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England Secure Fifth Consecutive Grand Slam With Victory Over France In Bordeaux
England clinched a fifth successive Grand Slam as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach ran in two tries each in a 43-28 triumph over France in Bordeaux..
Scotland Rugby Great Scott Hastings Dies Aged 61
The British and Irish Lions centre won 65 caps in an 11-year Test career that began in 1986 and was part of the most recent Scotland team to win the Grand Slam in 1990..
Officers At Windsor Castle Investigated Over Allegations Of Sleeping On Duty
Police officers protecting the royal family at Windsor Castle are under investigation over allegations they slept while on duty..
Labour Woman Leader Long Overdue Lisa Nandy Says But Rules Out Running
A woman leader of the Labour Party is “long overdue”, Lisa Nandy said, expressing frustration that those jostling to oust Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer are all men..
Xabi Alonso Appointed Chelsea Manager On Four Year Deal
Xabi Alonso’s appointment as Chelsea manager has been confirmed on a four-year deal..
Labour Leadership Rivals Caught Up In Debate Over EU Ties
Two of the men hoping to oust Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister have been caught up in a debate over whether Labour should seek to take Britain back into the European Union..
Police Officers Injured During Serious Disorder After Celtics Title Win
Officers were injured during “serious disorder” as police dispersed crowds in the Trongate area of Glasgow where Celtic fans gathered following their Scottish Premiership title win..
UKs Look Mum No Computer Last In Eurovision Final As Bulgaria Wins First Trophy
The UK’s Eurovision entry Look Mum No Computer has finished last in the song contest’s 2026 grand final with just one point, as Bulgaria celebrated the country’s first ever win..
Alex Cole Hamilton To Run For First Minister When MSPs Vote On Top Job
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has confirmed he will be running for first minister when MSPs vote on who should have the top job next week..
Look Mum No Computer To Perform In Eurovision Final Amid Boycott Over Israel
The UK’s Eurovision entrant Look Mum No Computer is to perform in the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, alongside Israel’s Noam Bettan, after the country’s inclusion in the competition prompted a boycott by five nations..
Pep Guardiola Keeps People Guessing Over His Future At Man City
The Manchester City manager was in a playful mood when asked if Saturday’s FA Cup final could be his last trip to Wembley with the club..
Hearts And Celtic Fans Get Ready For Pivotal League Title Clash
Hearts and Celtic fans are eagerly awaiting the league title clash.
Unprecedented Police Operation In Capital As Tens Of Thousands To Protest
Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on the capital on Saturday for two major demonstrations amid a huge £4.5 million police operation..
Pressure On Starmer Ramps Up As Burnham One Step Closer To Challenge
The prospect of a leadership challenge to Sir Keir Starmer is looming closer after Andy Burnham was cleared to run for selection in the Makerfield by-election..
Labour To Include Andy Burnham In Candidate Selection For Makerfield By Election
Andy Burnham will be among the potential Labour candidates to stand in the Makerfield by-election, the party’s ruling body has said..
British Gas Agrees 20m Payout And Compensation For Prepayment Meter Failures
British Gas has agreed to a £20 million payout and to compensate customers who had a prepayment meter installed without their permission, regulator Ofgem has said following an investigation..
Bathing Season Kicks Off With 13 New Spots Including First Thames Site In London
The first-ever bathing spot on the River Thames in London is among 13 new sites opening as the season kicks off..
Screening For Prostate Cancer Likely To Reduce Deaths But Risks Remain Review
Screening men for prostate cancer using a blood test is likely to reduce deaths from the disease, a new review has found, although experts stressed there are still risks around overdiagnosis and overtreatment..
Cheapest Supermarket For Branded Items Revealed
Asda has been named the cheapest supermarket for branded groceries for the third consecutive month, with its standard prices even beating loyalty card deals at Tesco and Sainsbury’s, Which? has found..
Burnham To Seek Westminster Return After Path Opens To Challenge Starmer
Andy Burnham has said he will ask for permission to stand for Labour in a by-election after an MP quit to make way for the Greater Manchester Mayor to return to Parliament to challenge Sir Keir Starmer..
Local News
'Four people in difficulty’ near pier sparks emergency search
Lifeboat crews were called out after reports of four people in difficulty.
Multi-million pound project to transform city centre continues
A multi-million pound project to revamp a town centre is progressing.
Angela Rayner says photos of her vaping in the sea are 'quite funny'
Angela Rayner has spoken out about the viral memes that have surfaced of her online
Hundreds of bikers take part in ride fundraising for men's health
Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts took part in the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride across West Sussex.
Man named and charged with murder after woman found dead
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Durrington
Sussex woman expected to deny wrongdoing after alleged drone factory break-in
A woman from Sussex is among those expected to deny wrongdoing after allegedly breaking into a drone factory.
In pictures - Man arrested at retail park after reports of 'bladed weapon'
Photographs capture the scene after a man was arrested at a retail park.
The Sussex places named among best UK seaside towns to visit
Hastings and St Leonards, just an hour and a half from London by train, have been named among the best UK seaside towns to visit – and here is why.
Sussex town with cobbled streets named among UK’s best staycations
The Sussex town of Rye - just 90 minutes from London by train - has been named among the UK’s best staycations by Condé Nast Traveller.
'Peaceful' and pretty riverside village in Sussex that was once home to famous author
Bury is a village found in the Chichester District of West Sussex, around 5 miles south-west of Pulborough. Have you visited?
Teen faces open-heart surgery after diagnosis of rare genetic condition
A woman is supporting her teenage niece as she faces open-heart surgery following a diagnosis of the same rare condition her mother suffers from
Seafront hotel opens creating jobs and boosting tourism hopes
A new seafront hotel is officially open for business in Bognor Regis.
Man goes on rampage on board flight after drinking litre of duty-free rum
Three police officers who restrained a “severely intoxicated” passenger on board a Gatwick-bound flight have been nominated for police bravery awards
New plans for David Lloyd leisure club to open in Sussex town
David Lloyd Leisure is behind proposals for a state-of-the-art facility on land north-east of the A264 Rusper Road roundabout in North Horsham
'Unimaginative' and 'oppressive' house plans in beauty spot spark objections
A proposal to replace a nursery and village shop with new homes has sparked objections
Department store unveils new café in Sussex location
Platter John Lewis has opened on the first floor at of the department store's Chichester venue, replacing The Place to Eat
Historic 29‑metre tall ship to visit Sussex port offering free onboard tours
The Morgenster, which is almost 30 metres high, will visit Shoreham Port from May 22 to 25 as part of a programme of free onboard visits
Naturist beach gets sponsored for the summer - here's why
Brighton’s naturist beach has partnered with digital healthcare provider Voy for a campaign running from May 12 until July 14 to promote body confidence and reduce body shame
Former cement works earmarked for hundreds of homes in new local plan
The Shoreham Cement Works site has potential for a development of 400 homes in the latest proposed edition of the South Downs National Park local plan
Three doctors suspended after whistle-blower 'frightened for patients' lives'
Three doctors from the Hailsham Medical Group have been suspended from the medical register after a whistle-blower said they were "frightened for patients' lives"











































