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Government Must Plan For Iran War To Continue For Some Time Starmer Says
Britain must be prepared for the Iran war to continue “for some time”, the Prime Minister has said..
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..
Local News
School place offers sent to families for September 2026
More than 83 per cent of families in Brighton and Hove have been offered their first preference school.
Woman said October 7 attacks on Israel were 'beautiful and inspiring', court told
A Palestinian activist from Brighton described the October 7 attacks on Israel as a “beautiful and inspiring victory”.
Sussex beach named best in the whole UK for a visit this spring
Cuckmere Haven in East Sussex, next to Seven Sisters cliffs in the South Downs National Park, is named as the best in the UK to visit this spring.
This Sussex location saw biggest rent increases of anywhere in the UK last year
Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, saw the biggest rent price increases of anywhere in the country last year, according to Lomond data.
Speeding lorry driver among those at Brighton Magistrates' Court
In the dock - A round-up of recent cases heard at Sussex (Central) Magistrates’ Court, sitting at Brighton Magistrates’ Court, 2026.
Entrepreneur in head-on holiday crash with taxi driver on cliff road
An award-winning entrepreneur has described the horrifying moment her car was in a head-on crash with a taxi while on holiday
Residents slam 'incompetent' council after getting dozens of the same letter
Brighton and Hove residents have received multiple garden waste collection fee letters from the council, despite having paid the fee already.
D-Day veteran who helped liberate Europe celebrates 103rd birthday
A Second World War veteran who helped liberate Europe following the D-Day landings has celebrated his 103rd birthday in Worthing.
Meet the rising comic making waves with podcast and tour success
Lee Peart is a brighton-based comedian, presenter, broadcaster and actor known for his sharp wit, infectious energy and camp charm.
Garden invites visitors to explore science and join a citizen science project
As part of British Science Week which takes place from March 6 to March 15, Wakehurst is encouraging visitors to contribute to the Trees for Bees project.
Businesswoman turns side hustle into luxury flower brand
This International Women’s Day, local entrepreneur Maria Del Mar Jones is proving that the path to success is rarely a straight line.
Award-winning comedian Ian Stone brings extended tour to the stage this winter
Due to overwhelming demand, Spirit of Fringe award-winning comedian Ian Stone is extending his UK tour into Autumn/Winter 2026
Low carbon energy hub opens to heat hundreds of new homes
Vistry Group is leading the project at The Gateway in Bexhill-on-Sea, where its Community Heat Hub will serve 800 of the 1,001 homes.
The Ivy Collection launches a new dining experience to mark Mothers Day
This Mother’s Day, The Ivy Collection invites guests to celebrate the most important women in their lives with an elegant dining experience.
Evening parking charges at council car parks in three towns to be scrapped
Evening parking charges for council-owned car parks in East Grinstead, Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath are to be dropped.
Plans for dozens of homes for village approved despite almost 150 objections
Chichester District Council has given the go-ahead for the scheme at land west of Cornwood in Kirdford.
Kebab shop fined after ingredients discovered by inspectors
Spice World in Crawley was found to have committed serious food safety breaches following a covert test purchase by West Sussex Trading Standards.
Beloved pub reopens under new management with 'fresh feel'
The Constant Service, a classic Hanover Harvey's pub reopened this weekend under the wing of Good Times Pubs and Bars.
Council no longer prosecuting man for ripping historic tiles off pub
Brighton and Hove City Council is no longer prosecuting a man for ripping green tiles off the Montreal Amrs.
The 'sweet' Sussex village with Tudor streets, smuggling links and secret tunnels
Just an hour from London is Mayfield, a village which was named one of the “sweetest” villages in Sussex by a Victorian poet.









































