A MAN has been found dead at the base of some cliffs.

Police were called yesterday morning to carry out a search following concerns for a man's welfare.

Coastguard teams and volunteer crews from Eastbourne RNLI also assisted, with an Inshore Lifeboat launched.

A man's body was found at the base of cliffs in Eastbourne.

Sussex Police said: "Police were called around 11.20am on Monday due to concerns for the welfare of a man.

"Officers carried out a search, assisted by HM Coastguard, and a body was sadly found at the base of cliffs in Eastbourne.

"There are no suspicious circumstances and the coroner’s officer has been informed."