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Keir Starmer Warns Against Forgetting Threat Of Russia Amid Iran Conflict
Britain and its allies cannot forget about the threat Russia poses amid the war in the Middle East, Sir Keir Starmer has said..
UK Gets Biggest Cut To Growth Outlook This Year Among Worlds Major Economies
The UK is facing the biggest hit to economic growth out of the world’s most advanced economies because of a spike in energy prices caused by war in the Middle East, new forecasts show..
Olympics Announces Ban On Transgender Women In Female Competition
The International Olympic Committee has announced that transgender women will be banned from competing as females from the 2028 Games..
Mohamed Salah Tipped To Join Top European Club
The 33-year-old announced earlier this week that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.
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Ministers have vowed to strip away “outdated regulations and overlapping consultations” in a bid to speed up decision-making in Whitehall..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..
Local News
Major 200-home development prepares to open show home
A major new housing development in Battle is set to launch its show home later this month.
New high street store to bring jobs and fresh shopping options
The Works has announced it will open a store in Burgess Hill, creating seven new jobs.
MP urges better end-of-life care and round-the-clock advice
John Milne MP has welcomed a commitment from the NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Boards to expand 24/7 palliative care support to residents across Sussex,
Seafront beer and cider festival returns promising biggest line-up yet
Tribute acts, party bands and 90’s rave will headline this year’s Beer and Cider by the Sea festival, which returns to the seafront Western Lawns this May.
Free sports and wellbeing sessions planned for festival weekend
More than 20 businesses sign up to offer free activities for Eastbourne & Lewes residents as part of Fit for All Festival next month.
Winnie the Pooh creator’s personal letters fetch £2,900 at auction
A collection of letters from A.A Milne, the author best known for Winnie the Pooh, have sold for a total of £2900, more than double their original estimate.
Standing up to potholes means demanding prevention not patching
Every year, UK councils predict, prepare and budget for ice and snow based upon the likelihood and severity of these extreme conditions, writes Graham Bartlett.
Independent high-street stores offered free support to boost business
High-street businesses across East Sussex are being encouraged to attend free county council-backed business support workshops.
University champions women in science on global awareness day
The University of Chichester is marking the International Day of Women and Girls in Science by celebrating the contribution women make to scientific discovery.
Councils move waste trucks to renewable fuel to slash emissions
Adur and Worthing Councils have significantly reduced the carbon emissions of their waste and recycling fleet by making the switch to a renewable, cleaner fuel.
Former war reporter to host evening of aviation history talks
Aviation enthusiasts can hear from a former television war reporter on Monday, February 23.
More than 1,000 people back 'crucial' medical centre being open 24 hours a day
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust announced earlier this month that reduced opening hours at Crawley Urgent Treatment Centre would be made permanent.
Council refuse 'inappropriate' advertisement sign on listed building
Little Monkeys Day Nursery, located in Horsham, had applied for retrospective permission for the sign on the front of its Grade II listed building.
New pedestrian crossing to be installed on busy road outside school
The new crossing will be built on St Lawrence Avenue, near Worthing High school, around 20 metres west of the junction with South Farm Road.
City tops national ranking as UK’s most creative place
Brighton and Hove has been named the UK’s most creative city, beating London and Edinburgh as regional hubs power Britain’s creative economy.
Meet the skincare entrepreneur and psychic medium who went on Dragons' Den
The owner of a Hove based skincare brand has spoken about being part of Charlotte Tilbury’s founding team, setting up a business and appearing on Dragons' Den.
Brighton man's stunning snap of Milky Way over South Downs wins photography contest
The photo, Ancient Light, captures the glowing band of the Milky Way stretching above an abandoned barn in East Sussex’s Balsdean Valley.
People are being tricked into believing they are in relationships with celebrities
Police have issued a warning after reports see an increase in romance fraud across the county.
Several dogs become 'severely unwell' after walks at park
Several dogs have become “severely unwell” after walks around a park, a vet said.
Primary school teacher charged with the sexual assault of two children
A primary school teacher has been charged with the sexual assault of two children.










































