National News
All the latest national news, sport and entertainment stories from our newsroom.
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..
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..
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..
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Ministers have vowed to strip away “outdated regulations and overlapping consultations” in a bid to speed up decision-making in Whitehall..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
Library amnesty invites readers to return overdue books
Readers across East Sussex are being urged to return overdue titles to the county council’s library service as part of the annual book amnesty.
Community grants scheme awards almost £100,000 in funding
Communities across Rother have been given a boost after 15 worthwhile projects shared grants worth almost £100,000
Ex police staff member sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material
A former Sussex Police staff member has been sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material.
Helicopters land at beauty spot following paragliding incident
A man has been taken to hospital following an incident involving a paraglider.
Cyclist 'assaulted' by driver who fled scene following crash
A cyclist has been taken to hospital following a crash which saw the driver assault him before leaving the scene.
Firefighters called to blaze at property
Firefighters have been called to a blaze in Bonchurch Road, Brighton.
Car crashes into charity shop
A vehicle crashed into a charity shop.
Romantic spot for a delicious Valentine's weekend meal and dreamy pancakes
Bill's is the ideal spot for a romantic and affordable Valentine's meal this weekend.
The 190-acre Sussex estate where spring comes alive with thousands of blooms
Less than an hour’s drive from London is Borde Hill, a historic estate with spring flower displays and Victorian glasshouses.
Hit 1980s pop band announce summer Brighton concert date
Synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD) have announced a run of summer 2026 UK and Ireland concerts
I tried a trusty favourite restaurant in The Lanes that is bucking the national trend
With many independent restaurants in Brighton’s Lanes reducing their hours and days of operation, Nick Mosley revisits a trusty favourite that has extended its opening times.
Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for more than 250 times its face value in Sussex
A rare Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for more than £130 on eBay in Sussex, and it is not the only coin that could be worth a small fortune.
Two pubs to be reopened under new management following refurbishment
The Mitre Tavern and the Constant Service, two Brighton Harvey's pubs, are set to be refurbished and reopened under new management.
The top 10 places in Sussex named among the best to live in the country for 2026
Garrington Property Finders has shared its picks for the best places to live in 2026 in England and Wales.
Big update for major bridge upgrade on key route between Brighton and Eastbourne
The contractor tasked with building a new bridge that will help improve traffic flow on a busy East Sussex route has been announced
Dating guru shares secrets to a successful Valentine's date
A love guru has shared his secrets to success ahead of Valentine’s Day.
Woman could not drive her car for 17 days due to 'abysmal' post delays
John Gray, a 74-year-old former mechanical engineer and factory manager, has criticised the postal service after experiencing repeated delays
Viral floral vigilante returns to battle Sussex's potholes
Harry Smith-Haggett, from Horsham, made the announcement after pictures of the holes began cropping up on social media
Controversy as councillor makes Valentine's cards for migrant men with her grandkids
A councillor has said her grandchildren made some Valentine’s cards which she will be presenting to male asylum seekers in a recently-opened camp
Widow makes warning about 'gardening dangers' after her husband dies
A widow is attempting to raise awareness of the potential dangers of store-bought compost as she believes her husband died from inhaling bacterial spores.










































