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Just 14 Of Englands Rivers Lakes And Coastal Waters In Good Ecological Health
Just 14% of England’s rivers, lakes and coastal waters are in good ecological health, a new assessment reveals..
Gianni Infantino Retains FIFA Boards Support After Crisis Meeting In Morocco
Gianni Infantino has the “full support” of FIFA’s management board despite being forced to abandon his plan to sell stakes in a company to run the World Cup to private investors..
Experts Warn That Water Scarcity May Continue Despite Flood Alerts
Heavy rain which could cause flooding in parts of Scotland is unlikely to provide the relief that is needed after exceptionally dry weather, experts have warned..
Mohamed Salah Arrives In Istanbul Wearing Trabzonspor Shirt To Finalise Move
Mohamed Salah has arrived in Istanbul wearing a Trabzonspor shirt to finalise a move to the Turkish Super Lig side..
TV Dog Trainer Graeme Hall Joins Strictly Come Dancing I Cant Wait
TV presenter and dog trainer Graeme Hall is the latest contestant to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing, and said: “I can’t wait to get started.”.
Ryanair Passenger Numbers Reach New High
Ryanair’s monthly passenger numbers reached an all-time high of more than 22 million in July..
No Disciplinary Proceedings Against Police Officer Who Shot Chris Kaba
The police marksman who shot Chris Kaba will not face disciplinary proceedings, a watchdog has confirmed..
Woman Arrested After Four Men Stabbed In Covent Garden
A woman has been arrested after four men were stabbed in Covent Garden in central London, police said..
Man Charged In Connection With Death Of Nine Year Old Girl
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a nine-year-old child in Arbroath..
Body Recovered In Search For Boy 13 In Sea Off East Yorkshire Coast
A body has been recovered in the search for a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty in the sea off the East Yorkshire coast, police have said..
Storm Could Cause Flooding In Scotland While South East Cries Out For Rain
Thundery showers are set to batter parts of the country and a handful of flood alerts are in place in Scotland – while central and southern England are likely to miss out on most of the much-needed rain..
Paris Hilton Shares Traumatising Effect Of Finding Fame At Early Age
Paris Hilton has admitted her experience finding fame at an early age was “traumatising sometimes”..
Single Sex Spaces Code Comes In Force More Than Year After Supreme Court Ruling
Guidance on use of toilets and changing rooms as single-sex spaces comes into force on Wednesday, almost a year-and-a-half after the landmark Supreme Court ruling on biological sex..
Police Federation Threatens Legal Action Over Early Release Of Pc Harpers Killers
A Police Federation chief has threatened to take the Government to court to stop Pc Andrew Harper’s killers being released from prison early..
Burnham Not Considering Public Inquiry Into Epsteins UK Activities
Andy Burnham is not actively considering a public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein despite claims the Government was “looking into” holding one, it is understood..
Victims Minister Says PM Looking Into Possible Epstein Inquiry
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is “looking into” a possible public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, the victims minister has said..
Cate Blanchett Praises William For Being Extraordinary Climate Leader
Academy award-winning actress Cate Blanchett has praised the Prince of Wales for being an “extraordinary” climate leader..
Lionel Messi Donates Money To Rebuild Area Affected By Madrid Wildfires
Lionel Messi has donated money to help restore an area outside Madrid that has been affected by wildfires..
Boyzlife Announce Spring 2027 UK Tour
Boyzlife will perform a mix of Boyzone and Westlife’s classic songs and some of their own original music when they tour the UK in May 2027..
Ariana Grande Decision To Step Back From Spotlight Not An Impulsive Thing
Ariana Grande has said her decision to take a break from the spotlight was “not a reactive or impulsive thing” and has been planned for a long time..
Local News
Teenager was murdered on train station platform over £20 drug debt, court rules
The boy, who cannot be identified, stabbed 16-year-old Joshua Ingram to death at Seaford railway station in East Sussex on September 10, 2025. A jury found him guilty of murder. He now faces life in prison.
Full police statement after reported rape on beach
Sussex Police are investigating a reported rape on Brighton beach.
Southend Farm launches Fire & Feast family monthly event
West Sussex farm estate opens doors to new Montana-themed smokehouse feast.
Recap: police respond to report of rape on Brighton beach
Around eight officers responded to the incident on Brighton beach. Sussex Police have since confirmed they are investigating a report of rape.
Residents angry over plans for office block next door
Plans to build new offices on Davigdor Road in Hove have sparked anger among residents .
Charity voyage brings Pudsey Bear to the south coast this week
Pudsey Bear is setting sail on a charity voyage around the UK with a special stop planned for Brighton.
MP welcomes plans to tackle England's adult social care crisis
Chris Ward MP has welcomed new plans to reform England’s adult social care system.
Rising basketball star balances professional sport with university
A rising basketball player, Alfie Price, is making waves both on and off the court.
Woman to swim the English Channel in memory of her partner
A woman is preparing to swim the English Channel as part of relay team.
Endurance runner completes 700km challenge across railway network
An endurance runner has become the first person believed to have completed 700km run across the Thameslink railway network.
New fantasy novel follows veteran of three apocalypses
A new fantasy adventure novel penned by Brighton stand-up comic has been released.
Choir on tour brings reimagining of classic album to the south coast
A night of music and celebration with deep roots is coming to south coast.
Developer ordered to removed car park built without planning permission
Chichester District Council will consider legal action if a car park built without planning permission is not removed within two months.
More than 800 acres of Sussex farmland listed for sale for almost £10m
Located near Billingshurst, the estate features Home Farm and Fold Farm—both livestock and arable operations—with a mix of pasture, arable fields, and mature woodland.
Road blighted by landslide to shut again - this is when
The A29 Church Hill in Pulborough will close again on August 10 to allow West Sussex County Council's contractor Telent to carry out lighting maintenance works.
'One of Sussex's best pubs' re-listed for sale
The Jenny Lind, located at 69 High Street in Hastings, is on the market for £900,000.
Work begins to restore cast iron seafront railings
A 300-metre stretch of Hove seafront railings is set to be restored as part of council maintenance scheme.
Museum staff end long-running pay dispute with trust
Workers in Brighton have accepted a pay deal from the Brighton Pavilion and Museums Trust.
Images show parched Sussex landscapes following driest July on record
Photos taken along Littlehampton seafront, at Broadwater Green and Broadwater Cemetery in Worthing, and at Hill Barn Golf Course, show the effects of the recent period of hot, dry weather.
'Brighton should be proud of iconic structure' says owner at i360 birthday party
The people of Brighton should be "proud of this iconic structure" says the owner of the i360, as the distinctive tower marked 10 years on the seafront.









































