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Almost 17500 ScotRail services cancelled last year figures show
More than 17,000 ScotRail trains were cancelled in the last year, a freedom of information request has found..
Ministers to unveil 10 year plan to overhaul infrastructure
Ministers are to unveil their plan to overhaul infrastructure over the next decade as Rachel Reeves said the countrys schools and hospitals have been left to crumble..
Starmer visits Canada for trade talks with Carney ahead of G7 summit
Sir Keir Starmer is holding talks on trade and security with Mark Carney on the first visit by a UK leader to Canada in eight years, ahead of a major international summit..
Starmer accused of U turn after ordering inquiry into grooming gangs
Sir Keir Starmer has been accused of a U-turn after committing to a statutory inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal..
King wears black armband in memory of India air disaster at Trooping the Colour
The King wore a black armband in tribute to those killed in the Air India plane crash as the Trooping the Colour ceremony staged in his honour began..
Kings Birthday Honours list 2025
Those receiving Knighthoods and Damehoods in the Kings Birthday Honours list 2025..
Ban on advertising and safeguard for child patients added to Assisted Dying Bill
MPs said health professionals would not be allowed to raise the subject of assisted dying with child patients and advertising for such a service would be banned. .
The British survivor of the AirIndiaplane crash has spoken of the horror of watching people dying in front of my eyes
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh told DD News I still cant believe how I survived as he spoke from his hospital bed on Friday..
Parents whose sons are losing ability to walk face nightmare battle with NHS
Parents whose sons are losing the ability to walk have described the nightmare battle they face with the NHS to access a free drug..
William praises rangers who protect awe inspiring rhinos
The Prince of Wales has highlighted the devastating poaching crisis threatening the survival of awe-inspiring rhinos..
100000 electric vehicle charging points to be installed with 381m funding
100,000 street-side electric vehicle (EVs) charging points will be installed across England as a result of £381 million funding, ministers have said..
Trojan horse treatment given green light for NHS use
Blood cancer patients in England will be among the first in the world to have access to a new Trojan horse treatment, health officials have announced..
Increase in candidates for jobs recruiters say
The availability of candidates for jobs has increased at the biggest rate for more than four years, according to recruiters..
Badenoch to call for end to oil and gas windfall tax and ban on new licences
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch is set to call for an end to the windfall tax on oil and gas companies and the ban on new licences..
Thomas Frank appointed Tottenham boss
Thomas Frank has been confirmed as Tottenhams new head coach on a three-year deal..
British man survives Gatwick bound Ahmedabad plane crash reports
One British passenger has survived a crash involving a Gatwick Airport-bound plane which crashed in a fireball shortly after take-off in India, it has been reported..
No survivors from India plane crash carrying 53 Britons police chief says
There appear to be no survivors from a Gatwick Airport-bound plane carrying 53 British nationals which crashed shortly after take-off in India, a police commissioner has said..
Three teenagers charged following violence in Ballymena
Three teenagers have been charged following disorder in Ballymena..
Gatwick bound plane carrying 53 British nationals crashes in India
A total of 53 British nationals were on board a Gatwick airport-bound plane that appeared to explode when it crashed shortly after take-off, Air India has said..
Gatwick bound passenger flight with hundreds on board crashes in India
A plane bound for Gatwick airport has crashed shortly after take off in India with hundreds of people on board..
Local News
Fashion studio recognised for success with prestigious business award
AYM Studio, a UK-made sustainable fashion brand from Crowborough, has won a King’s Award for Enterprise for international growth.
Roses and poppies in full swing: stunning summer blooms brighten the garden
There have been some pretty amazing blooms across the garden in recent weeks, notably from some very pretty roses. Roses (Rosa) are a classic and instantly recognisable plant, ideal for almost every style of garden. They flower abundantly from early summer in a choice of colours including pastel shades of pink, peach, cream or snowy-white; vibrant yellow and gold; orange, crimson or red. Many roses are fragrant and some types flower in one flush of blooms while others flower all summer long. Some have colourful fruits (hips) and the plants come in a range of forms, from traditional shrubs and climbers to miniature plants for patio containers.
Celebrate English Wine Week and some fantastic Sussex vineyards
Wine lovers rejoice because for the next nine days corks will be popping at vineyards across Sussex for English Wine Week, writes Nick Mosley.
Drivers warned as commonly believed speed camera myth could see them fined
The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.
'Do not eat': Products sold at Lidl, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and more recalled
Products sold at Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, Iceland and other UK supermarkets have been recalled with the FSA saying "do not eat"
The 'fairytale place' in Sussex named one of Britain's most expensive postcodes
The Daily Mail has revealed the most expensive postcodes in Britain, highlighting the "prestige pockets" in each local area.
Greta, why do you think you can help?
Greta, now that you’ve finished your Mediterranean cruise and find yourself back in the home of flatpack furniture and meatballs – yes, I’d want to escape that too – I imagine you’re at a loose end. Why not come to Blighty? See what global warming has done for our summers. But the blue skies are deceptive – we need saving. Even Ed Sheeran says he’s Irish now. Don’t take my word for it, this is what Keir thinks: “We can stop the chaos, turn the page, and start to rebuild our country.” He sounds like Will Smith from I Am Legend.
Unused garden space transformed into family home in Hove as part of council scheme
The property is part of Brighton and Hove City Council’s Hidden Homes scheme.
Exhibition opens to mark 250th anniversary of one of UK's greatest artists
The link between JMW Turner and the landscapes that inspired him is to be the focus of an exhibition being held to mark the 250th anniversary of his birth
Former paratrooper becomes world’s fastest person to row solo around Great Britain
A man from Lewes has become the fastest person to row solo around Great Britain.
Sussex garden named one of UK's best for a summer visit
Sheffield Park and Garden has been named as one of the UK's best for a summer visit.
Elizabethan mansion to reopen after extensive two year renovation
Wakehurst Mansion will reopen this month following an extensive two-year renovation.
Thousands to be spent on removing chewing gum that ‘blights’ town’s streets
Thousands of pounds are to be spent on removing chewing gum from streets in Eastbourne
'Wonderful' beach sauna allowed to stay after public backing
A beach sauna will stay open year-round after receiving public support.
Gatwick employer says it is in 'strong' financial position amid job fears
Red Handling, which employs dozens of Gatwick ground workers, has said it is in a “strong financial position” after there were fears over its future.
Decision due on major development for hundreds of homes
Proposals for a major housing development on the outskirts of Bexhill are set to go in front of Rother councillors.
Part of a Sussex beach could be sold off, plans reveal
Plans for the future of an area of Sussex beach is set to be discussed at a committee meeting next week
'Neglected' cemetery with war graves needs sorting out, says angry relative
A man says a cemetery which contains graves of former servicemen is overgrown and neglected
Inside city centre's new fashion store which is already a hit with shoppers
Nobody's Child's new store in Brighton is already a hit with shoppers
Beloved animal rescue centre could close amid 'catalogue of errors' by council
An animal centre which has been open for over 30 years fears it could be forced to close if plans for a new site are rejected