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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
Southern Water given permission to increase bills after appeal
Southern Water has been given permission by The Competition and Markets Authority to raise bills by 2.5 per cent, after appealing to the regulator
Flat Iron brings one-off Wagyu Carcass Club steak night to the city
On Tuesday, March 17, Flat Iron’s Carcass Club will head to Brighton for the first time, offering a unique take on the classic Flat Iron experience.
Sports star named as official starter for this year's Brighton Marathon
Jess Breach, 2025 Rugby World Cup Winner and standout England women's rugby union player, has been named as the Official Starter for the 2026 Brighton Marathon.
Weekly food waste collection set to start next month
Arun District Council is about to start weekly food waste collections for all households, as part of national Simpler Recycling reforms.
New darts attraction is launched at Butlin's in West Sussex
The Junior Darts Corporation (JDC) is excited to announce a new partnership with Butlin’s.
Council answers more than 86,000 calls in three months
Latest figures show Brighton and Hove City Council handled over 86,000 calls in just three months.
Stagecoach proud to celebrate the journey of a bus driver turned trainer
This International Women’s Day, Stagecoach is proud to celebrate Eveline Roberts and her 11-year journey with Stagecoach South East.
Plans for charity football tournament pulled due to lack of interest
A charity football tournament being arranged for this summer to raise vital funds for Brighton Sea Cadets has had to be cancelled due to lack of interest.
Renowned British singer-songwriter to play at the Dome this autumn
Acclaimed musician, producer and songwriter Midge Ure is set to embark on his visionary A Man Of Two Worlds Tour this May and June 2026.
University in Sussex named 'best in Europe' by students
The University of Brighton has been ranked the number one university in Europe by international students in the EduOpinions 2026 International Student Ranking.
Crews tackle fire in busy street
The fire service is attending an incident in St James's Street, Brighton.
Arrest made after man suffers 'potentially life-changing burns' in chemical attack
A man has been arrested after a man suffered "potentially life-changing chemical burns" at a railway station.
Bosses tease 'transformative year' at Gatwick Airport in 2026 as big project planned
Gatwick Airport has reported a drop in profits and passenger numbers.
Police issue statement after officers execute warrant at address
Police have found cannabis being grown at an address.
Man dies in crash on A27
A man has died after a crash on the A27 near Chichester.
Recap: Police find cannabis being grown at address
Police are attending an incident off Lewes Road, Brighton.
Young man stranded on cliffs with tide coming in prompts emergency response
A young man was rescued yesterday, March 10, after becoming stranded on a cliff between Hastings and Fairlight, East Sussex, as the tide rushed in.
Man dies in serious crash which closed road
A man has died in a serious crash.
Hundreds of women to take part in annual sea swim
Hundreds of women are expected to take part in an annual sea swim.
Recap: Fatal crash closes road for hours
A serious crash has closed Pelham Drive in Crawley.









































