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NHS waiting lists not a driver for rise in health related benefit claims
NHS waiting lists are not driving the rise in health-related benefit claims, according to a new report..
Social care commission recommendations might not come into effect for a decade
Some of the first recommendations from a newly launched commission into adult social care in England might not be implemented until 2036..
Warmest start to May on record amid wildfires and water warnings
The UK has seen the warmest start to May on record as temperatures continue to soar, with firefighters battling wildfires and warnings over the hidden dangers of open water swimming..
Prince of Wales says he is in awe of triple amputee veteran injured in Iraq
The Prince of Wales has said he is in awe of a triple-amputee veteran who said he holds no bitterness about being injured in service..
Polls close in contests which could see Labour and Tories suffer losses
Polls have closed in a series of elections across England which could see Nigel Farages Reform UK deal blows to both Labour and the Conservatives..
Warmest start to May on record
The UK has seen the warmest start to May on record as temperatures continue to soar, prompting warnings of wildfires and the hidden dangers of open water swimming..
Transgender women to be barred from playing womens football by FA and SFA
Transgender women will no longer be able to play in womens football from June 1, 2025, the Football Association has announced..
Tens of thousands in remote areas to receive faster broadband
Around 65,000 homes and businesses including some in Scotlands most remote areas will gain access to lightning-fast broadband through a game-changer upgrade..
Council workers sent strike ballots in biggest vote of its kind in years
Tens of thousands of council workers will be balloted on strike action from Thursday in what a union is calling the biggest vote of its kind in years..
New AI tool to spot skin cancer to be used in NHS
Adults with suspected skin cancer may be initially assessed with a new AI tool after it was approved for NHS use..
Medical record errors putting patients at risk experts
Mistakes on medical records can put peoples health at risk, experts have said, as a new poll revealed almost one in four have found errors in their personal documents..
Lucy Bronze nets winner as Chelsea wrap up another Womens Super League title
Lucy Bronze headed a second-half winner as Chelsea clinched their sixth successive Womens Super League title with a 1-0 victory at Manchester United..
King shares how his cancer experience brought very best of humanity into focus
The King has poignantly reflected on his experience of cancer, saying it had brought into sharp focus the very best of humanity and telling cancer charities: You have my whole familys deepest admiration and gratitude..
Video of the moment totemic Sycamore Gap tree was cut down played in court
Mobile phone footage of the moment the famous Sycamore Gap tree was cut down and fell on to Hadrians Wall has been played to jurors..
Paedophile ex scout leader jailed for 46 years
Richard Burrows spent 27 years on the run.
Police investigating Marks Spencer cyber attack
The Metropolitan Police is investigating a cyber attack on Marks and Spencer which has seen the retailer face major disruption..
Keir Starmer hosts Palestinian leader as Government unveils 101m in support
Sir Keir Starmer has hosted the head of the Palestinian Authority as the UK Government announced a £101 million funding package for the occupied territories in a show of the UKs steadfast support..
Major power cut reported across Spain and Portugal
A major power cut hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, including their capitals, knocking out subway networks, phone lines, traffic lights and ATM machines..
Conclave to elect new pope will start on May 7
Catholic cardinals have set May 7 as the starting date for the conclave to elect Pope Franciss successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate before they are sequestered in the Sistine Chapel..
Teenager admits stabbing 15 year old to death at Sheffield school
A 15-year-old boy has admitted killing another teenager who was stabbed with a hunting knife at a school..
Local News
Fire services tackle blaze at scrap yard
Emergency services are currently on the scene of a fire in Bognor Regis
Peregrine falcon chicks hatch above apartment block in Brighton
Four Peregrine Falcons have hatched at an apartment block in Brighton.
Businesses call on council to reconsider red route expansion on more roads
Businesses in Hove have called on the council to scrap the expansion of red routes to Western Road.
Councillors slam police over enforcement of road’s weight limit
Sussex Police have come in for criticism from county councillors over lorries using a Bexhill road.
New 'creative and welcoming' restaurant opens on seafront
A new restaurant has opened on the seafront.
Is this port town the coolest coastal hotspot in Sussex?
A mural of a 20ft cat, the last sighting of Lord Lucan and new restaurants and pubs galore - Newhaven has it all!
Former club owner fined thousands for late-night noise
A nightclub owner has been fined thousands of pounds for disturbing residents with late-night noise.
Boy sexually assaulted on train
A teenage boy was sexually assaulted on a train.
Pictures: Beachgoers enjoy sunshine as temperatures soar
People have been pictured enjoying the sunshine on the beach.
Martin Lewis scam warning: How to call your bank with just three digits
Martin Lewis is urging 'spread the word' to call your bank with just three digits if you think you may be the target of a scam
Car crashes into hospital and sparks emergency response
A car collided with a structure outside the front of a hospital. Emergency services were called to the scene at Eastbourne District General Hospital.
Recap: Public asked to avoid area due to skip fire
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is asking the public to avoid Cophall Wood near Polegate due to a fire.
Martin Lewis warning - don't get your passport renewed by post
If your passport is due for renewal, apply online if you can – it'll save you £12.50
This is why shoppers queued down the street today in Brighton city centre
A bubble tea shop is offering free boba.
Nominate Your Favourite Local Pub for a Prestigious Award!
Shine a spotlight on your favourite local pub, by entering it into our competition to win a prestigious certificate and a feature in the local paper.
Man repeatedly preyed on vulnerable OAP with mobility walker and snatched her purse
A man who stole from a vulnerable woman has been jailed.
Large group of caravans take over recreation ground
A large number of caravans have been pictured parked up on a recreation ground
Footage shows moment teenagers become stuck on Brighton zipline
Two teenagers got stuck on a Brighton zipline and had to be pulled along with a pole
'Far right-wing paraphernalia' on display in ambulance Teams call, says survey
The ambulance service says it does not believe a union survey which makes reports of bullying, sexism and racism “reflect[s] how most of our staff feel”
New designs show what the i360 could look like following overhaul
New images show what the i360 in Brighton could look like after a major overhaul.