
Publish Date: 28 May 2026
A total of £16 million of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding has been given to Wealden district parish and town councils since its introduction by Wealden District Council in 2016. In this financial year, the council has paid £3.4m to parishes. CIL is a charge that local authorities in England impose on new developments to...
Organisations in Wealden awarded funding to address health inequalities
Publish Date: 27 May 2026
The funding comes from East Sussex Public Health and is provided to Wealden District Council to support groups and organisations in Wealden to boost physical activity and tackle health inequalities. This funding programme has successfully supported 23 targeted health activities and interventions since the programme was launched in 2022. The organisations and groups which have...
The new Horam Station Hub opens for residents to enjoy
Publish Date: 20 May 2026
The Horam Hub is part of a wider programme of improvements along the Cuckoo Trail, which is owned by Wealden District Council. The improvements are all focused on making the trail easier to use, more welcoming, and more enjoyable. The refreshment kiosk, Cadence Clubhouse Horam, is operated by Cadence Cycle Club and offers toilets, water...
Wealden District Council leaders left deeply dismayed over communication gap surrounding Crowborough Army Camp
Publish Date: 19 May 2026
Yesterday evening (Monday 18 May), Wealden District Council uncovered details in court papers revealing that two government departments have agreed between themselves to allow the camp the option to remain open until 2030. This is despite repeated promises from the government and the Home Office Minister Alex Norris MP that the camp was only temporary...
Leadership appointments confirmed to council for 2026-2027
Publish Date: 14 May 2026
In 2023, the Liberal Democrat and Green Party councillors formed the Alliance for Wealden, which is a cross-party, co-operative group that governs the council. As part of their agreement, council leadership alternates annually between the two parties every year. For the 2026 – 2027 term, Green Party Councillor Rachel Millward has been appointed as leader...