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Business Must Be At Heart Of Burnhams Devolution Plans Warns BCC
Businesses must be “at the heart” of the Prime Minister’s plans for devolution in next month’s Budget, the British Chambers of Commerce has urged..
Specialist Rape Courts To Be Rolled Out Across England And Wales Says Burnham
Specialist courts to deal with rape and sexual offences will be rolled out across England and Wales, Andy Burnham has announced..
I Will Reflect Martin ONeill Considering Future At Celtic After Old Firm Loss
Martin O’Neill will take stock as his future as Celtic boss came under further scrutiny following a 1-0 defeat by Rangers at Parkhead..
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..
Local News
Major overnight road closures on A23 and A27 set to cause disruption for two months
Major disruption is set for A23 and A27 due to junction realignment works.
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.
Police investigating reports of man exposing himself to women in park
A man is reported to have exposed himself to women in Stanmer Park.
Community invited to picnic meeting over future of treasured meadows
A meeting will be held to discuss protecting Ifield Brook Meadows.
Major retailer set to open huge new store at shopping centre
Japanese fashion giant Uniqlo has submitted plans open at Brighton's Churchill Square shopping centre, its first store in the city.
Garden centre looking for Santa to bring Christmas magic to children
A candidate is being sought for very special role this festive season.
Council to launch final consultation on local plan
Wealden councillors have agreed to move ahead with the final round of public consultation on a new local plan.
Man posed as food delivery rider while selling class A drugs
A man posing as a food delivery rider has pleaded guilty to drug offences after being caught with Class A and B drugs in Hove.
Princess Diana drove to Sussex while 'contemplating ending it all' says Earl Spencer
Princess Diana was said to have driven to Beachy Head on more than one occasion while "contemplating ending it all," according to claims made by her brother.
House severely damaged in a fire
A house in Goring was badly damaged after a fire started in its garage and spread through the property.
Prolific shoplifter banned from Co-op stores and is first to be fitted with GPS tag
A prolific shoplifter has become the first offender in West Sussex to be fitted with a GPS "Buddi tag" as part of efforts to prevent further crime.
Person pronounced dead after being hit by train
Person pronounced dead after being hit by train at Southwick Station.
Town centre to be transformed by immersive mirror installation
An immersive mirror installation is set to transform a town centre into glowing gallery.
Brighton Dome to explore over 200 years of working life at free heritage event
Brighton Dome is set to celebrate Heritage Open Day with variety of free activities.
The end of outdated roaming: why travellers choose travel eSIM
On a modern trip, your smartphone handles almost everything — from boarding passes and navigation to booking a taxi or finding somewhere to stay.
Martin Lewis issues Christmas warning and flags the gift you should think twice about
Giving cash or transferring money into someone’s bank account may be a safer alternative, according to Mr Lewis.
How the debate unfolded in the decision to approve controversial new red route
The Western Road red route decision came before Brighton and Hove City Council’s cabinet today (Thursday 17 September) because traders and residents threatened to take the council to court.
Controversial red route gets the green light
Senior councillors approved a new red route today (Thursday 17 September) for one of the busiest shopping streets in Brighton and Hove while facing the threat of legal action from fearful traders.
How universities in Sussex ranked in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027
The University of Sussex has been named the highest-ranked university in Sussex in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027, retaining its position ahead of University of Chichester and University of Brighton.
Building owner says asbestos tiles are being handled properly after inspectors visit
A building owner says roof tiles containing asbestos are being properly handled after concerns raised by neighbours led to a site inspection.









































