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Former Tory MP Walks Free After Altering Passport To Access Gambling Website
A former Conservative MP has walked free from court after admitting altering their passport to access a gambling website..
Jake Paul To Fight MMA Star Cedric Doumbe In Christmas Eve Boxing Return
MMA world champion Cedric Doumbe has been announced as Jake Paul’s opponent for the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s return on December 24..
Strictly Star Neil Jones Expecting Second Child With Wife Chyna Mills
Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones has announced he is expecting his second child with wife Chyna Mills..
Michael Carrick Without Marcus Rashford And Luke Shaw For Roma Tie
Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw missed training on the eve of Manchester United’s crunch Champions League match against Roma but Patrick Dorgu retuned for the first time since picking up a hamstring injury..
Adventurer Karl Bushby Arrives In Hull After 28 Year Walk From South America
Adventurer Karl Bushby has been mobbed by well-wishers as he arrived in his home town of Hull on the last day of his 28-year walk from South America..
Use Of AI By Job Candidates Increasing Managers Say
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) by job candidates is increasing, according to new research..
Skilled Migrants Could Contribute 115bn To Public Finances Think Tank Says
Skilled migrants settling in Britain are expected to contribute billions more to the public finances than they cost over their lifetimes, according to analysis published before an immigration rules overhaul expected on Monday..
Government Unveils 700 Million To Help Develop Stalled Industrial Sites
Up to 10 major industrial and commercial sites across the UK could be built with the help of £700 million in public capital, the Government has announced..
King And Queen Attend Sunday Service In Antigua
The King and Queen were told the voices of small states must be heard for there to be “true partnerships” in the Commonwealth as Caribbean nations welcomed the UK’s offer of slavery apology talks..
Irish Olympian Ciara Mageean Was A Champion In Every Sense Of The Word
Irish Olympian Ciara Mageean has been described as a “champion in every sense of the word” following her death aged 34..
John Healey Promises Benefits Bill Will Come Down Under Labour
John Healey has promised the benefits bill “will come down under Labour” and signalled there will be more “hard decisions” on cuts to public spending..
Noel Gallaghers Ex Wife Meg Mathews Reveals Breast Cancer Battle And Mastectomy
Britpop figure Meg Mathews has revealed she has been secretly battling breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy..
Celtic Stunned By Falkirk As Inspired Scott Bain Frustrates Former Club
Celtic paid the price for a sloppy start and a superb display from former goalkeeper Scott Bain as they fell to a 2-0 defeat at Falkirk..
Third Weekend Of Protests In France As Youth Led Rallies Sweep Europe
Hundreds of thousands of protesters inspired by frustrated high school students have taken to the streets .
King To Speak About Slavery With Unflinching Honesty But No Apology Expected
The King will speak about slavery with “unflinching honesty” and “sincere sorrow” in a speech to Commonwealth leaders but is not expected to offer an apology..
Burnhams Government Failing To Deliver Change SNP Westminster Leader Claims
Andy Burnham’s Government is “failing to deliver the change he promised” on living standards, the SNP has said..
More Than 100 Arrested Outside US Embassy After Supporting Palestine Action
Hundreds of people took part in the protest in Nine Elms, south-west London, on Saturday.
Evacuees From Russian Occupied Oleshky Reunited With Relatives In Ukraine
Travellers wrapped in blue and yellow Ukrainian flags stepped off buses.
City Of London Chief Ian Thomas Named UKs Most Influential Black Briton
The chief executive of the City of London Corporation Ian Thomas has been named the UK’s most influential black person in this year’s Powerlist..
Michael Carrick Expects To Remain In Charge Of Man Utd For Roma Clash
Michael Carrick is expecting to still be in charge of Manchester United for Tuesday’s Champions League meeting with Roma and said he is looking forward to preparing for the game at Old Trafford..
Local News
Sussex firearms licence checks could double as Covid-era renewals due
Firearms licence checks are expected to come under extra pressure next year as covid-era renewals are expected to double Sussex Police’s workload.
Brighton-based burger chain to open branch in prominent disused building
Uncle Sam’s is preparing to open a branch at 33 Richmond Place in Brighton, the building formerly home to the Richmond and Pressure Point.
Man jailed for two years after assaulting and strangling woman
A man has been jailed for two years after subjecting a woman to a campaign of abuse, including assault and intentional strangulation.
Restaurant chain offers £5 meals and free cocktails ahead of Christmas
A Latin American restaurant chain is turning up the heat this festive season with sizzling line-up of food and drink offers.
Sold-out festival returns with 500 visitors set to enjoy rare British food
A sold-out festival celebrating one of Britain's least known wild luxury foods is returning for day of discovery and canine-friendly fun.
Man arrested after two men hit by car at Brighton Marina released on bail
A man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a car reportedly hit two men at Brighton Marina has been released on bail.
Brighton favourites play triumphant homecoming gig to fervid sold out crowd
a thoroughly enjoyable Halloween evening with Penelope Isles at the Hope and Ruin. The Brighton-based band played two sold-out shows on Saturday, October 31, with an afternoon matinee followed by an evening performance.
Why the UK government must act to protect trusted local journalism
Journalism Matters highlights Andy Burnham’s call to protect independent and local news, fair digital markets, and journalism’s role in democracy.
Andy Burnham - 'Journalism is a vital part of our national infrastructure'
Prime Minister Andy Burnham explains that with greater local power must come local accountability. And that is why local journalism matters.
Andy Burnham hails local news as 'critical' as PM backs Journalism Matters campaign
Andy Burnham backs Journalism Matters, calling journalism a vital national infrastructure and local news essential for democracy and accountability.
Schoolgirls earn Sussex cricket selection after developing their skills at school
Young cricketers from Cottesmore School have been selected to represent Sussex after progressing through the county’s highly competitive trial process.
Centrepoint resident welcomes minister to mark new changes to Housing Benefit
Centrepoint welcomed the new changes by hosting a visit from Department for Work and Pensions Minister Stephen Timms MP
Live updates as M23 traffic builds as police called to protest
The M23 turn-off into Hickstead is seeing delays as police respond to an incident in the area.
Live updates as A23 blocked following two accidents
Two accidents have caused the A23 to be partially blocked.
'I feel like I am losing him again' - Woman brought to tears over memorial bench row
A grieving daughter says she feels she is losing her dad “all over again” after Seaford Town Council announced plans to replace memorial benches.
Residents invited to join Remembrance Sunday parade to honour the fallen
Lewes town will unite this November to honour those who served.
Thousands of children to benefit from new specialist eye care service
An NHS contract will bring specialist eye care to thousands of children in special schools.
Country estate sleeping 28 guests named county's largest group getaway
A 14-bedroom country estate has been named Sussex’s largest group getaway, sleeping up to 28 guests under one roof.
West Sussex school crossing patrols issued body cameras to protect against road rage
When police officers were first issued with body worn video (BWV) towards the end of my policing career.
I tried the Indian restaurant in The Lanes where you can eat on a swing
As restaurant novelties go, tables with swinging chairs is a pretty good one











































