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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
Sunday roast revisited: Was my return to this popular pub a success?
A couple of years ago, I reviewed both the White Horse Inn and The Bull in Ditchling village and I have to say both were thoroughly unimpressive.
Meet the owner of the mobile farm shop bringing produce to people's front doors
Supporting the farmers, fishers and producers on our doorstep is more important than ever, writes Nick Mosley
Here's why house prices in Sussex are falling more than in other parts of the UK
House prices across Sussex are falling at a faster rate than in most other parts of the country, with data showing that several towns in the county are among the worst-hit in the UK
Sussex village that is the biggest in the UK with a larger population than most towns
Lancing is found on the western edge of the Adur Valley in West Sussex and is often dubbed the largest village in the UK.
Axe-throwing range and other expansions coming to popular country park
Plans for a new axe-throwing range and an extension to a popular high ropes course in a country park have been given the go-ahead
Changes to micropub and barbershop spark mixed opinions
Approval has been granted for the changes to The Refreshment Rooms on Salvington Hill in Worthing, a micro-pub that also includes a barbershop
Music venue flogs 'one-of-a-kind' urinal 'used by celebrities'
A music venue is flogging its urinal which, it claims, has been used by celebrities.
New wine bar 'with a difference' set to open after closure of another venue
A new wine bar is set to open following the closure of another venue.
Full list of Sussex flood alerts as county plagued by rain
Around 27 flood alerts are in force as the South East experiences above average rainfall.
Woman, 80, taken to hospital after car crashes into nursery
A car crashed into the wall of a nursery.
Tributes paid to 'loving, caring' man who died in crash
Tributes have been paid to a man who died in a crash.
Owner's heartfelt message to customers as shop closes after more than 40 years
Clarkes of Sussex, in Burgess Hill, which has operated in the area for more than four decades, will close in April
Stunning Sussex gardens where you can see 'spectacular' blanket of snowdrops
Typically running from January to March and peaking in February, snowdrops signal the first sign of spring.
What visitors want to see happen to the pier as buyer deadline looms
Knight Frank have been appointed to seek buyer for Brighton’s 126-year-old Grade II* listed pier
'Rusty and neglected' landmark building could be back on the market soon
The Azur Marina Pavilion, a hospitality venue on the St Leonards seafront in East Sussex, has been closed since January 2024
Fears that 'isolated' village 'cannot cope' with proposed 101-home development
The plans, which would see the homes built on land west of Bines Road, in Partridge Green, have been recommended for approval
Concerns raised about 'mountain of waste' as Environment Agency gets involved
The waste, which had accumulated at the former Longbrook Pavilion site off Hook Lane in Bognor Regis, had sparked concerns from nearby residents
Countryside village pub in Sussex with 'delightful food' named one of the UK's best
The Good Food Guide has picked out cosy pubs across the country with great-value menus.
World's fastest animal makes its home at city centre landmark for 25th year
Peregrine falcons have once again returned to nest on the spire of Chichester Cathedral, marking 25 years since the birds were first spotted
Coffee van trader says 'intimidation' has 'ruined' his life in the UK
A coffee van owner says he has been targeted by "intimidating" behaviour that is affecting his livelihood - and has ruined his life in this country











































