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Ann Widdecombe Killed In Targeted Attack Counter Terror Police Say
Veteran politician Ann Widdecombe was killed in a “targeted attack”, counter-terrorism police investigating her death have said..
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..
Local News
Hundreds of Sussex residents worked to save the countryside
This weekend communities across the UK came together as part of a national Day of Action for Nature, Parks and Green Spaces, writes Nancy Duckels.
Election candidates quizzed by residents at lively hustings
Congestion and the state of the A259 were hot topics during a hustings for the East Sussex County Council elections.
Football charity marks 10 years of impact with Commons event
The Russell Martin Foundation (RMF) celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special reception event at the House of Commons with Brighton MP Siân Berry.
Flamingo House opens doors for Brighton Festival showcase
The Flamingo House is preparing to open its doors as part of its Brighton Festival offering.
Four-month closure in place for major lifting operations
A four-month road closure has been approved in Brighton.
Man charged following death and serious injury at seafront property
Following an incident in Brighton's Regency Square which one man died and another sustained serious injuries, a 26-year-old man has been charged.
Boy died snorkelling when he was hit by ‘fast-moving’ speedboat
Edward Jarman, from West Hoathly, southeast of Crawley, was snorkelling in Mo’orea Bay, in French Polynesia, when the accident happened on August 9, 2020.
Government considering decision to permanently close community hospital
Bognor Regis and Littlehampton MP Alison Griffiths confirmed that the campaign to save Zachary Merton Hospital in Rustington has reached Westminster
Live updates as tree falls over and smashes through residential window
A tree has fallen over on Bedford Row in Worthing, smashing through the window of a residential property, believed to be caused by strong winds.
Major restoration of landmark seafront arts venue begins
Major restoration work has begun at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill
Man describes 'horrible stench' after bin fire erupts metres from his house
A resident of Wilson Avenue in Whitehawk, Brighton, has described the “horrible stench” of black smoke after a large bin fire broke out metres from his house.
Man describes 'horrible stench' after bin fire erupts metres from his house
A resident of Wilson Avenue in Whitehawk, Brighton, has described the “horrible stench” of black smoke after a large bin fire broke out metres from his house.
Man describes 'horrible stench' after bin fire erupts metres from his house
A resident of Wilson Avenue in Whitehawk, Brighton, has described the “horrible stench” of black smoke after a large bin fire broke out metres from his house.
Surgeon 'must be accompanied by chaperone' during consultations with female patients
A surgeon must be accompanied by a chaperone when carrying out consultations with female patients amid an investigation into his fitness to practice
Police say huge bin fire visible across the city is 'believed to be deliberate'
Sussex Police are treating a large bin fire that broke out in Whitehawk in Brighton today, April 28, as deliberate, they said in a statement.
Law firm owner shared 'antisemitic, offensive and inappropriate' tweets
A law firm owner committed serious misconduct by sharing “antisemitic, offensive and inappropriate” tweets
In pictures - blaze takes hold at recycling centre with multiple wheelie bins on fire
A gallery of images from the fire at a recycling centre in Whitehawk, Brighton and Hove, in which multiple wheelie bins caught fire on April 28, 2026.
Live updates from large bin fire as smoke visible across the city
Live updates as a large fire breaks out at bin storage facility in north Brighton, in the Whitehawk area.
Last day to apply for Voter Authority Certificate ahead of local elections
Today is the last day for people to apply for a Voter Authority Certificate, to allow those without ID to vote in the May 7 elections.
Emergency crews called to kitchen fire
A fire at a property sparked an emergency response.








































