The roadworks are being carried out by UK Power Network on High Street and Marine Drive. One Network claims the works on High Street started on March 27, and are due to be completed by April 10. The works on Marine Drive started on March 29, and are also set to be finished by April 10.
But, today, the works – which also feature temporary traffic lights – are causing chaos in the area, with tailbacks all through the village on to the A259.
1. 'Chaos' in Rottingdean as road works cause serious delays
There are tailbacks and delays all the way through the village, one driver said. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL
2. 'Chaos' in Rottingdean as road works cause serious delays
The works are being performed by UK Power Networks. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL
3. ROTTINGDEAN TRAVEL CHAOS - NEW POWER CABLES/ SYSTEM GOING INTO HITE HORSE PUB ROTTINGDEAN
Temporary traffic lights are in operation. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL
4. Traffic chaos in Rottingdean as works take place
New power cables are being installed as part of the works. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL