The Chancellor’s decision to raise employers’ national insurance is costing the average business more than £1,000 per worker every year, figures show..

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..

Health officials have raised concerns over the “low numbers” of people in their 50s taking part in bowel cancer screening..

A 26-year-old white British man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe..

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 people died overnight into Friday in one of Spain’s deadliest wildfires on record, authorities said, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country..

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..

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, the former MP and MEP who also featured on Strictly Come Dancing, has died aged 78..

Vapes are to be put in plain packaging under proposals which aim to stop the devices being marketed to children..

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..

Total Eclipse Of The Heart singer Bonnie Tyler has died according to a statement on her website..

Total Eclipse Of The Heart singer Bonnie Tyler has died aged 75, according to a statement on her website..

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 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..

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..

US forces said they hit about 90 targets across Iran with President Donald Trump warning the conflict could “get much worse”..

Confusing dental services are leaving patients in severe pain, with one woman waiting eight years for treatment, an ombudsman has warned..

Disability benefits are “no longer fit for purpose”, a review has concluded amid promises of “bold” reform of the system..

Dame Sarah Storey has announced her retirement from competitive sport, ending a career which saw her become Great Britain’s most successful Paralympian..

Oz Tots nursery in Mayfield has been given the new rating of "meets the expected standard".

Remember Brenda from Bristol’s exclamation when she found out there was to be another general election? Writes Steve Davis.

A children’s charity Pelican Parcels has expanded its services to support even more young people in need.

Comedian Simon Amstell is set to perform for a one-night-only performance in Brighton.

Hurstwood View care home is making special efforts to personalise meals for residents.

A hidden garden in the heart of Brighton has reopened with a new sculpture exhibition.

East Sussex company, Nikwax, has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development

Female students gained behind-the-scenes insight into housebuilding through a hands-on site visit.

A children’s writer from Eastbourne has won the fifth annual Rooker Prize for her 400-word opening to a middle-grade fantasy novel.

A new exhibition is set to shine a light on last two hundred years of LGBTQIA+ stories.

These scenes from Magnificent Motors in Eastbourne capture the seafront event in full swing.

Buyers are being invited to discover their dream home by the coast at an exclusive May Open Doors Event at Dandara’s Wittering Place in West Wittering, West Sussex.

An online pharmacy, CODA, has moved into larger premises to support its expanding business.

New rules are coming into force to give tenants in privately rented homes more protection and security.

Rivervale Cars has signed a 10-year lease on a newly refurbished site in Shoreham.

A racing driver is seeking support to compete in national motorsport championship.

A football and wellbeing session is being held to mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week.

Kindness, style and community spirit will take centre stage at Plumpton Racecourse this weekend.

Brighton Bear Weekend CIC (BBW) has named Pride Community Foundation CIC (PCF) as its official grant-giving partner.

Hundreds of businesses are to brighten up the city with a vibrant summer display.