The authority also said the road will ease congestion and improve air quality on the A259 and has the backing of local people.

BBC: Tree protester

It is also claimed that the road will ease congestion and improve air quality on the busy A259 at Glyne Gap.

BBC: Tree protester

It believes the 20mph limit would reduce the number and severity of road crashes, improve air quality and encourage more cycling and walking.

BBC: Brighton's 20mph city-wide road plan gets support