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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..
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..
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..
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
Closure of day centre for vulnerable adults confirmed
Senior councillors have agreed to close Wellington House day centre, in Brighton, although no date has been set yet.
Body of man recovered from bottom of cliffs
Sussex Police confirmed that the body of a man had been recovered from the bottom of Seven Sisters cliffs near to Eastbourne on September 16.
Councillors approve studio extension
Rother councillors have approved plans to expand an artists’ studio in Bexhill.
Live updates as railway lines blocked after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Brighton and Worthing and all lines are currently blocked.
Asylum seeking families to be moved out of city hotel
A hotel housing asylum-seeking women and families will no longer be used for asylum accommodation, with residents due to be moved.
Council leaders back local plan consultation
Rother council leaders have backed a final round of public consultation on a new local plan.
Shop owner says 'red route' parking restrictions led to closure of his business
Amir Khan, director and co-owner of Taj the Grocer, spoke out as Brighton and Hove City Council cabinet members meet today to discuss introducing a red route on Western Road alongside planned road resurfacing.
Police appeal for information after charity box stolen from village pub
The theft was reported at The Gardeners Arms in Selsfield Road shortly after 3pm on September 4, Sussex Police said.
Police renew appeal after 74-year-old woman injured in e-scooter collision
The incident happened at about 10pm on July 15 in Chapel Road and involved an e-scooter carrying two men, Sussex Police said.
Man who groomed and repeatedly raped 14-year-old girl jailed
Mark Rowley, 52, of Anna Sewell Way, Chichester, sexually exploited the teenager between 2022 and 2024 after making her believe they were in a relationship.
Community groups invited to apply for grants worth up to £250,000
Community groups are invited to apply for funding aimed at bringing people together and strengthening local connections.
Residents relive the swinging sixties at Woodstock-inspired festival
A care home has taken a colourful trip back in time with Woodstock-themed festival.
Dragon boat race raises more than £35,000 for hospice care
A dragon boat race raised more than £35,000 for hospice care.
The Sussex charity helping people with lung conditions reclaim their confidence
A charity founded by a Sussex woman after being diagnosed with a chronic lung condition is supporting people across East Sussex
Owner's thanks to vets who saved pug's life
A pet owner whose pug Penny lived up to her name by swallowing loose change has praised the veterinary practice that saved her pooch's life.
Brighton named second-most expensive city for a night out - here's how much it costs
Brighton and Hove has been named the second most expensive city in UK for a night out
Plans outlined to turn major Sussex school site into housing
Church Barn Steyning Ltd is currently bringing forward proposals to develop the former Steyning Grammar School, on Church Street, Steyning, into a residential scheme
Shingle replenishment works to take place on Sussex beach this autumn
The project, which will be carried out by the Shoreham Port Authority, will transport shingle from the eastern most end of Shoreham Beach to Southwick beach.
Former gas site with redevelopment potential on sale for millions
The site, located on Finmere Street, Eastbourne, is being offered by property agents Carter Jonas, and measures more than 10 acres in total
Water company sorry for 'distress' after retired doctor slapped with £2,500 bill
Jonathan Simon is furious after receiving a projected £2.5k annual bill from Southern Water and has raised questions about the accuracy of information given to customers









































