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A29 Pulborough landslide update

At the time of going to press, the A29 by the Pulborough mini roundabout remains closed due to a landslide of the steep banks at either side of the road.

Joy Dennis, the County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “We totally understand the frustration of residents, business owners and other road users, facing a lengthy diversion route, and would like to assure them we are making every effort to re-open the road as soon as possible – but that can only be done once it is safe to do so...the issues are complex. Geo-technical experts have assessed the embankments and advised it is not safe to reopen the road to vehicles and pedestrians –we must adhere to this expert advice as safety has to be our number one priority.”

Both embankments have moved and worsened since the original road closure. Trees are at risk of being brought down and there is the added complication of a sewer drain in the embankment, which has been damaged in the landslide. Motorists and others are being urged not to move barriers to pass or access the area. A dedicated web page for updates can be viewed at www.westsussex.gov.uk/a29-pulborough.

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