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Trump Raises Hopes For War To Wind Down But No Sign Of Reduced Fighting
Hopes rose that the Iran war could begin winding down as US President Donald Trump claimed that his government was holding productive talks with Tehran, but fighting showed no signs of slowing and Iran denied there were talks..
Dying Patients Face Postcode Lottery As Care Undervalued
People who are dying face a “postcode lottery” of care in their most vulnerable moments, MPs have said..
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..
Local News
Council seeks developer for major cultural hub scheme
Mid Sussex District Council are searching for a Development Partner to help deliver its plans for the redevelopment of the Clair Hall site in Haywards Heath.
Mayoral charity auction of artworks on display at shopping centre
Haywards Heath is set to be transformed into a vibrant art trail this March as a silent auction in support of the Mayor’s Charity of the Year.
Lowest council tax in Sussex maintained in new budget plans
Horsham District Council has balanced its budget for the 2026/27 financial year whilst securing the lowest Council Tax rate in Sussex.
Sussex councils confirm plans for tax increase
Residents across Sussex face a proposed council tax rise for the year 2026/27.
Preschool backs conservation drive with hedgehog project
To combat the significant decline in hedgehogs across the UK, David Wilson Homes has donated 30 hedgehog habitats to Potters House Preschool.
Open-air cinema trail to bring moving images to town
Three evenings of outdoor film screenings will transform Shoreham’s streets and public spaces into a night-time moving image experience.
MP calls for hobby hubs to tackle loneliness crisis
Liberal Democrat MP has called for “hobby hubs” to be set up in the Lewes constituency.
Award success for Sussex firm ahead of 20th anniversary
A Sussex-based wellness specialist is celebrating national recognition as it approaches a major business milestone.
Council's new reading charter launches to benefit thousands of families
Brighton and Hove City Council has launched a new Reading Charter to support a culture of reading for pleasure in schools.
South Downs business named among luxury brands of tomorrow
Artelium Wine Estate, the artisanal English winery located in the South Downs, has been named one of the prestigious Brands of Tomorrow 2026 by Walpole.
New business forum brings together 60 company leaders
Horsham District Council hosted its first Business Leaders Forum event at the Roffey Park Institute on February 24.
Landscape artist auctions paintings to support Ukraine
Grant Delonge, from Plumpton, Sussex, is auctioning five of his original landscape paintings to raise funds in support of Ukraine.
New plan could transform education for children with special needs
Last week saw the release of a consultation on a new government policy to reform the way that children who have special educational needs will access that support.
Sussex MP concerned over handling of local elections
Jess Brown-Fuller MP has raised concerns about the previous postponement of local elections in West Sussex.
MP presses government over military site housing asylum seekers
Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, continues to make representations to Ministers regarding the situation at Crowborough Training Camp.
Aldridge Education School defibrillators join national emergency network
Every school in the Aldridge Education family, including across Brighton, has now registered their defibrillators (AEDs) on The Circuit.
Man, 89, remains in hospital with 'significant' injuries following serious crash
An 89-year-old man remains in hospital with significant injuries following a serious collision.
Updates as crash on A259 causes severe A27 delays
A crash on the A259 at Pevensey is causing severe delays on the A27.
Teenager arrested after man stabbed in park
A teenager has been arrested after a man was stabbed in a park.
'Once proud' seafront hotel 'now fighting for survival' to appear on TV show
The Navigator Hotel in Bognor Regis will feature on Channel 5's The Hotel Inspector on Thursday, March 5, at 9pm.









































