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Met Officers Probed Over Alleged Racism In Handling Of Wimbledon School Crash
Metropolitan Police officers are being investigated for alleged racism over their handling of a road crash that killed two schoolgirls..
Southport Families Urge Reform As Inquiry Finds Attack Could Have Been Prevented
The report into the Southport killings shows “devastating” failures and the need for urgent reforms, lawyers for the three murdered girls have said..
Terminally Ill Patients Share Pearls Of Wisdom In Marie Curie Campaign
To live in the moment and let go of grudges is some of the life advice shared by terminally ill patients for a new Marie Curie campaign..
Some Older People Having To Unretire Due To Financial Pressures
A significant proportion of older people are deciding to “unretire” as the financial reality of retirement falls short of expectations, according to research..
West Brom Insist They Have Not Breached EFLs Financial Rules
West Brom insist they have “fully complied” with the EFL’s financial rules amid fears of a points deduction for the relegation-threatened Championship side..
Paddington The Musical Sweeps Oliviers As Evita And Into The Woods Also Triumph
Paddington The Musical was the big winner at the 2026 Olivier Awards, where the West End revivals of Evita and Into The Woods also won plaudits..
Duke And Duchess Of Sussex To Begin Australia Visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to begin a visit to Australia which includes both charitable and commercial engagements across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney..
Southport Attack Could And Should Have Been Prevented Inquiry Finds
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana had “clearly revealed” he was an extreme danger and his attack on a children’s dance class “could and should have been prevented”, a public inquiry has found..
Deep Fried Food To Be Banned On School Menus And Sugary Treats Cut Down
Deep-fried food will be banned from school menus and sugary treats limited as part of a sweeping standards overhaul aimed at tackling childhood obesity and tooth decay..
Estimated 25000 Unpaid Carers To Have Debts Cut Or Cancelled
Tens of thousands of unpaid carers are to have their debts cut or cancelled in a sweeping Government review of historic overpayments..
Starmer Refuses To Join Trumps Hormuz Blockade As Oil Prices Expected To Rise
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to join Donald Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which could compound economic pain for Britons with higher petrol costs..
More Violence In Jails Warning After Fall In Prison Officer Experience Levels
British jails face a “vicious circle of violence” as experience among prison officers falls to its lowest level in 15 years, ministers have been warned..
Irish Government Announces 505m Euro In Fuel Cost Measures After Protests
Further reductions of duties on fuel and a delay in a carbon tax increase have been announced by Irish premier Micheal Martin after an emergency cabinet meeting agreed on a response to the fuel crisis following major protests..
Rorys Lead Evaporates At The Masters
The Northern Irishman remains the joint clubhouse leader, level with the USA's Cam Young.
No Deal In US Iran Peace Talks
Lack of agreement after 21-hour Islamabad negotiations leaves fragile ceasefire in doubt.
Expert Teams To Be Sent To Worst Corridor Care Offenders In Bid To End Practice
Teams of experts will be deployed to NHS trusts with the highest rates of corridor care in a bid to end the “unacceptable, undignified” practice, the Government has announced..
Golden Eagles Could Be Reintroduced To England With New Funding Ministers Say
Bird lovers could see golden eagles return to England, the Government has said, as it announced new funding to explore their reintroduction..
We Will Not Tolerate This Any Longer Irish Police To Step Up Enforcement
The head of Ireland’s police service has vowed to step up enforcement against fuel-cost protesters blocking critical infrastructure..
I Am Maximus Storms To Famous Second Win In The Grand National
I Am Maximus became the first horse since Red Rum to regain his crown in the Randox Grand National, as Willie Mullins also became the first trainer since Vincent O’Brien in the 1950s to win three successive editions of the Aintree spectacular..
Eamonn Holmes Recovering In Hospital After Stroke
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering in hospital after a stroke, the broadcaster has said..
Local News
Weathering the storm: how we’re restoring and protecting our seafront
I doubt any readers will have failed to notice the deluge of bad weather and storms which have hit the south coast in recent weeks.
Council programme helps families move out of temp housing
Hastings Borough Council’s housing acquisitions programme has led to fewer children living in temporary accommodation and has helped people out of rough sleeping in 2025.
Water executives face tough questioning from customers
Customers demanded answers from South East Water bosses over the company's handling of water supply disruption.
New board member joins 'pivotal' year for climate tech company
Horsham climate tech innovator Showerkap has formally appointed Malcolm Foreman to its board of directors as chief financial officer (CFO).
Succulents, hedges and hardy trees: a February garden update
This month, I have two garden talks to deliver, first on Tuesday the 10th in East Dean Village Hall, and second on Wednesday the 11th in the King Edward Hall.
Art show unveils hidden worlds beneath the sea’s changing surface
Saltdean-based artist Laura Callaghan presents Ebb & Flow: Wild Waters, a solo art exhibition exploring the shifting rhythms of tide and season.
Comedy meets curiosity as Dan Schreiber brings show to Brighton
Dan Schreiber, co-host of the QI podcast No Such Thing As A Fish, will bring a new comedy show to Brighton.
Spring family fun at Brighton Dome with shows and workshops
Brighton Dome welcomes a range of engaging and entertaining events for children of all ages and their families to its three venues this this spring.
Prawn Crackers and Paper Promises: Keir’s Great Chinese Takeaway
It’s a sign of the times. Where would you rather flee to? The US or China? 693,000 fled the UK last year. Are you surprised?
University to host charity comedy night with Joe Wells
The University of Chichester welcomes comedian Joe Wells back to campus on March 5 for a live book reading and discussion.
Mobile refreshment spots invited to trade at Ashdown Forest
The deadline to apply for 2026 is Monday February 16, and the agreements will start from March 1 on a one or two-year basis.
Temporary road closures planned for utility cable upgrade
Two roads in Portslade are set to close temporarily for high voltage cable installation.
MP renews call for improved baby feeding guidance after high price increase
Jess Brown-Fuller MP has reaffirmed her commitment to improving infant feeding support for families.
Cancer diagnosed earlier for more patients thanks to NHS screening
Patients are receiving faster cancer diagnosis in Sussex, ensuring they can access life-saving treatment and quicker treatment.
Supporting Brighton’s NHS, Saltdean United and the Sussex Beacon
I was delighted to join local NHS staff and management at the Royal Sussex Hospital for a big announcement on the future of cancer care in our region.
Take a first look at Brighton’s newest gastropub
With much-anticipated opening of the Crazy Goose gastropub on Boyce’s Street in Brighton’s Lanes this week, Nick Mosley takes a gander.
Decision due on plans to lower speed limit in town
Plans to lower the speed limit in part of Newhaven are due to go in front of county councillors next week.
Construction of major town centre housing scheme set to begin
Roffey Homes will begin preparation works for the Union Gardens development this month, following the purchase of the site from Worthing Borough Council
Vineyard unveils plans for camping pitches this summer
Kinsbrook Vineyard, in Thakeham, has notified Horsham District Council of its plans to host the campsite for two days each week from April to September 2026
Mum to take children abroad for first time as Sussex neighbours win lottery
A mum-of-two has won £83,333 in the People's Postcode Lottery as £1 million is split between her and her neighbours











































