A study into the matter has been termed 'substantially complete' by the Central Rail Corridor Board but more talks must go ahead before a conclusion is reached.
Mr Baker has launched a policy paper with proposals to significantly increase long-ter
m rail investment and one of the improvements to the railways the Shadow Transport Secretary suggests includes the reinstatement of the Lewes-Uckfield line.
The MP said the case for re-opening this journey was overwhelming and would have social, economic and environmental benefits for local people.
The Central Rail Corridor Board met on June 20 to receive the draft of the study from Network Rail. After much deliberation, the Board judged that there are still issues that require clarification.
Network Rail will present a final version of the study to the board in July.
Once the board is satisfied that all relevant matters have been taken into consideration, the report will be published and the public invited to comment.
Details of how to obtain a copy of the study and comment forms will be made available.
Councillor Rupert Simmons, chairman of the Central Rail Corridor Board, said, "A lot of time and effort has been put into getting the report to the stage it is at and a lot of professional expertise has been brought to bear on the matter.
"It is essential that comments are invited from local communities and organisations so that we do not miss any evidence before the Central Rail Corridor Board makes a decision on whether or not to progress to a next stage study.
"We will develop a consultation exercise to inform the Board at a decision making meeting on this study, which is likely to be in October.
"I want to ensure that the board does not miss any new evidence before it decides on the future of this rail link."
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