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Resident Doctors Announce Strikes Just After Easter Break
Resident doctors in England are to strike for six days in the ongoing row over jobs and pay, the British Medical Association (BMA) announced..
First Music Roster For Disabled Artists Aims To Stop Infantilisation
A new music roster for disabled artists has been launched to help ensure musicians are recognised as professionals and tackle “infantilisation” in the industry..
Olivia Dean Lily Allen And CMAT Among Artists Nominated For The Ivors
Olivia Dean, Lily Allen and CMAT are among the artists nominated for awards which celebrate songwriting..
Luke Littler Helps England Squad Hit Target In Darts Tournament
Luke Littler was happy to teach the England squad how to hit the target as he hosted a darts tournament at St George’s Park..
Teenager Who Recorded Fatal Hammer Attack On Mother Jailed For Murder
A teenager who murdered his mother with a hammer and recorded his attack on a dictaphone has been jailed for a minimum of 22 years and six months..
First Woman Archbishop Of Canterbury Vows To Create Space Amid Difference
The first female Archbishop of Canterbury has pledged to “create a space where there is difference” as she acknowledged there is not universal support for women bishops..
Two Men Arrested Over Golders Green Ambulances Arson Attack
Two men have been arrested in connection with the Golders Green arson attack on Jewish community ambulances, police said..
UK Inflation Remains Steady Prior To Impact Of Iran Conflict
UK inflation flatlined at 3% last month prior to the impact of the Iran war, according to official figures..
Glasgow Central Station Fully Reopens More Than A Fortnight After Nearby Fire
All platforms at Glasgow Central have fully reopened more than two weeks after a fire in a nearby building led to the station’s closure for several days..
Beloved Childrens Animated Series Mr Benn To Be Adapted Into A Live Action Film
The beloved children’s animated series Mr Benn will be adapted into a live action film..
NHS Missed Earlier Opportunity To Raise Alarm About Kent Meningitis Outbreak
East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust missed an earlier opportunity to alert the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) of the meningitis outbreak in Kent, it has been reported..
Strikes Hit Iran As Tehran Targets Israel And Gulf States
Air strikes have battered Iran’s capital and Iranian missiles and drones targeted Israel’s Tel Aviv and sites across the Middle East, even as President Donald Trump said the US was in talks with the Islamic Republic to end the war..
Mohamed Salah To Leave Liverpool At End Of Season After Illustrious Career
Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of this season, the Premier League club has announced..
Family Of Police Officer Who Died After Crash In Kent Say They Are Broken
The family of a police officer who died after a car crash in Kent while responding to an “immediate call” say they are “broken and will probably never recover”..
Adolescence Leads Bafta TV Nominations With 11 Nods
Hit Netflix drama Adolescence leads the way at this year’s Bafta TV awards with 11 nominations, with further accolades for Stephen Graham as Disney+ series A Thousand Blows has seven nominations..
World Championship To Stay At Crucible Until 2045 After 45m Revamp Deal Struck
Snooker’s World Championship will stay at the Crucible after a landmark deal was struck between World Snooker Tour and Sheffield City Council..
Posties Told To Leave Hospital Letters In Racks To Prioritise Parcels Union
The postal service has become “chaotic” with Royal Mail workers being told to leave doctors’ and hospital letters on racks to prioritise parcels, trade union bosses have warned..
Girlguiding Tells Trans Girls They Must Leave By Early September
Transgender girls must leave Girlguiding by early September, the organisation has told its members..
Married At First Sight Coach Mel Schilling Dies Aged 54 Surrounded By Love
Married At First Sight relationship coach Mel Schilling has died aged 54, weeks after announcing that doctors could no longer treat her cancer..
Rachel Reeves Warns Of Significant Economic Challenges From Iran War
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has said the economic challenges from the Iran war may be “significant” and contingency planning is under way for energy bill support “for those who need it most”..
Local News
Council seeks major investment to drive net zero energy plans
This week, Brighton and Hove City Council has begun engaging with potential investors and delivery partners to shape the future of energy in the city.
MP calls for bus improvements after packed public meeting
Hundreds of residents from across Hastings, Rye and the villages came along to local MP Helena Dollimore’s meeting on bus services.
Olympian's visit inspires pupils to 'work hard' and be like her
Pupils at West Blatchington Primary and Nursery School in Brighton were recently visited by Olympic badminton star, Heather Olver.
Fairer system for allocating council housing is introduced
Cabinet councillors approved a new system for allocating council homes to residents on the housing register.
Community grant scheme delivers nearly £900,000 in funding
Mid Sussex District Council is marking a decade of community grant funding for important local projects.
Youth club opens offering games, support and safe space
The Dock Youth Club opened its doors for the very first time last month at the Church of the Good Shepherd Hall on Shoreham Beach.
Students praised after finishing firefighter-led IGNITE course
Twelve young people are celebrating after completing a course designed to build confidence and life skills.
Pastel skies and oyster catchers mark serene sunset scene
Images capture a peaceful sunset at West Beach in Littlehampton, where soft pastel skies and rolling waves create a gentle end-of-day atmosphere.
University academic named president of national science body
Dr Sarah Pitt has been formally inaugurated as President of the Institute of Biomedical Science.
New business group launched to give employers a voice in Parliament
The club is designed as a practical forum for businesses to share challenges and provide real-world insight to their MP.
Council launches new review to fight inequality
The review, agreed by the council in October 2025, will examine why residents continue to face unfair barriers despite the city's overall progress.
New 11,000 sq ft charity superstore to open at garden centre
The 11,000 square foot superstore will be located at the Camelia Botnar Garden Centre, near Cowfold, and will open on February 21
Green light given for long-awaited community pump track
Plans for a new pump track in Petworth have moved another step forward after planning permission was granted last month.
'World's biggest classical artist' to visit Brighton on UK tour
Jenkins holds the title of the world’s most successful classical singer, with a record 14 number-one classical albums
Unlicenced private hire driver banned from the roads
A private hire driver from Burgess Hill, West Sussex, has been disqualified for six months after operating without a valid licence
Residents celebrate end of shop's 'monopoly' on town as Aldi store approved
The discount supermarket will be built on the Jempson's Trading Estate, in Winchelsea Road
Drivers and public split over council plans to introduce CCTV in taxis
Arun District Council could be moving forward with plans to require the cameras in vehicles
MP calls for hospital site to be used for affordable housing and slams delays
Plans transform Brighton General Hospital that is “no longer fit for the future” has been stalled for too long, an MP has said
Council addresses future of beloved landmark building which is at risk
Hastings Borough Council has issued a statement on the future of St Mary in the Castle, a notable landmark in the town centre near the beach
High street coffee shop to offer free toilet facilities without purchase
A town centre coffee shop will allow public toilet access, despite a growing trend prohibiting non-customers using facilities










































