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Trainspotting The Musical To Make West End Debut This Summer
Trainspotting: The Musical, adapted from the best-selling novel by Irvine Welsh, will make its West End debut this summer, it has been announced..
Vets To Be Legally Required To Publish Price Lists And Cap Prescription Fees
Vets will be legally bound to prescription fee caps and publishing price lists among new measures which will start coming into force later this year, the competition watchdog has announced..
UK Urgently Needs More Domestic Oil And Gas From North Sea Trade Body Says
The UK “urgently” needs to produce more domestic oil and gas from the North Sea, an industry body has claimed..
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..
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..
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..
Local News
Closures to take place at major crossroads
The Buck Barn crossroads, which intersects the A24 Worthing Road with the A272, will partially shut overnight between 8pm and 6.30am on March 3.
Alleged pro-Palestine protester from Sussex among four to deny £1.2m factory damage
Bea Sherman, 23, from Hassocks, West Sussex, is among four individuals accused of breaking into the Moog Aircraft Group base in Pendeford.
Police issue update on man who set himself on fire
A condition update has been issued for a man who set himself on fire in St Leonards.
Public toilet tax plans and city centre roadworks slammed by councillors
Independent councillors criticised the council’s proposed toilet tax on the seafront and roadworks in front of the Palace Pier where the Aquarium roundabout is being removed as the budget was set.
Councillors promise to listen to residents over day centre closure plans
Leading councillors in Brighton have promised to listen to families during a consultation as the council looks to save money by closing a day centre for adults with learning disabilities.
Man arrested over social media post calling for Jewish businesses to be targeted
A man has been arrested in East Sussex after a social media post called for Jewish businesses to be “targeted with stink bombs”.
Road cordoned off after police officers attacked by man
Police officers were attacked by a man in West Sussex causing a road to be cordoned off for hours.
School vows to keep improving as disadvantaged students face challenges
The report in Hastings Academy, published on Tuesday, February 10, showed overall pupil achievement as needing improvement.
MP accuses council of cutting roads budget despite funding
Local MP Helena Dollimore has demanded action from East Sussex County Council to address the pothole plague facing Hastings, Rye and the villages.
Two places in Sussex ranked among UK’s most nostalgic spots
Brighton came second on the list of the top seaside towns to visit for the perfect nostalgic day
We had a team outing to one of the UK's top escape rooms and stole a diamond
Normally at The Argus we're used to writing about crimes, not committing them - but then we stole a diamond as part of the Loot the Lanes escape room experience
Data reveals drastic change in number of migrants housed in Brighton hotels
Brighton & Hove have had the second highest percentage decrease of migrants housed in hotels in the UK
I went to a Cuban dance party and got taught a spicy lesson
Argus reporter Charles Pring tries his two left at Cuban dancing for Pring It On!, at the Ropetackle arts centre in Shoreham, West Sussex
Countryside cafe in Sussex serving 'authentic Italian food' named among UK's best
OpenTable has shared its list of the Top 100 Brunch and Lunch Restaurants for 2026 and a 'gem' in Sussex was recognised.
Plans to demolish and rebuild 'inefficient and expensive' school with 200 homes
Plans have been submitted to replace LVS Hassocks, a specialist autism school in Sayers Common, with a new purpose-built campus
Burglar smashed into shopping arcade with stolen car in 'shocking incident'
A burglar smashed into a shopping arcade in Bognor Regis with a stolen car.
More than 100 people who died without a will revealed - could their estate be yours?
More than one hundred people from East Sussex who died without a will have been named on a list of unclaimed estates
Japanese-inspired bar bringing delectable cocktails and unique atmosphere to the city
Blossoms, a Japanese-inspired cocktail bar in Brighton’s Lanes is building a reputation for inventive drinks, slow dining and a strong community spirit
Parents battle proposed closure of 'oldest school in the city'
Parents are battling the proposed closure of an “invaluable” primary school
Woman 'devastated' to find out huge wind farm cable will be built under her land
A woman was left “devastated” after finding out a wind farm cable route is proposed to run under her land










































