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Aspiring First Time Buyers With Student Debt Face 2000 Annual Savings Gap
People who are saving up for a house deposit are putting aside around £2,000 per year less typically if they are still paying off a student loan, compared with those without education debts, according to research for a bank..
Report Highlights Economic Value Of Railway Stations
Railway stations could help to unlock one million jobs and deliver £79 billion in economic value by 2036, new research suggests..
Keir Starmer To Chair Cobra Meeting After Donald Trump Call On Iran Crisis
Sir Keir Starmer is set to convene an emergency Cobra meeting on Monday after a call with Donald Trump to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz..
Police Investigate Antisemitic Hate Crime After Ambulances Set Alight In London
Police are investigating an antisemitic hate crime after an apparent arson attack on four ambulances belonging to the Jewish Community Ambulance service in London, the Metropolitan Police said..
One In Four Donors Have Blood That Helps Critically Ill Newborn Babies
Around one in four donors in England have the blood needed to help critically-ill newborn babies, health officials have revealed..
Children On Social Media For Three Hours A Day More Likely To Develop Anxiety
Children who spend more than three hours a day on social media are more likely to develop mental health problems such as depression and anxiety as teenagers, according to research..
Newcastle Vow Action After Alleged Racist Abuse Halts Tyne Wear Derby
Newcastle have vowed to track down those responsible for discriminatory abuse aimed at Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida during Sunday’s Tyne-Wear derby..
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”..
Local News
New approach to gambling management agreed in Hastings
Councillors have agreed to an updated Gambling Statement of Principles and No Casino Resolution for Hastings.
Dazzling sunset paints Brighton in gold and pink
These images capture a sunset along Brighton beach, as the sky softened from gold to pink and the tide slipped gently across the sand.
More than 150 artists to feature in new gallery exhibition
Hastings Contemporary and Sussex Contemporary have announced the 152 selected artists for The Open: Odyssey, launching in March 2026.
Hastings Comedy Festival announces line-up for 2026
The Hastings Comedy Festival is excited to announce its 2026 line-up, with over 90 performances taking over venues across Hastings and St Leonards this June.
Southern Water launches its largest ever intake of graduates
Southern Water launches record graduate intake, offering over 50 roles in digital, AI, operations and asset management across the South East. Graduate schemes.
School offer day: All 8,906 applicants in West Sussex offered a place
West Sussex County Council worked with schools to ensure that every child who applied for a secondary school place this year has been offered one.
University developing partnerships in Singapore and Malaysia
A recent Singapore visit has boosted international collaboration for University of Chichester.
Twenty-four Wealden hospitality venues back Sussex food
Wealden shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés and caterers have come out in support of local Sussex food and drink producers.
Man teams up with charity to run 75 miles for children to attend school
Following recent treatment for prostate cancer, Melvyn Walmsley (75) began his challenge to run 75 miles for the children’s charity Lovey Foundation (UK).
500 Girlguiding members celebrate World Thinking Day
Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers from Sussex Central County marked 100 years of World Thinking Day at Tanbridge House School in Horsham.
Act now to avoid missing postal vote and ID deadlines
Adur & Worthing Councils are urging residents to act now to avoid missing the deadline to register for postal voting or a voter authority certificate.
MP wins free Bayeux Tapestry tickets for pupils
Hastings MP Helena Dollimore secures local schoolchildren in Hastings and 1066 Country free priority tickets for the Bayeux Tapestry.
Five great value restaurant deals in Brighton and Worthing
Discover the best value lunch deals in Brighton and Worthing.
Free event to mark International Women's Day to be held in city
The Network of International Women for Brighton and hove are hosting a community event celebrating International Women’s Day 2026.
Office space in prime town centre location to let
CBRE and SHW are marketing newly refurbished Grade A office space at Bostel House, Brighton city centre.
Care home where staff 'go above and beyond their role' earns national recognition
Exceptional care has earned a Sussex care home national recognition.
Irish comedian Jason Byrne announces new UK tour
Jason Byrne is marking 30 years in comedy with a brand new UK tour with Brighton date.
Sussex businesses combine to transform plastic waste into new tech products
Eastbourne’s goplasticpallets.com and Brighton’s gomi are upcycling plastic pallets into eco-friendly speakers and chargers.
Community call leads to rescue and specialist surgery for fox
On Tuesday February 17, rescuers from East Sussex WRAS were called to a severely manged fox trapped in a basement beneath a residential property.
Young pupils quiz their MP during lively school careers day
Nusrat Ghani MP visited Cross In Hand CofE Primary, answering Year 2 pupils’ questions on politics and inspiring careers during school careers day.









































