The forced adoption of babies from unmarried mothers in the decades after the Second World War has been branded a “stain on our history” by Sir Keir Starmer as he made a long-awaited state apology for the historical practice..

Sir Keir Starmer’s plan to boost defence spending by £15 billion is facing fresh scrutiny, after Downing Street was unable to say where exactly the cuts required to pay for it will come from..

Survivors of historical forced adoption are to get the state apology they have spent decades campaigning for when Sir Keir Starmer says sorry in Parliament..

Youri Tielemans saved Belgium’s World Cup hopes by converting a contentious penalty in added time at the end of extra time to win 3-2 having scored an 89th-minute equaliser to keep the tie alive against Senegal.

The United States will be without prolific goalscorer Falorin Balogun for their last-16 clash with Belgium after he received a red card in the host nation’s 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina..

The Criminal Cases Review Commission has been told to significantly and urgently improve its investigations to avoid a repeat of failings like those seen in the Andrew Malkinson scandal..

A national park which has some of the darkest skies in Europe has introduced the common glow-worm to a new site in the hope that the males will be able see the “spectacular” night-time mating display of the females..

Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..

Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..

Two police officers called to the scene of Henry Nowak’s murder are under investigation for potential gross misconduct after they failed to give him immediate first aid and instead handcuffed him as he lay dying..

Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is facing questions over a £4.7 billion black hole in the plan to raise defence spending and whether Andy Burnham was blindsided by the need to plug that gap in his first budget..

The V&A’s David Bowie archive is to go on a tour of the UK featuring 100 items related to the star..

Grassroots football clubs are warning that climate change is increasing both the risk of injuries and costs as extreme weather hardens pitches or leaves them waterlogged..

Major British retailers have been selling e-scooters for “commuting” despite warnings from police and coroners that it is illegal and puts riders at risk of serious injury or death..

It's over allegations that consumers had to pay higher prices for new-build properties.

Germany crashed out of the World Cup after they were beaten on penalties by Paraguay following a 1-1 draw in Boston in the round of 32..

That's according to the British Retail Consortium and NIQ.

Murderers who kill their partner or ex-partner at home could face an extra 10 years in prison as the Government moves to close a sentencing gap..

The Prince of Wales is expected to declare that if “systemic failure” causes homelessness then “systems can help prevent it” when he marks the third anniversary of his project to eradicate the issue..

The Government has said it will appoint a national maternity commissioner to drive change after a report concluded families have suffered from repeated failures in NHS care..

Ark Alexandra Academy in Hastings welcomed more than 20 employers, colleges, universities and training providers to its first ever careers fair.

A young Brighton-based filmmaker, Rosie Merat-Brandwood (17), has been recognised by the Into Film Awards.

People in East Sussex are being offered a say on the latest government proposals to move parts of the county into Brighton and Hove.

Knoyle Hall is one of the best-used and much-loved community spaces in Preston Park ward, writes Steve Davis.

A tribute show is returning to the Brighton stage.

Tickets are now available for the return of Leonardslee Lates.

Twelve Sussex young people have completed a firefighting development course.

A mayoral portrait capturing a story of resilience and change has been unveiled.

Horsham District is asking residents whether any changes are needed to make their parish council arrangements more effective.

Hurstwood View care home team is celebrating after their managing director led her team to victory in a charity cook-off.

NatWest has launched a new Accelerator Hub in partnership with the University of Brighton.

Flude Property Consultants have completed the acquisition of the ground floor premises at Church Corner House.

A father is taking on the Three Peaks Challenge to raise funds for a cause close to his heart.

A family-run firm has claimed one of the UK’s highest business honours for its innovative dog safety product.

A charity supporting people living with ME in Sussex is marking its 40th anniversary during ME Awareness Week.

A rock pooling competition is inviting the public to help uncover coastal biodiversity.

A new programme of events is putting Sussex’s vineyards in the spotlight this summer.

An exhibition is bringing the energy and rhythm of the sea to a seaside gallery.

A Sussex Mayor has chosen a new charity to champion this year.

Charities are warning of fresh funding crisis across Sussex as pressures mount.