The site identified with the 'focused consultation' and the scale of development alluded to, appears to be of a scale which can be considered strategic in nature. The consideration of this site within the Development Management Plan does not appear to be consistent with the identified scale and principle of development in this area within the Planning Strategy. Therefore, it is considered that development at this location should be resolved, at least in principle, through the Planning Strategy.

I would also refer you to the Council's earlier comments made on Hastings Core Strategy in relation to this site, and specifically that development in this location is only regarded as potentially sustainable were it to incorporate local shops and services, including a primary school, as well as employment land. However, as you are aware, in light of Natural England's comments regarding the site, it is not assumed to be coming forward in Rother Core Strategy.

These comments, concerns aside, it should also be noted that no reference is made in the document as to the access to the site and its relationship to land within Rother District.

Both Hastings Borough and Rother District Councils must work together with regard to consideration of this site, if it is to be pursued further.