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June Temperature Record Broken As UK Swelters In Exceptional Heat
Wednesday was the UK’s hottest June day on record, with a provisional temperature of 35.7C breaking the previous record from the summer of 1976..
Notts Maternity Mothers And Babies Died Or Suffered Avoidable Harm
Hundreds of mothers and babies suffered potentially avoidable harm or died due to “longstanding and deeply embedded systemic failures” at a hospital trust.
Darren Jones Urges Andy Burnham To Set Out Plans As He Rules Out Leadership Bid
Senior minister Darren Jones has urged Andy Burnham to set out more of his economic policies after ruling himself out of the race for the Labour leadership..
Committee Calls On Lacklustre Government To Clarify National Security Plans
The Government has been accused of failing to provide clarity on its national security strategy and defence spending amid concern the UK is “falling behind” its allies at a crucial time..
Baby Deaths Largest Maternity Review In History Of NHS To Be Published
The largest maternity review in the history of the NHS is due to be published, detailing how widespread failings led to the deaths of babies and caused avoidable harm..
Its So Lifelike Says Lando Norris As F1 Driver Views Madame Tussauds Figure
Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris raced into Madame Tussauds London to see his waxwork ahead of the upcoming British Grand Prix at Silverstone..
England Held To Goalless Draw By Ghana
Turgid Boston stalemate leaves the Three Lions top of Group L.
England Held To Goal Less Draw By Ghana
Turgid Boston stalemate leaves the Three Lions top of Group L.
Extreme Weather Causes Major Travel Disruption As Temperature Could Near 40C
Extreme weather has started to cause major disruption to the travel network as scores of schools have announced they will close for the next few days with temperatures expected to hit record highs..
Former SNP Chief Executive Peter Murrell Jailed For More Than Five Years
Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the SNP who embezzled more than £400,000 from the party, has been jailed for more than five years..
Algeria Come From Behind To Beat Jordan
Nadhir Benobuali and Amine Gouiri scored in the 2-1 win for Algeria.
Drivers Told Not To Use A Smartwatch Behind The Wheel
Drivers are being urged not to use smartwatches behind the wheel, with legislation covering the gadgets described as “unclear”..
Quarter Of Families Have No Summer Holiday Planned Survey
Rising costs have been blamed after a survey suggested more than a quarter (27%) of UK families do not have a summer holiday booked..
Britain To Have Surplus Of Energy For Winter Despite Iran War Forecasts Show
Britain has more than enough electricity supply to meet demand through the winter months, despite households facing higher bills following the Iran war, according to the energy system operator..
Billy Gilmour Grateful For Support Of Scotland Players And Fans After Injury
Billy Gilmour admits the support of his Scotland team-mates and fans has been the ideal consolation to missing out on the World Cup..
Bukayo Saka Involved As Full England Squad Trains Ahead Of Ghana Game
Bukayo Saka and the rest of England’s World Cup squad all trained on Monday ahead of the match against Ghana..
Burnham Could Be PM Within Weeks As Starmer Quits After Losing Support Of MPs
Andy Burnham has been sworn in as the Labour MP for Makerfield following last week’s by-election..
Sir Keir Starmer Resigns As Prime Minister With Andy Burnham Poised To Take Over
Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will resign as Prime Minister less than two years after coming to power..
Landlords Who Refuse To Fix Dangerous Problems Face Fines Of Up To 7000
Landlords in England who fail to fix dangerous problems such as damp and mould now face fines of up to £7,000..
Tui Among Worst Airlines For UK Flight Delays
Tui Airways has been ranked among the worst airlines for UK flight punctuality, with one route having an average delay of more than three quarters of an hour..
Local News
Police 'will not tolerate theft or violence' after man jailed for shop knife robbery
Daniel Bowler, 38, of no fixed address, was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on June 9 after robbing a Tesco Express on Jubilee Street.
Recap after crash between lorry and car closes main road
A serious crash involving a car, a lorry, and a pedestrian has occurred on the A280 Long Furlong.
Appeal for information after woman seriously injured by falling tyre
The collision took place on June 5 at around 1.30 pm in Barnham Road, Eastergate, north of Bognor Regis.
Three more arrested after reported firearm incident that led to police chase
Officers were called to reports of a disturbance in Sidley Green, Bexhill, at around 11.50pm on June 8.
Co-op unveils initiative to tackle food waste and save money
Co-op is launching a scheme to help tackle food waste and support healthier eating.
Hidden Regency garden to host charity bake sale fundraiser
A hidden Regency garden in Brighton is opening its gates for a community fundraiser.
Marketing founder recognised with national business honour
A Worthing business leader has been recognised on the national stage.
'Deeply alarming' research shows toxic chemicals are contaminating wild birds
Toxic chemicals from everyday pet flea treatments are contaminating wild birds across the UK, new research has revealed
Care home rating downgraded as staff raise 'bullying' concerns
A CQC assessment of Burleys Wood in Furnace Green, downgraded the Shaw Healthcare care home's rating from 'good' to 'requires improvement.'
Playgroup saved from closure after community rallies
Windmills Opportunity Playgroup announced its closure in April after failing to recruit new trustees and being forced to to relocate to St John's Pavilion.
How many times did Southern Water release raw sewage last year?
Southern Water released raw sewage into UK waterways more than 15,000 times in a single year
'Exceptional' B&B with perfect review rating named among UK's 'best of the best'
It comes as travel guidance platform Tripadvisor has revealed the winners of its annual Travellers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels for 2026.
Plans for holiday park with 900 caravans to expand draws 89 objections
Plans for a holiday park that has over 900 caravans to expand have drawn 89 objections
Clothing brand has plans for 'jarring' shopfront signage rejected
AllSaints, a popular clothing brand, attempted to install jarring shopfront signage in East Street in The Lanes in Brighton, but has been rejected.
Listed building and post-medieval farm may become more than 100 homes and shops
A historic listed building on a site where a post-medieval farm once existed could be demolished as part of plans for 125 homes
'The best bakers around' to close after decades in business
Hobden's Bakery, located at 57 Teville Road, in Worthing, will cease trading on July 4, after owner Tim Brosnan decided to retire
Discovery of unusual bird's nest causes construction work to halt
A nesting oystercatcher has brought building work at a wine warehouse to a temporary halt
Pair of very rare birds of prey discovered nesting in a Sussex forest
One of the rarest breeding birds in the UK has gained national attention by mating and laying eggs in a Sussex forest
Everything we know ahead of anti-immigration and counter protest in city
On Saturday, June 13, anti-immigration group South East Patriots are planning to host a march through Brighton city centre
Pier recently forced into liquidation is 'open for business' says entrepreneur
An entrepreneur has said it is "full steam ahead" for a busy summer season on a Sussex pier - despite the company behind it being forced into liquidation










































