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Cases Of Meningitis Linked To An Outbreak In Kent Have Dropped
The number of cases of meningitis linked to an outbreak in Kent has decreased after some “confirmed” cases were downgraded following further tests, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said..
Over 8000 Meningitis Vaccines Handed Out In Kent As Queues Improve Over Weekend
More than 8,000 meningitis B vaccines have been handed out since the outbreak in Kent while the number of cases is up to 34 from 29..
First Minecraft Theme Park Land To Open In London Next Year
The world’s first Minecraft theme park land is set to open in the UK in 2027 and plans to bring the bestselling video game of all time to life..
Nicola Coughlan Graham Norton And Michael Cera Appear In Saturday Night Live UK
Saturday Night Live UK has kicked off its first show with guest appearances from Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, TV presenter Graham Norton and Canadian actor Michael Cera..
Trump Warns Iran To Reopen Hormuz Or Face Strikes On Power Plants
President Donald Trump warned the US will “obliterate” Iranian power plants if it does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours..
2000 To Gather For Historic Service For First Female Archbishop Of Canterbury
The Church of England’s first woman appointed to its top ministry role has spoken of the “immense privilege” she feels ahead of her official enthronement..
Iranian Man And Romanian Woman Charged After Submarine Base Incident
An Iranian man and a Romanian woman have been charged after two people tried to enter the naval base which is the home of the UK’s nuclear deterrent..
Meningitis Cases Rise To 34 From 29 As Students Queue For Third Day For Vaccines
The number of cases linked to the meningitis outbreak in Kent has risen to 34, up from 29 previously, as hundreds of students queued for a third day to get vaccinated..
Iran Targets Diego Garcia With Missiles After Warning British Lives In Danger
Iran has reportedly fired missiles towards a joint US-UK base in the Indian Ocean following its warning that British lives are “in danger” after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer backed the US to carry out further strikes..
Live From London Saturday Night Live UK To Launch With Host Tina Fey
US actress Tina Fey will launch the series premiere of Saturday Night Live UK alongside Isle Of Wight band Wet Leg who will join as the show’s first musical guest..
Wintry Weather To Return After UK Enjoys Warmest Day Of The Year So Far
A return to colder weather, and a chance of snow for some, is set to follow a week of sunshine which brought the warmest day of the year so far in the UK..
Meningitis Parts Of UK Could See Sporadic But Containable Clusters
Students in Kent have queued for hours for meningitis vaccines for a second day as a public health director said “sporadic” household clusters could appear in other parts of the UK..
Cooper Warns Tehran Against Targeting UK Interests
The Foreign Secretary has warned Tehran against targeting UK interests as her Iranian counterpart said the UK providing its military bases to the US to use is seen as “participation in aggression”..
Entering Football Match Without Ticket To Become Illegal Before Wembley Final
Entering a football match without a ticket will become a criminal offence ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final at Wembley, more than five years after thousands of ticketless fans stormed the same stadium..
Household Energy Bills To Jump By 332 A Year In July Latest Forecasts Show
Household energy bills could jump by £332 a year in July as recent sharp increases in wholesale prices are set to feed through into Ofgem’s price cap, according to the latest forecasts..
Meningitis Family Describe Immeasurable Loss As Cases Rise To 29
The family of a teenager who died from meningitis in the Kent outbreak have described their “immeasurable loss” as the number of cases jumped to 29..
NHS Coped During Covid But Only Just Inquiry Chairwoman
The NHS “coped, but only just” during the Covid-19 pandemic, the inquiry into the crisis has concluded..
Health Secretary Promises More Meningitis Vaccines As Number Of Cases Rise To 27
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said more people affected by a meningitis outbreak in Kent will get vaccines as the number of cases rose to 27..
Bank Holds UK Interest Rates At 375 And Stands Ready To Act Over Iran War
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% as policymakers hiked forecasts for UK inflation due to war in the Middle East pushing up energy prices..
Rain And Oil Prices Could Be A Problem For People With Lung Conditions
Wet weather in the UK, teamed with the “spectre” of higher energy bills sparked by the conflict in the Middle East, could place millions of people with lung conditions at risk of health problems, a charity has warned..
Local News
School hosts special day of recognition for unsung heroes of the community
Burgess Hill Girls and the Town Council hosted a relaxing and uplifting Carers’ Day.
'Small Talk Saves Lives' campaign coming to Brighton station
Brighton Hove and District Samaritans volunteers will be present at Brighton station on Tuesday, March 10.
Homes and business units to go under the hammer in upcoming property auction
Homes and business units, based in Sussex, are set to go under the hammer in Clive Emson Auctioneers’ March sale.
Indie pop band to perform at White Rock Theatre
British indie-pop favouritesLottery Winnersare set to bring their infectious energy to Hastings White Rock.
Popular shop to reopen in new location after over 30 years
A much-loved Eastbourne retailer is opening a new chapter this weekend as The Body Shop relocates to a new store at The Beacon shopping centre.
'Lovely' Sussex city with 'medieval heart' named one of the best in Britain
The Telegraph has revealed its ranking of Britain’s 20 smallest cities from worst to best, with Chichester getting strong praise.
Community solar scheme helps residents cut energy costs
Preston Park residents have spoken of their happiness at “taking control of their energy bills” after having solar panels installed under a new scheme.
Charity makes appeal to dog owners ahead of Dog Theft Awareness Day
Ahead of Dog Theft Awareness Day, Dogs Trust in Shoreham, is issuing guidance to owners to prevent dogs from being separated from their loving families.
Nearly 3,000 people kick bad habit following council campaign
New estimates show that almost 3,000 local residents set quit dates or started quit attempts of smoking in the last three months.
Tour bringing two fabulous RuPaul drag stars to city
Top Drag artists, Kitty Scott-Claus and Cheryl are readying to bring campery, chaos and carnage to stages across the UK this April.
Long vacant brownfield site transformed into new community
Located in St Leonards, the site is now home to 151 new homes and an Aldi supermarket.
Disabled fan warns travelling Albion supporters after late-night Liverpool ordeal
A young Brighton Albion supporter who uses a wheelchair has warned travelling fans after getting stranded outside Anfield in Liverpool.
Rare illustrations from Sussex author's classic are sold for huge sum
Two original watercolour illustrations from a beloved classic that were long thought to be lost have been sold at auction
In pictures: Firefighters battle fierce blaze at derelict building
Pictures show a large blaze at a derelict building.
Live updates after ‘shed hits train’ causing railway disruption
Trains in West Sussex are disrupted after reports a shed hit a train in Angmering.
Updates as crews tackle fire at derelict building amid 'risk of collapse'
Crews are currently tackling a fire at a derelict building in Eastbourne.
Two men who ran 'premium bespoke' people smuggling service jailed
Two men have been jailed for running a "premium" people-smuggling operation at Portsmouth Crown Court.
Objection to shop's drinks licence bid because students go past it
A Hove shop’s neighbour objected to the owner’s application for a drinks licence because of the number of sixth formers who pass the shop.
Discovery of '250lb bomb' on beach triggers emergency response
Emergency services flocked to a beach after suspected ordnance was found
Bystanders shocked by town centre blaze
Striking images show a motorbike on fire on a busy Sussex road









































