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Teenagers Should Be Offered Meningitis B Jab On NHS Government Advisers Say
Teenagers should be offered a vaccine on the NHS to protect against deadly meningitis B (menB), Government advisers have recommended..
New Prime Minister Will Not Change UK Ukraine Dynamic Keir Starmer Vows
The UK’s support for Ukraine “will not waver” and the change in prime minister will not “change that dynamic,” Sir Keir Starmer has said on his final visit to Kyiv while in office..
No 10 Backs Calls For Fifa Probe After Argentina Players Wave Falklands Banner
Downing Street has backed calls for Fifa to investigate whether Argentina players broke rules by brandishing a banner in support of their country’s claim to the Falkland Islands at the World Cup..
Andy Burnham To Be Crowned Labour Leader On Friday After Securing Union Backing
Prime minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham is set to become the Labour leader on Friday after he was backed by trade unions linked to the party..
Government Brings British Steel Under Public Ownership
British Steel has come under public ownership to protect “the future of steel production” in the UK, the Government has announced..
Patients Voice Concern Over GP AI Transcription Tools
Patients have expressed concerns over the use of artificial intelligence transcription tools used during certain GP consultations..
Number Of UK 18 Year Olds With University Or College Offer Hits Record High
The number of 18-year-olds in the UK who have offers for undergraduate courses has hit a record high, Ucas figures show..
Argentina Produce Late Comeback To End Englands World Cup Hopes
England’s World Cup dreams ended in a heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Argentina as Lionel Messi inspired a chaotic late 2-1 turnaround..
England World Cup Dream Over As Argentina Make It Through To The Final
England's arch rivals will face Spain on Sunday.
Keir Starmer Pledges Wholehearted Support To Andy Burnham In Final PMQs
Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to give his “wholehearted support” to prime minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham, as he made his final appearance at the despatch box..
Thomas Tuchel Feels No England Burden But Sees Absolute Beauty Of Semi Final
Thomas Tuchel does not feel burdened by England’s 60-year wait for World Cup glory and instead sees beauty in the enormity of Wednesday’s semi-final against historic rivals Argentina.
Starmer Faces Final Cabinet And PMQs As Burnham Edges Closer To No 10
Sir Keir Starmer will face his last Cabinet and Prime Minister’s Questions while Andy Burnham nears the Labour leadership finish line as nominations close on Wednesday..
Thames Water Boss Seeks Urgent Clarity From New PM As Funding Set To Dry Up
The boss of Thames Water has called for urgent clarity from prime minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham over his plans for the sector as he insisted the stricken utility could run out of cash within months unless a funding deal is struck..
Voluntary Element Of Social Media Curfew Will Be Kept Under Review Phillipson
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has not ruled out changing the voluntary element of social media curfews for teenagers in the future if it is found they are turning off safety features..
One In Five Mothers Seek Emergency Care In Year After Babies Are Born Report
More than one in five mothers (22%) need emergency care in the year after their babies are born, according to new analysis..
Government Must Stand Up To The Food Industry To Tackle Obesity Epidemic MPs
The Government must “stand up” to the food industry after decades of failure to tackle obesity that is costing the country tens of billions a year, MPs have said..
Spain Into World Cup Final As France Fall Flat
Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro fired ruthless Spain into the World Cup final as France’s quest for glory fell apart in Dallas..
Spain Are Through To The Final Of The World Cup
They secured victory over France after a thrilling two-nil win in Dallas..
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..
Local News
Conference leaves teachers with renewed focus and insight
Educators from across West Sussex who attended the annual conference of the NEU in Brighton over Easter are returning to their classrooms this week.
School launches phone-free scheme to support student wellbeing
Robertsbridge Community College is introducing a phone-free policy to help students stay focused and improve wellbeing.
School fundraises to support girls’ education and safety in Africa
A city school has completed the latest challenge in its bid to financially support three girls living in Africa through their education.
School ranked among top performers for primary results
Pupils and staff are celebrating standout academic achievement that puts them among the top performers in the county.
Swimming centre launches £50,000 bid to fund vital repairs
A swimming centre is calling on the community to help secure its future through a fundraising campaign.
Community tractor run returns to honour teenager’s legacy
A community tractor run will roll through Arundel this April raising money for Young Lives vs Cancer in memory of Thomas Winters-Holmes.
Charity joins business network to boost community links
Mencap Newhaven, Lewes and District is proud to announce that it has officially joined the Newhaven Chamber of Commerce.
Woman runs 10km to raise funds after mother’s diagnosis
A woman has raised nearly £1,800 for a charity supporting people with a rare neurological condition.
Residents raise housing and safety concerns at MP meeting
Jess Brown-Fuller MP hears Southbourne residents’ concerns at Q&A.
Inspectors praise nursery for supportive and nurturing approach
Busy Bees Nursery at Lewes, has been praised by Ofsted.
Campaigners push for tougher laws to protect cats from harm
Cats Protection charity workers and volunteers gathered in Parliament Square in a silent vigil to highlight the unregulated trade in kittens and cats.
Author releases moving story blending heartbreak and afterlife
A novel blending heartbreak and the afterlife has arrived on bookshelves from a Sussex author.
MP launches campaign over pressure on NHS and infrastructure
Liberal Democrat MP James MacCleary, is launching a campaign to guarantee GP investment on new developments.
Independent jeweller named finalist in national small business awards
Rebekah Ann Jewellery has been named a finalist at The Small Awards.
Fringe shows promise bold storytelling on identity and past
Two award-winning Australian productions are coming to Brighton Fringe.
Thousands of children offered primary school places this year
West Sussex County Council’s admissions team handled 8,309 starting school applications this year.
Annual antiques fair returns with rare pieces and exhibits
The Petworth Park Antiques and Fine Art Fair will return for its twelfth year in the grounds of Petworth House.
Secretary of state says her 'mind is not made up' on social media ban for under 16s
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology has said her mind “isn’t made up” on a social media ban.
People in Sussex lost more than £19 million to investment scams last year
People in Sussex lost more than £19 million to investment scams last year, police have revealed.
Hundreds protest against 1,000-home development plans for village
More than 500 residents gathered in Henfield on April 18 for a Community Day of Action organised by the Campaign to Protect Rural Henfield (CPRH).











































