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Burnham Urged To Reverse National Insurance Rise Costing Firms 1000 Per Worker
The Chancellor’s decision to raise employers’ national insurance is costing the average business more than £1,000 per worker every year, figures show..
MPs Back Benefit Boost For 66 Year Olds As State Pension Age Increases
The Government should look at increasing universal credit for 66-year-olds to prevent financial hardship stemming from the “lottery of life” as the state pension age rises to 67, according to a committee of MPs..
People In Their 50s Urged To Complete Bowel Cancer Screening Amid Low Uptake
Health officials have raised concerns over the “low numbers” of people in their 50s taking part in bowel cancer screening..
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..
Local News
Street to close for nearly a week as film production moves in
Film production is set to close a street in Hove for almost a week.
Japanese dining pop-up to bring summer flavour to marina
A Japanese dining experience is set for a summer takeover at Brighton Marina.
Celebrated Scottish singer to perform at Sussex arts centre
A celebrated Scottish singer, Kim Carnie, is set to perform at the Ropetackle Arts Centre.
Family-run firm secures £14m contract to build homes for Sussex council
A Brighton family firm has landed a nearly £14m council housing contract.
Seafront to host festival with more than 130 beers next month
Eastbourne’s Beer & Cider By The Sea will take place on the Western Lawns from Friday, May 15, to Sunday, May 17.
Argus photographer captures quiet portraits of local birdlife
These intimate wildlife portraits from Falmer and Warnham capture birds in moments of quiet detail.
Housebuilder unveils £35,000 incentive for new buyers
Homebuyers in Sussex could receive up to £35,000 in flexible incentives.
Trailblazer inspires women in sport from rugby to sumo
The first Sikh woman to represent England at rugby is continuing to break down barriers in the sport here in Brighton and Hove.
Degree apprentice gains hands-on experience alongside studies
Leah Richards, a digital marketing apprentice at Ashling Park Estate, is in her final year at the University of Chichester.
Art and performance collide in immersive gala experience
The inaugural Adelaide Salon Art Gala will take place at the Royal Pavilion in Brighton on Saturday, May 30.
Former MP Lord Tyrie to speak at university on regulation of 'Big Tech' firms
The University of Chichester will host a conversation with Lord Andrew Tyrie, former Chairman of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
Study finds teenagers not fully prepared for voting age change
Students at Davison High School in Worthing have taken part in a Europe-wide study of more than 1,300 pupils.
Landlords urged to tackle damp as new rental law takes effect
Brighton building specialist is calling on landlords to take urgent action on damp, mould and building safety as the Renters' Rights Act comes into force,
International medieval jousting tournament returns this summer
Arundel Castle is delighted to announce that its flagship summer event, the International Medieval Jousting Tournament, will return for 2026.
New plans have emerged for 60 houses on farmland previously earmarked for travellers
The proposed development for the Mockbeggars Farm site in Uckfield.
Revealed: Top crime hotspots in Sussex town according to police data
Revealed: Eastbourne's crime hotspots in 2025
Refugee whose home was bombed may face Sussex eviction over admin failure
A Ukrainian refugee faces homelessness after losing her Universal Credit payments.
Rising comedian star set for debut tour with a Sussex date
A comedian is bringing her debut tour to The Hawth this November.
Infant school praised by Ofsted after latest inspection report
A Worthing school has been praised following a recent inspection.
Unusual camping spot at Beachy Head lighthouse attracts horror and shock
A bizarre camping spot has caught the eye of social media users.











































