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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
Urinating and drunkenness at taxi rank reported to police and council steps in
Cabbies have reported antisocial behaviour, people urinating and drunkenness at a taxi rank shelter.
Historic labour dispute to be honoured with new blue plaque
Brighton and Hove TUC will unveil a blue plaque to commemorate the centenary of The Battle of Lewes Road.
A moment to celebrate those defending Sussex’s green spaces
At CPRE Sussex, we are inspired by those who love the countryside and work to protect it.
Paul Carrack blends soul, rock and nostalgia in live show
Paul Carrack wowed his fans as he headed to Brighton on his latest tour.
Baby donkey named in honour of comedian after he donates £100,000 to Sussex charity
A donkey charity has named a newborn foal in honour of Ricky Gervais after he donated £100,000 to their work.
Plans to build dozens of flats above former department store
AMB Constructions have lodged proposals to build 37 apartments above the former M&S store in Queensway, Crawley.
Concerns raised over plans to build 180 homes in Sussex town
The outline application proposes building the dwellings on land at Hornbrook Farm off Brighton Road, in Horsham.
High street pub unveils newly refurbished garden
The Marlipins Pub in Shoreham has unveiled its refurbished indoor and outdoor areas alongside a freshly launched kitchen.
'It was brilliant': unusual folk festival draws thousands to Sussex town
A traditional folk festival filled a town's streets with colour and noise over the Bank Holiday weekend.
'We desperately need more men to come forward' says sperm bank looking for donors
Sussex Sperm Bank says it "desperately needs more men to come forward", as it launches a major donation drive in Brighton and Hove.
New Mediterranean restaurant to open in town centre
Elia, a family-run business offering authentic Greek and Italian cuisine, will open at 52 High Street in Littlehampton on May 7.
Seafront hotel owned by same family since 1997 going up for auction
Lanes Hotel, a prominent Brighton seafront hotel in Kemp Town close to Brighton pier, is going up for auction.
Driver warned to take notice of new speed limit after being caught 7mph over
A man has been warned to take notice of a new speed limit after he was caught driving 7mph above it.
'Guests throw bottles into my garden' - anger at unauthorised holiday let
A property in the North Laine conservation area in Brighton has been used as an unauthorised holiday rental let since 2018.
Museum will not reopen this year due to 'challenging economic context'
Ditchling Museum of Art and Craft has announced that it will not reopen for the rest of 2026
What East Asia taught me about respect, order and public life
I’ve just visited China (Shanghai), South Korea, and Japan, cultures very different from the UK, writes James Williams.
Fast-food restaurant plans refused amid fears of 'negative impact' on area
Plans for a drive-through McDonald’s in Hove were turned down by councillors this afternoon.
Plans for 24-hour drive-through restaurant 'unanimously refused'
Plans for a 24-hour McDonald's restaurant in Hove have been refused.
Theft of Green Party boards reported to police
The theft of 12 Green Party campaign boards has been reported to Sussex Police.
Three charged after woman woke up to find burglar inside her home
Two men and a woman have been charged following a reported burglary in Hove.











































