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Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder Of Former MP And Minister Ann Widdecombe
A 26-year-old white British man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe..
Millions More Under Hosepipe Ban As Nation Swelters In Third Heatwave
Millions more people will be banned from using hosepipes as officials warn drought conditions are increasingly likely while the nation swelters in another lengthy heatwave..
Twelve Dead And 23 Missing In One Of Spains Deadliest Wildfires
Twelve people died overnight into Friday in one of Spain’s deadliest wildfires on record, authorities said, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country..
UK To Miss Out On 600m In Tax Due To US Exemption Says HMRC
The UK is set to miss out on around £600 million in tax each year following a deal allowing the US to be exempt from a global tax commitment, according to HMRC figures..
One Rule For One And One Rule For Another Fans React To Quansah Suspension
England fans have accused Fifa of applying “one rule for one and one rule for another” after Jarell Quansah was handed a two-match suspension following his red card against Mexico..
Ann Widdecombe Former Tory MP And Reform UK Member Dies Aged 78
Ann Widdecombe, the former MP and MEP who also featured on Strictly Come Dancing, has died aged 78..
Vapes To Be Put In Plain Packaging To Protect Children
Vapes are to be put in plain packaging under proposals which aim to stop the devices being marketed to children..
Labour MPs Overwhelmingly Back Andy Burnham For Party Leadership
Andy Burnham is almost guaranteed to be the next prime minister of the United Kingdom after 322 Labour MPs nominated him to take over from Sir Keir Starmer..
Bonnie Tyler Dies Aged 75
Total Eclipse Of The Heart singer Bonnie Tyler has died according to a statement on her website..
Bonnie Tyler Dies Age 75
Total Eclipse Of The Heart singer Bonnie Tyler has died aged 75, according to a statement on her website..
Keir Starmer Hints England World Cup Win Could Mean Extra Bank Holiday
An England World Cup win could mean an extra bank holiday, Sir Keir Starmer has hinted ahead of a quarter-final clash with Norway..
Arthur Fery Determined Not To Get Swept Up In Noise Of Wimbledon Success
Arthur Fery received personal congratulations from the Queen after reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals but the breakout star is trying not to get swept up in the noise..
Burnham On Course For Coronation As Nominations Open For Labour Leadership
Andy Burnham is on course for a coronation as Labour’s new leader as the only declared candidate ahead of nominations for the contest opening on Thursday..
Trump Warns Situation Could Get Much Worse Amid Renewed Attacks On Iran
US forces said they hit about 90 targets across Iran with President Donald Trump warning the conflict could “get much worse”..
Confusing Dental Services Leave Patients In Severe Pain Ombudsman Warns
Confusing dental services are leaving patients in severe pain, with one woman waiting eight years for treatment, an ombudsman has warned..
Disability Benefits Not Fit For Purpose And Need Bold Reform Says Pip Review
Disability benefits are “no longer fit for purpose”, a review has concluded amid promises of “bold” reform of the system..
Dame Sarah Storey Retires As Great Britains Most Successful Paralympian
Dame Sarah Storey has announced her retirement from competitive sport, ending a career which saw her become Great Britain’s most successful Paralympian..
Last Woman Hanged In The UK To Be Granted Conditional Pardon
The last woman hanged in the United Kingdom will be granted a conditional pardon but she will not be declared innocent, David Lammy has said..
Buckingham Palaces Picture Gallery Undergoes Once In A Generation Revamp
Buckingham Palace’s Picture Gallery has undergone a major transformation ready for the summer opening, with the number of masterpieces on display almost doubling to 120..
Farage By Election Disrespects The People Of Clacton Minister Claims
A by-election triggered by Nigel Farage is a stunt that “shouldn’t be happening” and disrespects the people of Clacton, a senior minister has said, as the prospect of the contest appeared to fall flat..
Local News
Music institute marks 20 years supporting major festival
2026 marks the twentieth anniversary of The Great Escape festival, which sees over 450 artists on its main lineup and a further 150 on the Alternative Escape.
WWII veteran hailed as 'heart' of RAF fund after decades of charity work
Former Flight Lieutenant George Dunn DFC LdH died at the age of 103, just two days prior to receiving RAF Benevolent Fund's 'Heart of the Fund' Award.
Sussex date announced for Olivier Award-winning comedy show
The Olivier Award-winning improvised comedy show is set to be performed at Worthing's Pavilion Theatre this spring.
Archery competition cancelled due to military commitments
An archery competition for Blind Veterans UK has been cancelled due to military commitments.
Gentle spring scenes capture geese and goslings by the water
These gentle scenes from Falmer follow Canada geese and their goslings as they navigate the water and shoreline.
Improv group to bring unscripted comedy show to Fringe stage
A 12-member comedy group is set to bring unscripted laughs to the stage.
Horsham Neighbourhood Council chairwomen recognised ahead of reforms
The chairwomen of Denne, Forest, and Trafalgar Neighbourhood Councils were honoured for their commitment ahead of planned restructuring to the council system.
East Sussex farmers welcome new police powers to tackle equipment theft
The regional chairman of the National Farmers Union welcomed new police powers to tackle farm equipment theft but said that they do not go far enough.
Council welcomes elderly residents to spring tea party for refreshments and music
The event, held at Kings Weald Community Centre, raised awareness of services and businesses available to elderly residents.
Homelessness charity wins funding for counselling services
The East Sussex homelessness charity has been awarded £19,200 to support one-to-one counselling for residents over the next two years.
Father takes on daily 5km challenge for son with rare epilepsy
An East Sussex Dad is taking part in an epic challenge to run, walk, cycle or swim 5K every day throughout May to raise funds and awareness of Dravet Syndrome.
Glyndebourne reveals 2027 opener with Mozart’s Idomeneo
A fresh production of Mozart’s Idomeneo will kick off Glyndebourne Festival.
Hospice launches resources to help people support those in grief
St Michael’s Hospice has launched new online Bereavement First Aid resources.
Woman, 89, dies and man arrested following crash
A person has died following a crash on Littlehampton Road in Worthing.
Full police statement as riot gear-clad officers in stand-off with man
Officers armed with riot shields have swarmed a residential road as they engage with a man on the roof of a property
Road will be closed for hours following serious crash
Littlehampton Road in Worthing is closed both ways following a crash.
Police in stand off with man on top of roof of property
Emergency services are at the scene of an incident in Harrington Road.
Updates as police swoop on station
There is a police presence at Hove Station
New wine bar is coming to Sussex town after plans approved
A business owner has secured planning permission to open a new wine bar in Hailsham
Broken iPhone or PS5? Martin Lewis says you may still be owed a refund
Broken iPhone, laptop or PS5? Martin Lewis says retailers may still have to help even if your warranty has ended.











































