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Brighton & Hove Local Access Forum
The Brighton & Hove Local Access Forum (BHLAF) is a statutory body whose purpose is to advise the council, the National Park Authority and Natural England on managing and improving access to open spaces in and around Brighton & Hove.
Although the forum has no executive powers the appointing authority and Natural England must listen to their advice.
Members of the forum represent interests including:
- land management
- walking
- horse riding
- cycling
- people with disabilities
- youth
- health
- tourism
- landscape and conservation
Purpose of the forum
The forum's main purpose is to advise on improving public access in the area. Some of the issues that may be addressed include:
- management of land with access
- rights of way improvement
- recreation and transport
- local restrictions
- proposals for bylaws on access land
The forum must consider:
- the needs of land management
- conserving natural beauty
- protection of flora and fauna, and geographical features
- guidance given by the Secretary of State
Annual reviews
View the forum's annual review for 2015/2016 (PDF 112KB).
View the forum's annual review for 2014/2015 (PDF 160KB).
Minutes
Previous meetings
View minutes of previous meetings.
Terms of reference
The terms of reference (PDF 113KB) include information about membership of the forum and roles and responsibilities.