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Covid PPE Procurement Saw Vast 10 Billion Waste Inquiry Finds
The scramble to buy PPE during the pandemic saw the UK waste almost £10 billion of taxpayers’ money, the official inquiry into the handling of Covid-19 has found..
Politicians Facing Horrific Culture Of Violence Cabinet Minister Says
Politicians face a “horrific” culture of violence which has become worse in recent years, a Cabinet minister has warned..
Pubs To Serve More Than 64 Million Pints Of No And Low Alcohol Beer This Summer
Pubs will serve more than 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer this summer, an increase of eight million on last year, according to industry predictions..
UK Economy Beat The Odds Because Of My Choices Reeves To Say
Rachel Reeves will say Britain’s economy has “beaten the odds” under her stewardship, in a defence of her record ahead of Andy Burnham’s incoming government..
Burnham Will Be Next Prime Minister After 349 MPs Back Him For Labour Leadership
Andy Burnham will be the next prime minister after receiving an extra 27 nominations from Labour MPs on Monday, taking his total to 349..
Ann Widdecombes Murder Being Investigated As Terrorism Police Say
The murder of veteran politician Ann Widdecombe is being treated as an act of terrorism, police have said..
Family Utterly Heartbroken After 16 Year Old Boy Stabbed To Death
The family of a 16-year-old boy who died in a stabbing have described him as a strong and kind son who was an amazing brother to his siblings..
Jurassic Park Actor Sam Neill Dies Aged 78
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has died aged 78, his family has confirmed..
Warning Of Summer Scramble On Roads As Busiest Getaway In Four Years Expected
Drivers are being warned to expect the busiest summer getaway on the roads in four years..
Deadly Climate Impact 2700 Heat Linked Deaths In Recent Heatwaves Experts Say
More than 2,700 people died from heat-related causes during May and June’s record hot spells, as climate change makes heatwaves more deadly, experts estimate..
Twenty Seven People Killed In Fire At Bangkok Pub Say Officials
At least 27 people have been killed in a fire that engulfed a pub in Bangkok early on Monday morning, officials said..
Jannik Sinner Defends Wimbledon Title With Battling Win Against Alexander Zverev
Jannik Sinner fought off a full-blooded challenge from Alexander Zverev to successfully defend his Wimbledon title..
Two Men Die After Entering Sea To Help Children In Difficulty Police Say
Two men have died after going into the sea to try and help two children who had got into difficulty, Cleveland Police said..
Parts Of UK At Exceptional Risk Of Wildfires As Heatwave Goes On
Parts of the UK are at “exceptional” risk of wildfires as the heatwave continues, experts have warned..
Gutted Brendon McCullum Departs His Role As England Test Coach
Brendon McCullum has left his role as England’s Test head coach but will remain in charge of the white-ball set-up..
Police Not Looking For Any Other Suspects In Ann Widdecombe Murder Probe
Police investigating the alleged murder of former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe have said they “are not looking for anyone else” after a 28-year-old man was arrested..
Perfectly Reasonable For Burnham To Plot Downing Street Pathway Reeves Says
Claims that Andy Burnham has been preparing for life in Downing Street for at least a year are “perfectly reasonable”, Rachel Reeves has suggested..
England Reach World Cup Semi Finals As Jude Bellingham Double Ends Norways Run
Jude Bellingham kept his cool in the Miami heat and humidity to send England to a fourth-ever World Cup semi-final as Thomas Tuchel’s men edged past Norway 2-1 in extra time..
Police Arrest 28 Year Old Man On Suspicion Of The Murder Of Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of the murder of former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe, police said..
England Reach World Cup Semi Finals As Jude Bellingham Double Ends Norways Run
Jude Bellingham kept his cool in the Miami heat and humidity to send England to a fourth-ever World Cup semi-final as Thomas Tuchel’s men edged past Norway 2-1 in extra time..
Local News
90 homes to be built near 30mph road where drivers speed at 83mph
Plans to build up to 90 homes in Bucks Green have been approved by Horsham District Council
University 'comprehensively vindicated' after free speech ruling overturned in court
University of Sussex in Brighton has won a High Court challenge against the OfS regulator over a finding that it had infringed on lawful free speech.
Teenage motorcyclist seriously injured in crash with car
A teenager was seriously injured in a crash with a car.
Railway operator to fix notorious noise on fleet of Sussex trains
Southern Rail has announced it will silence the squeaking noise of its seat-back tray tables by fitting quieter parts to its fleet of Class 377 trains.
New AI cameras record more than 600 seatbelt offences in single week
New AI cameras that monitor drivers have recorded more than 600 seatbelt offences in their first week.
How every Sussex MP voted on Keir Starmer being investigated over Mandelson saga
The vote concerned whether Sir Keir should be referred to the Privileges Committee over claims relating to the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson
Murder accused appears in court after death of 'loving' man
A man accused of murdering Tio Day in Regency Square has appeared in court
How a Martin Lewis tip turned into a £17,000 payday for viral poet Harry Baker
Harry Baker is best known for his words, but it’s a surprising lockdown decision inspired by Martin Lewis that’s now turning heads.
Sussex plumber wins South East title in national industry awards
Hove-based plumber has been named South East winner of The Plumber Awards 2026.
The little-known McDonald’s receipt trick to get a full meal for £2.99
It all comes down to something most customers chuck away which could actually be the key to big savings.
UK airline goes into liquidation after 'impact of fuel prices' - are you affected?
Many airlines have felt the effects ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and now Hertfordshire-based Ascend Airways has reportedly entered liquidation.
People 'blown away' as giant sharks seen leaping out the water off UK coastlines
Hundreds of basking sharks have been seen breaching the water near our shores recently.
Man charged after 'corrosive substance' attack at railway station
A man has been charged after a corrosive substance was thrown at a man at a railway station.
'It's very concerning': the Sussex town where Green Party signs torn down
A spate of vandalism has struck Green Party signs in Seaford
Customers 'gutted' as town restaurant and bar announces closure
Bachata Tapas & Wine, located at 3 Stans Way, in Horsham, will close on May 2, after the owners said it was no longer viable to continue
Former nightclub and restaurant premises has price slashed by £450,000
The property, located at 107 High Street in Crawley, was previously home to Evolve nightclub and A' La Turka bar and restaurant
'Unnecessary and unneighbourly': Council responds to 'filthy' food bin behaviour
Lewes District Council faces complaints in Seaford as overloaded food waste bins and missed collections spark hygiene concerns
Rock guitarist's renovation plans could be held up by protected bats discovery
A rock guitarist's plans to renovate historic farm buildings at his estate could be in jeopardy due to the presence of protected bats
New cabaret business will 'usher in a new era' for 'neglected' venue
The operators of a “neglected” venue are ready to “usher in a new era” with their new cabaret business.
Traders group calls out 'major obstacles' to doing business in famous market town
A traders group from Lewes in East Sussex has expressed concerns about the "major obstacles" to opening a business in the famous market town









































