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Households Braced For Awful April As Council Tax And Water Bills Soar
Households are facing near across-the-board increases in their bills as yet another “awful April” takes effect..
Tottenham Confirm Appointment Of Roberto De Zerbi As New Boss On Five Year Deal
Roberto De Zerbi has been confirmed as Tottenham’s new head coach on a five-year deal, but no relegation release clause has been included in his contract..
Jack Whitehall Named As Latest Saturday Night Live UK Host
Jack Whitehall has been named as the latest host for the UK edition of Saturday Night Live (SNL)..
Man Who Owned XL Bully Dog That Fatally Mauled Woman Jailed For 10 Years
An aspiring rapper has been jailed for 10 years and three months after he was found guilty of owning one of two XL bully dogs that mauled a pensioner to death..
Kings State Visit To US To Meet Trump Goes Ahead Despite Tensions Over Iran
The King’s state visit to the US to see Donald Trump is to go ahead next month as planned, with the move sparking criticism as the Government was accused of being “too weak to stand up to bullies”..
Trump Tells UK To Secure Strait Of Hormuz And Go Get Your Own Oil
Donald Trump said the UK and other countries which did not take part in strikes against Iran should secure the Strait of Hormuz themselves..
Meagre Economic Growth At End Of 2025 Confirmed Amid Fears Over Iran War Hit
Britain’s economy eked out muted growth at the end of last year, official figures have confirmed, but fears are growing over the impact of the Iran war and soaring inflation as oil prices race higher..
Grocery Price Inflation Holds Steady At 43 Per Cent
That's according to Worldpanel by Numerator.
Keir Starmer Gives 48 Hour Deadline To Resident Doctors To Call Off Strikes
Sir Keir Starmer has issued an ultimatum to resident doctors to call off their strikes or lose the deal on the table..
Simplified Recycling Rules For Households Come Into Force Across England
Households will now separate their waste into a maximum of four different bins for waste collectors to pick up.
Craig Bellamy Says Wales Job Is Best Role In The World As He Changes Focus
Craig Bellamy insisted the Wales job was the “best role in the world” and he would refocus after suffering World Cup heartbreak..
Declan Rice And Bukayo Saka Were Desperate To Play For England Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka were desperate to play for England but felt the risk of the Arsenal duo aggravating injuries was “way too big” at this stage of the season..
Starmer Calls For Joint Effort With Business On Iran War Economic Impact
Business chiefs have been urged to help address the economic impact of the Iran war as Sir Keir Starmer admitted the Government could not shoulder all the burden..
Diesel Price Hits Highest Level Since December 2022
Diesel prices have reached their most expensive level since December 2022, new figures show, as the Iran oil crisis escalates..
Ulster Hes Back Schwarzenegger Recalls Breakthrough On Return To Belfast
Actor and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke of the “breakthrough” he experienced in Belfast as he was presented with an honorary degree..
Two Discharged From Hospital After Car Ploughed Into Pedestrians In Derby
Two people have been discharged from hospital after a vehicle “ploughed” into pedestrians outside a Derby pub, leading to an investigation assisted by counter-terrorism officers..
Russell Brands Rape Trial Delayed Until October
Russell Brand’s trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October..
Short Bursts Of Daily Exercise Could Slash Risk Of Major Diseases
Short bursts of exercise that last a few minutes a day – such as running for the bus – could slash the risk of conditions like arthritis, heart disease and dementia, a study suggests..
Motorists Rushed To Buy Fuel In Iran War Aftermath Data Reveals
Britons rushed to buy fuel at the pumps in the immediate aftermath of the Iran war, while spending on holidays also tumbled due to the uncertainty caused by the conflict, new data has revealed..
Starmer To Meet Business Leaders Amid Hormuz Blockade
Sir Keir Starmer will gather business leaders in Downing Street on Monday to address the impact of the Iran war..
Local News
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Bill's is offering a Valentine's Day meal deal for less than £40.
I went on a Eurocamp holiday and it was stunning with a perfect beach and pools
WE drove down to one of the bigger holiday parcs that you can visit in Spain with Eurocamp and had an amazing experience
Huge pothole appears in road and 'damages vehicle'
A huge pothole has appeared in Roedean Road, damaging at least one car according to social media reports
Full police statement on arrests made as rival football fans clash
Police have revealed how many people have been arrested so far during the huge policing operation for Brighton’s match against rivals Crystal Palace
Work progressing to repair storm damaged pier - here's the latest
Work is progressing on a project to repair Worthing Pier
Man arrested at railway station amid huge police operation
A man was arrested by police at Brighton Station amid a huge police operation for Brighton vs Crystal Palace.
Pictures show major police operation for Albion v Crystal Palace match
A major police operation was launched today in response to the Brighton and Hove Albion FC match against bitter rivals Crystal Palace at the Amex
Another weather warning for heavy rain issued as homes could flood
Another weather warning for heavy rain and potential flooding has been issued
Killer 'slapped elderly man across face, causing him to fall and hit his head'
A killer slapped an 80-year-old man "across the face", causing him to fall and hit his head
Project to save lagoon and wildlife haven from collapse begins
Work to save Widewater Lagoon in Lancing from collapse has begun
Removal of railway footbridge begins with no trains running through station
The removal of a railway footbridge at Eastbourne Hampden Park station has begun
New 'cottage kitchen' food hall launched in city garden centre
Dobbies has unveiled a vibrant new cottage kitchen garden style foodhall at its Brighton garden centre
This is how much has been spent removing flags in East Sussex
More than £16,000 has been spent removing flags in East Sussex.
Shop has licence reviewed after illegal worker failed test purchase
The premises licence for CJ Food & News, also known as Best One, on Guildford Road in Rustington, is due to be reviewed by Arun District Council.
Public toilet set to be turned into a Mexican restaurant
Plans have been approved to convert a former public toilet in Eastbourne, East Sussex, into a Mexican restaurant and craft market
The Sussex beach where rock legend filmed the world's most expensive music video
The legendary David Bowie filmed the world's most expensive music video on the shores of Sussex – and got firmly put in his place by an unbothered local
Job advert posted for 'very popular TV baking show' being filmed in Sussex
A vacancy has been advertised for a pot washer for a “very popular TV baking show” being filmed in Lewes, East Sussex
Plans for restaurant and hotel at Harvester site could finally be approved
Arun District Council planning officers have recommended approval for a new Harvester restaurant and a hotel on Coastguard Road in Littlehampton
Plans unveiled for pub that's been derelict for almost 20 years
Plans look to demolish a derelict pub to make way for new council homes
Frustrated couple spend 13 years trying to get council to fix flooding
Residents of a cottage near a recently completed bypass say they have spent 13 years lobbying the council to fix flooding issues











































