Paragraph 23 ArchaeologyI1

No stage of the connection works, including any trial trenching, shall commence outside the South Downs National Park until in relation to the relevant stage of the connection works a written scheme of archaeological investigation (which accords with the outline onshore written scheme of archaeological investigation) has been submitted to and approved in writing by West Sussex County Council.

The written scheme of archaeological investigation shall identify areas where field work and/or a watching brief are required, and the measures to be taken to protect, record or preserve any significant archaeological remains that may be found.

Any archaeological works or watching brief carried out under the scheme shall be by a suitably qualified person or body approved by West Sussex County Council.

Any archaeological works or watching brief shall be carried out in accordance with the approved scheme.