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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
Artist’s work inspires romantic Valentine’s Day proposal
At a local art gallery in Chichester, a couple celebrated their engagement with a creative proposal inspired by Doug Hyde’s artwork, Love Found Us.
Storms, sore knees and small triumphs in the garden
The first two months of the year have been so wet and miserable that I’ve not really been able to spend time in the garden, writes Geoff Stonebanks.
MP praises independent retailer as the 'backbone of the high street'
On Friday, Jess Brown-Fuller MP visited Game, Set & Match, a long-established independent sports and school uniform specialist serving the Chichester community.
Young woman regains confidence after acne treatment
Experts in Skin & Hair is making expert dermatology more accessible for Brighton, Hove and Sussex residents
A turning point at last for Brighton’s overstretched A&E
It’s no secret that Brighton’s A&E department at the Royal Sussex has been under huge pressure for years, writes Chris Ward.
Autumn colours reflected in still waters at Sheffield Park
These images capture rich colours and calm beauty of autumn at Sheffield Park.
Volunteers and choir join forces for Mother’s Day celebration
Two local Portslade groups are joining forces to celebrate Mothers' Day.
Office building could be turned into flats
Plans to convert an office building in Portslade into flats are recommended for approval when they go before councillors next week.
Panto dame to complete half marathon in full costume
Brighton’s favourite Panto Dame, who takes to the stage every Christmas, is embarking on a different challenge - running Sunday's Brighton Half Marathon.
Bus driver and passenger celebrate 46 years of marriage
A chance bus encounter led to more than four decades of love
Doctor Who star announces concert date in Brighton
Peter Capaldi - whom you may know as Doctor Who or from In The Thick of It– is about to start a regional music tour of the UK.
Plans revealed for cemetery that will become full by 2028
A Crawley cemetery which will be full by 2028 is to be extended, once planning permission is received.
I tried the brunch at the Brighton Dome and it's worth a return trip
I have to say I’ve been a long-time fan of Redroaster over the years
Beautiful estate in Sussex village where Queen Camilla spent much of her childhood
Despite being born in London, Camilla was not only baptised in Sussex but spent much of her time in the county growing up at The Laines in Plumpton.
Major bridge upgrade in town's harbour is now up and running
The revamped tower and cabin at the Littlehampton Ferry Footbridge are now up and running, according to West Sussex County Council
Mum had part of her heart replaced after swimming in polluted sea
A woman became seriously ill and required open heart surgery after swimming in the sea
'Unforeseen' issues announced at development blighted by delays
Adur District Council's Albion Street development first ran into issues in 2023, when the developer delivering the project, Westridge Homes, collapsed
Ex-head chef at Michelin-starred restaurant to open eatery in coastal Sussex town
Dayashankar Sharma, former head chef at Michelin-starred Tamarind, is opening his new restaurant, BAUJI, located at 67 Rowlands Road, Worthing, on March 25
Staff not given their jobs back as castle café closes then reopens a month later
Staff who were made redundant when a café at Herstmonceux castle closed in January have not been given their jobs back, despite the café reopening
UK's largest bird of prey photographed in Sussex
A white-tailed eagle was spotted in West Sussex.










































