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.
