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Meagre Economic Growth At End Of 2025 Confirmed Amid Fears Over Iran War Hit
Britain’s economy eked out muted growth at the end of last year, official figures have confirmed, but fears are growing over the impact of the Iran war and soaring inflation as oil prices race higher..
Grocery Price Inflation Holds Steady At 43 Per Cent
That's according to Worldpanel by Numerator.
Keir Starmer Gives 48 Hour Deadline To Resident Doctors To Call Off Strikes
Sir Keir Starmer has issued an ultimatum to resident doctors to call off their strikes or lose the deal on the table..
Simplified Recycling Rules For Households Come Into Force Across England
Households will now separate their waste into a maximum of four different bins for waste collectors to pick up.
Craig Bellamy Says Wales Job Is Best Role In The World As He Changes Focus
Craig Bellamy insisted the Wales job was the “best role in the world” and he would refocus after suffering World Cup heartbreak..
Declan Rice And Bukayo Saka Were Desperate To Play For England Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka were desperate to play for England but felt the risk of the Arsenal duo aggravating injuries was “way too big” at this stage of the season..
Starmer Calls For Joint Effort With Business On Iran War Economic Impact
Business chiefs have been urged to help address the economic impact of the Iran war as Sir Keir Starmer admitted the Government could not shoulder all the burden..
Diesel Price Hits Highest Level Since December 2022
Diesel prices have reached their most expensive level since December 2022, new figures show, as the Iran oil crisis escalates..
Ulster Hes Back Schwarzenegger Recalls Breakthrough On Return To Belfast
Actor and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke of the “breakthrough” he experienced in Belfast as he was presented with an honorary degree..
Two Discharged From Hospital After Car Ploughed Into Pedestrians In Derby
Two people have been discharged from hospital after a vehicle “ploughed” into pedestrians outside a Derby pub, leading to an investigation assisted by counter-terrorism officers..
Russell Brands Rape Trial Delayed Until October
Russell Brand’s trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October..
Short Bursts Of Daily Exercise Could Slash Risk Of Major Diseases
Short bursts of exercise that last a few minutes a day – such as running for the bus – could slash the risk of conditions like arthritis, heart disease and dementia, a study suggests..
Motorists Rushed To Buy Fuel In Iran War Aftermath Data Reveals
Britons rushed to buy fuel at the pumps in the immediate aftermath of the Iran war, while spending on holidays also tumbled due to the uncertainty caused by the conflict, new data has revealed..
Starmer To Meet Business Leaders Amid Hormuz Blockade
Sir Keir Starmer will gather business leaders in Downing Street on Monday to address the impact of the Iran war..
Cadbury World Unveils Worlds Largest Mini Egg
Cadbury World has unveiled the “world’s largest” mini egg, dubbed the Mega Mini Egg, which will be on show for chocolate fans to view from Monday..
Councils Told To Use One Stop Shop App To End Faff Of Paying For Parking
Councils will be pushed to sign up to a “one-stop-shop” parking app designed to stop the “faff” of paying to park, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has said..
Counter Terrorism Officers Assisting Investigation After Pedestrians Hit By Car
Counter terrorism officers are assisting with the investigation in Derby city centre after seven people suffered serious injuries when a car hit pedestrians, but police are keeping an open mind about potential motives..
Igor Tudor Leaves Role As Tottenham Head Coach After Seven Games
Igor Tudor has left his role as Tottenham head coach after seven matches in charge..
More Than 200 New Best Start Family Hubs To Open
More than 200 family hubs will open this week as the Government seeks to provide more support for parents..
Seven People Seriously Injured And Man Arrested As Pedestrians Hit By Car
A man in his 30s has been arrested after seven people suffered serious injuries when a car hit pedestrians in Derby..
Local News
Half a million meals delivered through vital community support service
In January, Health & Independent Living Support (HILS) celebrated delivering its 500,000th hot meal.
Sustainable fashion brand highlights sustainability and growth during MP visit
British lifestyle brand WoolOvers, showcased their range of sustainability focused knitwear to Alison Bennett MP when she visited their main headquarters.
Fine dining restaurant celebrates fourth year retaining Michelin star
West-Sussex fine-dining restaurant The Pass at South Lodge, is delighted to announce the retention of its Michelin Star in the latest Michelin Guide.
Career switch helps worker find new direction through apprenticeship
A Sussex man who swapped fast food for bus driving is quickly building a successful career in the industry.
Seven-year Michelin streak continues for immersive fine dining restaurant
Restaurant Interlude is proud to announce that it has once again retained its Michelin star in The MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026.
Degree apprentices say earning while studying offers best of both worlds
Degree apprentices at the University of Chichester have shared their experiences in the workplace as part of National Apprenticeships Week (9-15 February).
Coastal town prepares ambitious bid to become next UK Town of Culture
Groups across Hastings are starting work on a Town of Culture bid, supported by Hastings Borough Council and Arts Hastings CIC.
Young apprentice helps tackle construction skills gap across industry
This National Apprenticeship Week Barratt Redrow Southern Counties is encouraging new talent into the industry with its longstanding apprenticeship scheme.
Primary school pupils star in film urging care for countryside
Children from St Martin’s Church of England Primary School and farmers on the South Downs made a film showing how to respect, protect and enjoy the countryside.
Man fined for breaching football banning order at Albion vs Palace game
A man from Crawley has been charged and fined for breaching a football banning order at Brighton and Hove Albion versus Crystal Palace.
Flooded road where council worker was hit by car will remain closed
The incident, which took place on February 9, occurred on the A29 Shripney Road at the Saltbox Roundabout in West Sussex.
Restaurant becomes only the second in Sussex to earn coveted Michelin Green Star
Seven more Green Stars have been given out as part of the Michelin Guide's annual ceremony.
Girls 'kept in vehicle against their will' as man named and charged
A man has been charged with rape and sexual offences involving three girls
Man sexually abused young girl for years
A landscape gardener from Horsham sexually abused a girl over several years.
Store near Sussex border among closures as UK fashion retailer enters administration
LK Bennett, a long-time favourite of the Princess of Wales, will shut down all nine standalone stores and 13 department store concessions across the UK.
Dramatic pictures show caravan park underwater as county hit with weeks of heavy rain
Riverside Caravan Park, on Shirpney Road, in Bognor, is currently underwater following weeks of rain across the county
Man detained after car crashes into house
A man was detained after a car crashed into a house in Steyning.
Lake in Sussex town turns a fluorescent green colour - here's why
Photos taken on February 9 at Ayshe Court Lakes, also known as Harwood Ponds, in Horsham, show the water a fluorescent green colour
Council worker hit by Land Rover driving through flooded road
The worker was struck by a white Land Rover which forced its way through a road closure on February 9
Latest pop star revealed to perform at Pride celebrations
A multi-platinum pop artist is the latest performer to be announced for Brighton and Hove Pride











































