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Reeves to promise investment in renewal as she unveils spending plans
Rachel Reeves will vow to invest in Britains renewal as she reveals her spending plans for the coming years..
Growth in rental prices cools to four year low but low income tenants squeezed
Rental prices have slowed to their lowest annual increase since the market was dealing with the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to figures from a property website..
Nine people killed in shooting at Austrian school
Nine people have been killed in a shooting at a school in the Austrian city of Graz, with the suspected perpetrator also dead, authorities said..
15 police officers injured during violence in Ballymena
Fifteen police officers have been injured during scenes of serious disorder on the streets of Ballymena..
Eight people killed in shooting at Austrian school
Eight people have been killed in a shooting at a school in the Austrian city of Graz, with the suspected perpetrator also dead, the citys mayor said..
Several people dead after shots heard at school in Austria
Several people have been killed at a school in the Austrian city of Graz, authorities said..
Greta Thunberg deported from Israel after Gaza bound aid ship seized
Activist Greta Thunberg is being deported from Israel after the Gaza-bound ship she was on was seized by the Israeli military..
Marks Spencer reopens website after major cyber attack
Marks and Spencer has reopened its website to customers after it was forced to halt internet orders in April following a damaging cyber attack..
Jobless rate surges to highest since 2021 while pay growth eases sharply ONS
Britain jobless rate surged to its highest level for nearly four years and pay growth for UK workers eased by more than expected as employers faced surging staff costs, official figures have shown..
Tuesdays football briefing Bellamy defiant after Wales loss as Scotland bounce back
Craig Bellamy emerged defiant from Waless heartbreaking World Cup qualifying defeat in Belgium while Scotland bounced back from their weekend loss to Iceland..
Eurostar plans direct trains from London to Germany and Switzerland
Eurostar has unveiled plans to launch direct services connecting the UK with Germany and Switzerland..
Creditors table 17bn plan for Thames Water but call for regulatory leniency
A group of Thames Water lenders have put forward plans for a multibillion-pound rescue deal of the troubled supplier that would see them pump in new cash but ask for leniency in how it is regulated..
Reeves signs off on 14bn to build new nuclear plant Sizewell C
Rachel Reeves has signed off on £14.2 billion of investment to build the new Sizewell C nuclear plant as part of the spending review..
Nottingham attack families to meet Streeting after questions stonewalled
The families of the Nottingham attack victims are set to meet with the Health Secretary following claims that an NHS trust has stonewalled their questions about staff who treated killer Valdo Calocane..
Nigel Farage says he has forgiven Zia Yusuf for resignation
Nigel Farage has said he has forgiven Zia Yusuf for his decision to quit as Reform UK chairman, but admitted the party was plunged into a difficult place by the incident..
Murder suspects remanded in custody accused of killing boy 16
Two men charged with murdering a 16-year-old pedestrian in a hit-and-run and three counts of attempted murder have appeared in court..
Cooper still in last minute talks with Treasury over spending review
The Home Office remains locked in negotiations with the Treasury over its budget with time running out before the spending review..
Nine million pensioners to receive winter fuel payment this year Reeves says
Some nine million pensioners in England and Wales will receive the winter fuel payment this winter, the Chancellor has announced..
Union membership increases in Reform led councils
Union membership in councils run by Reform has increased since the party took control of local authorities after the May elections, new figures reveal..
Rutte to meet PM as Nato chief says quantum leap in defence needed
Mark Rutte will say a quantum leap in collective security is needed as the Nato chief meets Sir Keir Starmer amid calls for Britain to raise defence spending levels to 5% of economic output..
Local News
Residents urged to reduce water use as supply drops due to hot weather
A water company is asking customers to reduce their usage as demand increases to the highest levels seen this year and supply drops.
Thousands of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in town centre crack down
Hundreds of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes have been seized in a town centre.
'Do not travel' warning for popular beach as parking sells out
Visitors have been told not to travel to a popular sandy beach without pre-booked parking.
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.
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