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Plans Aim To Help People With Terminal Illness Unlock Private Pension
Moves to make it easier for people with a terminal illness to access their private pension savings have been outlined by the Government..
TUC Calls For Action To Tackle Spiralling Household Bills
Unions are calling for urgent action to tackle the ongoing cost-of-living crisis amid “spiralling” household bills..
British Cycling Launches Action Plan In Response To Negative Survey Feedback
British Cycling said it has launched an action plan in response to a survey which found there had been a significant fall in morale among several elite riders, with some reportedly calling the environment “toxic”..
Everyones Together In This Marc Guehi Praises Man Citys United Front
Marc Guehi hailed Manchester City’s unity in the face of adversity after a spirited fightback in the club’s first home match since being found guilty of multiple breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations..
Former England Boss Sir Gareth Southgate Casts Doubt On Return To Management
Sir Gareth Southgate has cast doubt on ever returning to management, revealing he has not even visited a football stadium in nearly 18 months..
Meghan Says Its Great To Be Back At First Joint Engagement Since UK Return
The Duchess of Sussex declared “it’s great to be back” as Meghan and the Duke of Sussex were cheered at their first joint engagement on British soil since their return to the UK..
Ex DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson Given 15 Year Jail Term For Sex Offences
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been given a 15-year jail sentence for a series of historical sex offences against two women when they were children..
Andy Burnham Avoids Saying Trump Has Betrayed Ukraine Over Starlink Limits
Andy Burnham would not back suggestions that the US has betrayed Ukraine, and insisted the UK would continue to build bridges with Donald Trump..
Healey Warned Bank Taxes Will Stifle Growth As He Faces Competing Budget Demands
Chancellor John Healey is facing competing demands to raise billions in extra taxes – including on banks – and to cut business costs as he prepares to deliver the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s Government..
Increases To Real Living Wage Hourly Rates
Almost half a million people are set to receive a pay rise thanks to increases in the voluntary Real Living Wage announced today..
Blondie To Release First Album In Nine Years
New wave band Blondie will release their first album in nine years, featuring the final recording of drummer Clem Burke..
Met Police Confirms Complaint Over Graham Linehan Arrest Will Be Reopened
The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will be reopening a complaint over the arrest of Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan after a watchdog found failings in its handling of the case.
Aston Villa Victory More Important Than Personal Glory For Nicolas Jackson
Aston Villa striker Nicolas Jackson is enjoying his Unai Emery reunion as he continues his impressive start at his new club..
Manchester City Slip To Paris St Germain In Etihad Thriller
Pep Guardiola’s return ended in thrilling defeat as Manchester City lost 4-2 to Paris St Germain in their first home match since being found guilty of serious financial irregularities..
Inquest Into Death Of Man Killed By Tiger At Wildlife Park To Be Opened
An inquest into the death of a man who was killed by a tiger after entering its enclosure at a wildlife park is set to open on Thursday.
Harry And Meghan Ready For First Joint Appearance Since Return To UK
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to carry out their first joint engagements since their return to the UK..
UK Economy Unexpectedly Grows 01 In August
The UK economy reported surprise growth in August on the back of strong factory production, according to official figures, in a boost to the Chancellor ahead of the autumn Budget..
Andoni Iraola Hopes Bradley Barcola Takes Confidence From Hat Trick
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola hopes Bradley Barcola’s first Champions League hat-trick will provide the confidence boost the winger needs to settle into life at his new club..
Mahmood Threatens Complete Visa Ban On Eritreans Over Migrant Returns
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned Eritrea could face a complete visa ban unless it agrees to accept the return of more small boat migrants and convicted criminals..
Moses Itauma Set For January Return After Loss At The Hands Of Filip Hrgovic
Moses Itauma will return to the ring in January in time to launch his bid to become king of the heavyweight division by the end of 2027..
Local News
Whitehawk nursery joins multi-academy trust from Brighton & Hove City Council
Aurora Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust operating in the South East of England, welcomes Roundabout Nursery into family of schools and nurseries.
'Things aren’t what they used to be, especially when it comes to our postal services'
Things aren’t what they used to be, especially when it comes to letters and timely delivery, writes columnist Dr James Williams
New Sussex alliance launched to tackle electrician shortages
A new alliance has been launched to tackle electrical workforce shortages.
Primary school praised by Ofsted for inclusion and improved attendance
A primary school has received high praise in its latest Ofsted report.
Petworth Literary Festival to feature bestselling authors
Petworth Literary Festival will host a range of storytellers, including some "festival favourites."
Four children give new Crawley adventure park their ‘stamp of approval’
Four children have given their official stamp of approval to Crawley’s newest indoor adventure park.
£531,000 funding boost to help restore Hastings' historic West Hill Lift
A historic coastal landmark is a step closer to securing its future following a major funding boost.
Uncorked with Henry Butler - Column
One of the trickiest parts of our job as vintners is finding wines that deliver at a low price point
Community arts organisation in Eastbourne marking 10 years with a new exhibition
Devonshire Collective (DC), based in Eastbourne, is celebrating a decade of revitalising the Devonshire Ward with Discover, Celebrate, Grow.
Manufacturer launches recruitment drive to fill around 20 new roles
A manufacturer is looking to fill around 20 roles as part of a major recruitment drive.
NHS Surrey and Sussex selected for domestic abuse support pilot scheme
The Steps to Safety programme, a nationally funded programme, aims to improve referral pathways between GP practices and specialist support services.
Retired police dog fighting for life after swallowing his blanket
A retired police dog is fighting for his life after emergency surgery
Southern Water resumes Camber Sands plastic bead clean-up
Plastic pollution is once again the focus of a major clean-up effort at a popular coastal site.
Farm lights up more than 1.5 million pumpkins for night festival
Tulleys Farm in West Sussex lights up 1.5 million pumpkins for Pumpkin Nights, with illuminated walks, live music, food and family fun from September 26
East Sussex council launches legal challenge to Brighton boundary changes
A council has launched legal action to challenge government plans to move parts of the county under Brighton and Hove’s control
Community hall to be demolished for four-screen cinema cultural venue
A popular former community hall is being knocked down to build a new, cinema-led venue
Stolen car in 'head-on collision' with van and driver flees the scene
A man has been charged after a stolen car crashed into a van and the driver fled the scene
Sussex Wetherspoons pub named one of the worst in the UK
A Horsham pub has been named among the 10 lowest-rated Wetherspoons in the UK
Police launch investigation after dozens of dead birds dumped outside station
The birds were discovered on September 3 on the platform and in the car park at Chichester station.
Woman branded Hove's answer to 'Baby Reindeer' found guilty of stalking
A woman branded ‘Baby Reindeer’ for the harassment and stalking of three women has been found guilty of all three charges











































