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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
AI technology could transform road safety enforcement
Mention AI to any author, including this one, and you will likely bring them out in hives, writes Graham Bartlett.
Haywards Heath opticians bid to spread kindness with community fundraiser
Specsavers Haywards Heath is collecting food and essentials for Bentswood Hub ahead of Global Pay It Forward Day. Donate or join their charity raffle now.
One-woman show tackles sex work through corporate satire
Pleasure Incorporated, a one-woman theatre show touring the UK this May, will have a performance at Komedia, Brighton on May 27.
MP welcomes major funding boost for arts venue upgrades
Tom Rutland, Labour MP for East Worthing and Shoreham, has welcomed a share of the Labour government’s £127.8 million investment in cultural venues.
Residents invited to vote on community improvement projects
Residents across the city are being invited to choose from a range of exciting ideas and projects to improve life in their ward.
Men’s mental health group marks first year of support
A men’s mental health group in Hove is approaching its one-year anniversary with a message about the power of conversation.
Green energy fund opens to support community projects
Rampion Wind Farm’s Community Benefit Fund 2026 is now open until May 19.
Surgeon sets off on 1,000-mile fundraising ride in Italy
A West Sussex-based consultant urological surgeon is to cycle 1,000 miles across Italy to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.
Children’s charity secures funding for physiotherapist role
Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity has been awarded funding to hire a senior paediatric physiotherapist.
New cricket kit boosts confidence of girls’ school team
Cottesmore girls received new girl-specific, Cottesmore branded cricket kits from Maiden.
Live updates as rail line blocked after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Three Bridges and Horsham, meaning the line is blocked between those stations, Southern Rail has confirmed.
Budget airline axes all Gatwick flights to popular holiday spot - are you affected?
Norse Atlantic offers several flight routes from the Gatwick to locations such as New York, Orlando, Bangkok and Cape Town, but one route is being axed.
Fire services attend after blaze erupts at residential property
A fire broke out this morning at a residential property. The fire took hold at a house at Warrenside, South Harting in West Sussex, on April 19.
Live updates as emergency services close road in both directions after incident
The A285 north of Chichester in West Sussex is closed in both directions after a traffic incident, according to West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service.
Family's desperate search as 'dream pet' Lola goes missing after just three weeks
A Brighton family who spent years saving up for their dream pet are desperately searching for their African grey parrot in Hangleton and Hove.
Live updates as emergency services close road in both directions after incident
The A285 north of Chichester in West Sussex is closed in both directions after a traffic incident, according to West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service.
Fire services attend after blaze erupts at residential property
A fire broke out this morning at a residential property. The fire took hold at a house at Warrenside, South Harting in West Sussex, on April 19.
Residents debate removal of Covid-19 signs
Brighton is scrapping old Covid-19 street signs as residents argue over their historic value and the council's priorities.
The top ten schools in Sussex revealed
Data website The School's Guide, which uses official government performance data, has ranked the best schools in Sussex.
Probe launched into 'uncontrolled' alcohol sales at M&S petrol station
There are fears alcohol sales at an M&S and BP petrol station in Hove are fuelling antisocial behaviour









































