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I Hope Its Not True Patrick Vieira Says Pep Guardiola Would Be Massive Loss
Former Manchester City midfielder Patrick Vieira is hoping reports that Pep Guardiola will leave the club in the coming days are “not true” as he said the Catalan will go down as one of the Premier League’s greatest..
Jobless Rate Rises And Vacancies Slump To Lowest Level In Five Years ONS
Britain’s rate of unemployment has unexpectedly risen as vacancies slumped to their lowest level for five years amid a sharp pull back in hiring across under-pressure retail and hospitality sectors, according to official figures..
15 Million Across UK Under Saving For Retirement Warns Pensions Commission
About 15 million people are thought to be under-saving for their retirement, according to the Pensions Commission, which said a fresh “national settlement” for pensions was needed..
Drug Drive Repeat Offending Nearly Five Times More Common Than Drink Driving
Repeat offending of drug-driving is almost five times more common than for being drunk behind the wheel, an investigation has found..
Fan Spending On Harry Styles Wembley Gigs Set To Top 1bn
Fan spending for Harry Styles’s 12-night run at Wembley Stadium is set to reach £1.1 billion despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures, figures suggest..
Grandfather Receives Pioneering UK First Operation To Treat Brain Issue
A man has been spared from undergoing a craniotomy after surgeons performed a UK-first operation displacing his eye to treat a brain problem..
King Hosts Irish President At Buckingham Palace
The King has held an audience with the President of Ireland at Buckingham Palace..
Stars Show Off Their Gnomes As Chelsea Flower Show Gets Under Way
Stars have been showing off the gnomes they have decorated for charity as celebrities and royals get a sneak preview of this year’s Chelsea Flower Show..
Starmer Will Not Set Timetable To Leave No 10 If Burnham Wins By Election
Sir Keir Starmer insisted he would not set out a timetable to leave No 10 as Andy Burnham vowed to “change Labour” if he is successful in his effort to return to Parliament..
Burnham On Mission To Change Labour After Starmers Party Lost Voters Trust
Andy Burnham said he was seeking a return to Westminster to “change Labour” as pressure continued to mount on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer..
Starmer To Fight On With No Timetable For Departure Lammy Says
Sir Keir Starmer will fight on without setting a timetable for his departure, one of his most loyal Cabinet allies insisted as he urged Labour to “stop the own goals” after a week of infighting..
TUC Calls For Reform Of Personal Independent Payment Scheme
Unions are calling for reform of the personal independence payment scheme (Pip) amid new research showing the high unemployment level of disabled people..
Nearly Two Thirds Of NHS Organisations Expect To Cut Services This Year Poll
Almost two thirds of NHS organisations have told a survey they expect to cut or reduce services this year while more than half said they expect to slash jobs..
UK Holidaymakers Preparing For European Border Delays Because Of EES Poll
Nearly three out of five (59%) UK holidaymakers travelling to Europe this year expect delays linked to the EU’s entry-exit system (EES), a new survey suggests..
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..
Local News
Empty shop transformed into exhibition on future of high street
An empty shop is transformed into a community exhibition exploring the future of high street spaces.
We must do everything possible to keep our coastline safe
Last week we received the devastating news that the bodies of three women were found off Brighton’s coastline in the early hours of Wednesday morning, writes Bella Sankey.
Gatwick Airport passengers warned of common rule catching thousands of travellers out
Gatwick Airport passengers heading abroad this year are being warned by experts about a common rule they say is catching many people out.
Community invited to share Pride stories for major exhibition
Proud Studios CIC is seeking Pride stories for a new photo exhibition this year.
Artist creates 1,000 steel daisies for heartfelt hospice tribute
East Sussex artist Paul Cox handcrafted 1,000 steel daisies for display at Hospice in the Weald’s Meadow of Memories installations at two National Trust sites.
Hospice group thanks nurses for care and compassion on awareness day
A hospice group has thanked its nursing staff across Sussex and South East Hampshire last week.
Action-packed weekend to feature emergency vehicles and displays
Amberley Museum is gearing up for its Emergency Services Weekend this June.
Sussex wine brand partners with major cultural institution
Nyetimber sparkling wine is now on the menu at one of London’s most iconic cultural institutions.
Family learning days offer hands-on animal experiences this half term
An animal welfare centre is offering hands-on learning days for families this Half Term.
New project brings Indonesian gamelan music to young learners
Pupils are set to experience the sounds of an Indonesian gamelan orchestra thanks to a new culturally immersive project.
Care home marks Nurses’ Day with tribute to dedicated staff
Nurses at Hurstwood View care home are being celebrated for the impact they make every day.
MP urges residents to have say on future of local councils
Chris Ward MP is encouraging residents to take part in a public consultation that could reshape the future of local government.
New beehives boost biodiversity at housing development
A housing estate is now buzzing with over 120,000 new residents, thanks to installation of two beehives.
Families can enjoy free kids meals in half term promotion
Zizzi is offering free meals for kids during the half-term holidays.
Councillor demands answers after sewage pipe discharges into bathing water
Martin McCabe, councillor for Worthing West, has written to the utility company’s chief executive following the closure at Alinora Crescent in Worthing.
Prolific shoplifter who stole meat, butter and cheese jailed
Karlie Everson, 39, of no fixed address, was sentenced to 12 months in prison at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on 8 May.
Green group announces formation of new alliance on borough council
The Worthing Green group have joined forces with the Worthing Community Independents to form a new group, the Green and Independent Alliance.
Charity cycle ride aims to raise awareness of heart disease
A cyclist is preparing to take part in a 350-mile charity ride to raise awareness of heart valve disease.
Supermarket giant reveals plans for new 55,000 square foot store in city
M&S has unveiled proposals for a new 55,000 square foot store based at the former Homebase site on Barnfield Drive, in Chichester.
Building society to install ‘lifesaving’ equipment
Lifesaving equipment is to be installed on the outside of a building society in St Leonards.











































