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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Ministers have vowed to strip away “outdated regulations and overlapping consultations” in a bid to speed up decision-making in Whitehall..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
Four bank branches to shut across Sussex as raft of closures announced
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed that three Halifax branches in West Sussex and a branch of Lloyds in East Sussex will be closing
Woman's body found on seafront path
A body was found on a seafront path this morning.
Teenager killed dad with a hammer and stabbed mum after medication reduced
Fabio Botros, who killed his father and attacked his mother with a hammer and knife in Brighton, has been sentenced at Lewes Crown Court
Ramp installed over road flooded for days as residents could not access homes
West Sussex County Council has said that contractors have finished building a ramp on the flooded A29 at Shripney to allow residents to access their homes
American fashion brand set to take over empty unit in The Lanes
Women's fashion retailer Free People could be moving into the former Hobbs unit on East Street in The Lanes in Brighton, East Sussex.
Fears plans for 101 homes will 'overwhelm' village
Plans to build 101 homes in Partridge Green are to be considered by Horsham District Council for the second time.
Dozens of babies who died at Sussex trust ‘may have survived with better care’
At least 55 babies who died at a Sussex NHS trust may have survived with better care, a review has found.
Chancellor slams billionaire's immigration comments during Sussex visit
Speaking during a visit to Crawley, Rachel Reeves was asked if the government still planned to provide support for Sir Jim’s businesses
Vehicle reverses into Co-op store
An investigation has been launched after a vehicle reversed into Lindfield Co-op.
Award-winning Sussex sparkling wine estate sold
Ridgeview Wine Estate, one of England’s most respected sparkling wine producers based near Ditchling in East Sussex, has been acquired by QBRidge Ltd.
Dog found barking at the sea will be rehomed after owner is not found
A lone dog which was found barking at the sea and sparked a search of the area will be rehomed
Wildlife fears over school's plan for new artificial sports pitch
Friends of Dyke Road Park have raised concerns about the potential effects of an artificial sports pitch at a Brighton school on wildlife in the area.
Churches mark Racial Justice Sunday with prayer and action
Churches across Sussex joined Christians around the UK on Sunday to mark Racial Justice Sunday.
MP calls for stricter social media rules to protect children
Jess Brown-Fuller MP asked the Under Secretary for AI and Online Safety a question this week regarding protections for children on social media.
Updates as police at scene of smashed up shop
Sussex Police are at the scene of an incident at Co-op in Lindfield.
Man charged after Asda van stolen
A man has been charged after an Asda van was stolen in Eastbourne.
One of Britain's most prolific train fare dodgers spared jail
One of Britain’s most prolific train fare dodgers has been spared jail over 112 convictions for not paying for a ticket on journeys to Brighton.
Manhole cover collapses on busy road with delays expected
Temporary two-way traffic lights have been installed on the A272 Cowfold Road to deal with the collapsed double gulley cover
Recap: police at scene of smashed up shop
Sussex Police are at the scene of an incident at Co-op in Lindfield.
Man charged after Asda van stolen
A man has been charged after an Asda van was stolen in Eastbourne.








































