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Entrepreneurs Hopes Dragons Will Be Flush With Cash
The creators of the UK’s first women’s urinals are set to feature on Dragons’ Den with the hope of coming away with a wee investment..
Merz Vows To Press Ahead With Reforms After Historic State Election Defeat
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suffered a bruising electoral setback in two state elections on Sunday, including a historic defeat for his party, but vowed to press ahead with potentially painful reforms to Europe’s biggest economy..
Andy Burnham Congratulates Donald Trump And Mette Frederiksen On Greenland Deal
Andy Burnham has congratulated Denmark and the US on a deal to “strengthen security in the Arctic” after the two countries resolved a months-long diplomatic standoff over Greenland..
Lib Dems Press For 10p Fuel Duty Cut Until Christmas
Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey has urged Andy Burnham to cut fuel duty by 10p a litre at least until Christmas to ease cost-of-living pressures..
Lib Dem Economic Plan To Put UK At Heart Of Europe
Lib Dem treasury spokesperson Daisy Cooper will say the partnership with the EU will start to reverse the economic damage of Brexit.
Earl Spencer Accuses King Of Gaslighting Him After Response On Explosive Claims
The earl has made a series of damning claims about the King in a new memoir chronicling the life of his sister Diana that prompted the response from Buckingham Palace, which said “the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason”.
Ed Sheeran Contemplated Quitting Performing In Aftermath Of Macklemore Row
Support acts and the backing band for the star’s current The Loop tour dropped out of the remaining dates after the US rapper, real name Benjamin Haggerty, was removed from the line-up following comments about the conflict in Gaza.
Camilla Explores Transformative Power Of Reading In New BBC Documentary
The Queen will explore the “transformative power of reading” in a new BBC documentary..
National Taskforce Launched To Tackle Misogyny As Part Of VAWG Pledge
A national taskforce aimed at tackling misogyny across society has been launched by the Government..
Davey Says Lib Dems Wont Give Up Fight Against Nasty Populism
Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey said his party “won’t give up the fight” to defeat “nasty populism” as he issued a rallying call to members on the first day of the party’s annual conference..
New Scottish Labour Leader Marra Promises To Start Taking Action Now
New Scottish Labour leader Michael Marra has pledged to “start taking action now” to help his party win back the support of voters..
New Sighting Of Missing 13 Year Old Girl As Police Inquiry Continues
A new sighting has emerged of a 13-year-old girl who went missing from home just over a week ago..
Hundreds Evacuated From Folkestone Hotel After Fire
Emergency services were sent to the Grand Burstin Hotel in The Harbour, Folkestone, just after 1am on Saturday.
Protests Planned Outside Ed Sheerans Concert After Ticket Prices Drop
Pro-Palestine protests are planned outside the US stadium where Ed Sheeran is due to play today.
Earl Spencer Doubles Down On King Allegations As Fresh Claims Published
Fresh claims made by Earl Spencer have been published as he doubled down on his allegation the King said “we’ll forget her soon enough” after Diana, Princess of Wales died..
Trump Says Deal Made With Denmark To Bolster US Military Presence In Greenland
President Donald Trump said he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the US military presence in Greenland after months of threatening to take the island by force from the Nato ally..
Burnham Vows To Deepen Relationship With EU As He Hosts Irelands Martin
Andy Burnham has used a meeting with Irish counterpart Micheál Martin to push for deeper ties between the UK and the European Union..
Trent Alexander Arnold And Cole Palmer Recalled In Much Changed England Squad
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Cole Palmer made headline-grabbing England returns as Thomas Tuchel included Rio Ngumoha, Alex Scott and Jarrad Branthwaite in his first squad since the World Cup..
Committee Of MPs To Scrutinise UKs Dismal Record In Eurovision
The UK’s “dismal record” in the Eurovision Song Contest will be scrutinised by MPs after years of lacklustre results..
20 Women Unnecessarily Had Breasts Removed And Others Suffered Serious Harm
Twenty women have undergone unnecessary mastectomies at an NHS trust, while others suffered “excessive surgery” and were harmed..
Local News
Police investigating after cyclist reportedly threatened on seafront
The incident occurred in Marine Parade, Worthing, opposite the M&S Foodhall at about 12.25pm on September 16.
Coastguard responds to three seafront emergencies in under 12 hours
The first call came at 8.45pm after HM Coastguard teams from Hastings and Bexhill were alerted to a person in distress on St Leonards seafront.
Caitlin Moran and Adam Frost launch garden podcast Outsiding with celebrity guests
Caitlin Moran and Adam Frost make the perfect podcasting duo whose recently launched garden podcast Outsiding, filmed and recorded at Moran’s house in north London
Two men sought after high-value razor blade theft from supermarket
The incident occurred at the Asda supermarket in Crowhurst Road, Brighton, on September 4.
New route from Gatwick to 'bucket list' country announced
British Airways will begin operating flights from Gatwick to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar in Tanzania, starting in May 2027.
Live updates as disruption hits rail services towards London
A safety inspection of the track between Haywards Heath and Three Bridges is impacting services across Sussex.
Face coverings banned ahead of migrant camp protest
New policing powers will be in place for the planned protest and counter protest in Crowborough tomorrow (September 20).
Closure order for property after criminal and anti-social behaviour reports
Officers from the Hastings Neighbourhood Policing Team secured a three-month order for the property in Markwick Terrace, St Leonards, on September 16.
Wildlife trust 'does not endorse' marina's new dredge disposal plan
Premier Marinas announced plans to investigate the suitability of using a licensed marine disposal site off Newhaven on September 11
How to keep your garden full of colour as autumn approaches
It’s not going to be that long before I start taking the garden apart and sorting things out for winter.
'Charming' seaside town in Sussex named one of England's best places to move to
My Home Move Conveyancing has analysed 108 coastal towns across England and Wales and picked out the best ones to move to.
Forget dating apps – Try charming the Home Office over the phone
I’ve just tried blind speed-dating. Missed it in my twenties. Was too square, Writes Alistair McNair.
Green by-election candidate on why he should be councillor
Five candidates are standing in a by-election in Queen’s Park ward for a seat on Brighton and Hove City Council (BHCC) next Thursday (24 September).
Finding the right future for a much-loved Palmeira Square landmark
Few features in Brighton and Hove are as well known, or fondly remembered, as the Floral Clock in Palmeira Square.
Couple building magazine business launch pop-ups amid search for permanent store
A new business plans to open a magazine shop in the heart of Brighton.
Neighbours object to club's alcohol bid amid crime fears
Six neighbours have objected to an application for a drinks licence for the Valley Social Club in Brighton.
Complaints to councils hit record high
Complaints to Worthing and Adur councils have hit a record high, with changes to bin collections linked to the increase – and the suggestion that artificial intelligence may also be driving numbers up.
Drivers warned of road closures as major motorsport event returns
One of the world's best-known historic motorsport events is bringing thousands of visitors to the Goodwood Motor Circuit near Chichester this weekend.
Pub to close for six-figure transformation
The Station, in Goldstone Villas, will close on September 21 while work is carried out to transform the venue - with doors expected to re-open in October.
Inside new Harry Potter-themed shop in city centre
A new Harry Potter-themed shop has opened in Brighton’s North Laine ahead of the wizarding series’ new television adaptation later this year.









































