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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
MP visits students at 'inspiring' alternative education scheme
The Launchpad pilot scheme supports young people who have struggled in mainstream education, offering a mix of outdoor and classroom education.
Evening road closures planned for Noughty 90s Festival
Wilson Avenue, Brighton, will be closed for the Noughty 90’s Festival.
Zack Polanski should know better than to amplify anti-police claims
Some people don't want "to come quietly." Some choose not to obey police commands even in dynamic situations, writes Graham Bartlett.
Brighton lawyer who made women's rugby history champions next generation
Manjinder Nagra spoke out in support of Brighton and Hove City Council's campaign to establish the city as the UK capital for female participation in sport.
Veterinary clinic reopens after storm damage forced its closure
AlphaPet Vets, a veterinary practice serving the Bognor Regis area, has re-opened following a prolonged closure due to storm damage.
University researcher’s findings on marine pollution inspire global project
A University of Brighton marine biologist’s research into fibreglass pollution in shellfish has inspired an UN-endorsed international project.
Major Spanish airport closes until end of May with all flights from Gatwick cancelled
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport in Spain will be closed until May 27 affecting Gatwick Airport flights there.
Business helps to cut carbon and improve safety for women with shuttle services
United Minibuses and Coaches, a transport company based in Crawley, has helped 30 employers to establish or improve shuttle services to date.
A restful night before take-off at Ibis Styles London Gatwick
For those with early morning flights, there are plenty of hotels to choose from at Gatwick Airport.
Summer celebrations planned to mark 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh
A major celebration for Winnie-the-Pooh is set to begin in Ashdown Forest.
Hundreds of children learn vital life skills at safety event
More than 850 children attended an event teaching practical life skills at Goodwood.
Road closed for emergency sewer repairs after sinkhole
A road in Hove has been temporarily closed for emergency sewer repairs.
Lane closure and parking suspension for arches rebuild
A cycle lane and parking bays in Brighton will be temporarily closed and suspended this week.
Hastings lifeboat volunteers raise more than £2,200 in vital funds
Lifeboat volunteers attended the town's May Day celebrations, where they served tea and cakes, joined the parade and spread awareness about their work.
Public consultation launched over car park relocation plan
Brighton and Hove City Council is proposing to relocate King Alfred Car Park.
Family to take on 100km challenge in memory of baby son
Family and friends will embark on the trek from Richmond, London, to Brighton, in honour of Raif Lewsey.
Updates after police cordon off area near harbour
Police cordoned off an area near Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, this afternoon.
Reggae royalty deliver a celebratory success that keeps the legacy alive
Toots and the Maytals, now fronted by Leba Hibbert, daughter of the late reggae great Frederick "Toots" Hibbert, brought their Reggae Got Soul 50th Anniversary Tour to Brighton’s Chalk venue on Friday, May 9.
Man dies after car crashes into vehicle
A man has died after a car crashed into a parked vehicle.
Sussex MPs weigh in on calls for Prime Minister to resign after election losses
Sussex MPs are backing calls for the Prime Minister to resign after huge losses in local elections across the country.









































