LUC's expertise in landscape management and maintenance was instrumental in developing the restoration plans for the Royal Pavilion Garden. 

The approved plans include 24-hour public access, restored Regency planting, new visitor facilities, and repairs to historic elements. Councillor Mitchie Alexander expressed her delight at the approval and emphasised the importance of retaining 24-hour access. 

LUC's work included preparing a landscape management plan and financial plan which set out the requirements and implications for maintaining the new landscape to a high standard. The new plan will provide a key working document for the garden's future management. 

Hedley Swain, CEO of Brighton & Hove Museums, expressed his excitement and thanked the council for their support. The project is part of a wider plan to enhance the Royal Pavilion Estate as a key cultural destination. 

The council and Brighton & Hove Museums have secured £4.3 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for the restoration project. The total cost is £6.5 million, with the council contributing £0.5 million and the remainder being secured through fundraising efforts.