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Citizens Advice Giving Crisis Support Every 30 Seconds Ahead Of Bill Rises
Bills including council tax, water and telecoms go up in April.
UK Faces Weaker Economic Growth And Higher Inflation
That's according to the OECD.
Pharmacy Staff Facing Escalating Abuse From Patients Poll Finds
Pharmacy staff are facing “escalating abuse” from patients while at work, with reports of racism, verbal attacks and violence, a survey has found..
Lewis Hamilton Putting Absolutely Everything In Bid For Eighth World Title
The Ferrari driver is fourth in the 2026 F1 Championship.
Citizens Advice Giving Crisis Support Every 30 Seconds Ahead Of Bill Rises
Citizens Advice has warned it is already giving “crisis support” every 30 seconds ahead of household bills including council tax and water rising from April..
West Facing War On Two Fronts Starmer Warns At Defence Summit
Western nations are facing a “war on two fronts”, Sir Keir Starmer has warned, as he meets allies at a major European defence summit..
Two Men Arrested Over Golders Green Arson Attack Released On Bail Police Say
Two men who were arrested in connection with the arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in Golders Green have been released on bail, police said..
Whitehall To Cut Consultations That Slow Down Decision Making Ministers Say
Ministers have vowed to strip away “outdated regulations and overlapping consultations” in a bid to speed up decision-making in Whitehall..
Watchdog Probing Forces Handling Of Sex Abuse Reports Made Against Andrew Tate
The police watchdog is investigating a force’s handling of sexual abuse allegations made against influencer Andrew Tate..
Consumer Confidence Collapses As Middle East War Escalates
Consumer confidence has “collapsed” as the war in the Middle East raises fears of soaring inflation over the coming months, figures show..
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..
Local News
Man arrested following serious crash which killed a man
A man has been arrested following a crash which killed a man
Man named and charged after person 'stabbed' at pub
A man has been charged after a person reported being stabbed in Bognor
Time has run out to drill for oil in village as the bitter saga continues
Planning permission at the scene of bitter anti-fracking protests in Balcombe, West Sussex has run out
Community centre closed since 2020 will become a four-screen cinema
The Digital Picture House Limited has been selected by Mid Sussex District Council to run the new Clair Hall development in Haywards Heath
Man 'did not know what he was growing' after being found in cannabis-filled home
A man who was found hiding in the loft of a property full of cannabis plants has been jailed
More rain on the way with weather warning issued
Heavy rain could cause flooding and disruption in Sussex the Met Office has warned as it issued a yellow weather warning for rain.
Popular fashion favourite Topshop to return to Sussex town
Clothing brand Topshop is returning to Horsham on Tuesday February 17 as part of a revival by John Lewis
'High levels of interest anticipated' as 2 rare Banksy artworks to appear at auction
Two "rare" early Banksy spray painted artworks are going up for auction with Eastbourne Auctions later this month, Wrong War and Bomb Hugger
Pro Palestine group criticised for knocking on doors of residents
A pro-Palestine group has been criticised for knocking on people’s doors and encouraging them to boycott Israeli goods.
Hospice opens its largest superstore ever in town centre
The launch follows extensive redevelopment of the site and features furniture, fashion, bridalwear, bicycles and a repair shop for upcycling donated items
Beckham's son to perform in Brighton as part of his debut UK tour
Cruz Beckham has said he hopes to put a “smile on people’s faces” with his music, adding: “People need it right now.”
'Vanishingly rare' illustrations from classic children's book are rediscovered
Two original water colour illustrations from Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. that were long thought to be lost have been found
How storms have helped protect Sussex town's seafront from eroding
Work is being carried out to protect homes and businesses along Worthing seafront and in the town centre from coastal erosion
Rare creature described as 'Sussex tiger' could go extinct, says wildlife expert
The 'Sussex Tiger' sea trout, a rare giant fish found in Sussex, could be wiped out by housing plans that would hit its breeding streams
Major year-long works at motorway junction to begin this month
Work at the M23 Junction 10 in Crawley will begin on Monday, February 23 and is due to last for 12 months
Bar to be transformed by team behind one of town's most popular pubs
The team behind Worthing's New Amsterdam has taken over MacMillans bar
'Absolutely awful' plans for 65 homes on greenfield site spark hundreds of objections
"Absolutely awful" plans to build 65 homes on Sandrock Bends, a greenfield site in Hastings, East Sussex, have sparked almost 900 objections
Customers 'gutted' as beloved Indian restaurant to close after decades in business
Seaford’s Moon of India, on Sutton Park Road, will serve its last meals later this month. Manager Yasin confirmed the closure, ending the local favourite’s long run
Is this beachside house the most expensive rental property in Sussex?
The Gables at Seaside Place sits directly on Shoreham Beach and costs £12,250 a week for a short-term stay, the equivalent of £53,083 per month.
Scout leader with 'thing for young girls' caught in police sting
A scout leader has been jailed for a string of child sex offences after being caught in a police sting










































