Polls have closed in Makerfield, where voters have taken part in what could be one of the most consequential by-elections in British political history..

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a three-year-old boy ended up in a crocodile enclosure at a zoo..

The Church of England has apologised for the “pain, trauma and stigma” caused to those affected by historical forced adoption, as its lead bishop spoke of a deep shame that the practice had happened to people “in the care of Christian communities”..

Around a fifth (21%) of drivers have forgotten essential car admin dates such as their MOT, tax or insurance – potentially leaving many people at risk of penalties – a survey indicates..

A vast ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood is thought to have died after its first spring with no leaves, experts have said..

A fatal train crash could have been avoided if a driver had used an emergency system designed to reduce speed, an investigation has found..

Britain’s new Defence Secretary will meet his Nato counterparts without the promise of extra funding to prepare the armed forces for the growing threat of Russia..

Harry Kane’s brace helped England to a pulsating 4-2 victory against Croatia as Thomas Tuchel’s side made a breathless start to their quest for World Cup glory..

Sir Keir Starmer has said he wants Andy Burnham to “play a big part” in the Labour Government in what appeared to be a signal he could invite him to join his Cabinet..

UK inflation unexpectedly flatlined last month as a slowdown in food price rises offset pressure from airfares, according to official figures..

Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer..

A British woman onboard a yacht in the English Channel which sailors on a Russian warship fired warning shots near to “prevent a possible collision” said the incident was “a bit scary”..

A TV advert for a direct cremation firm has been banned for implying that their standard plan included an attended funeral service..

Pub bookings have surged by almost 300% as fans make plans to watch England’s World Cup kick-off, figures show..

Nearly one in five young adult men fail to recognise controlling someone’s spending as economic abuse, according to research published by the Home Office and charity Surviving Economic Abuse..

The social media ban for under-16s is not a “silver bullet”, the Technology Secretary acknowledged as she faced a backlash from firms which will be hit by the restriction..

The utility firm is reportedly on the brink of temporary nationalisation.

It's after she secured a doubles wild card with sister, Venus.

He's been replaced by Herve Renard.

The UK has unveiled new sanctions that aim to ramp up pressure on Russia as Sir Keir Starmer attends the G7 summit in France..

There are rail delays as emergency services at an incident between Brighton and Three Bridges.

A replica of one of history’s most famous ships has arrived in Eastbourne.

Carden Avenue in Brighton was partially blocked this morning (June 18) due to a crash involving a van and a pedestrian.

Tourism and hospitality business from Brighton and Hove and surrounding Sussex attended an annual networking and producer showcase event at Brighton Beach House

Trespassers on the railway between Three Bridges and Horsham have caused blocked lines and delayed trains.

Emergency services were called at around 11.30am on June 16 to Gatwick Airport after an incident was identified upon the arrival of an Air Arabia aircraft.

Argus reporter Charles Pring went to Central Park on Brighton Beach to watch England play Croatia in the World Cup on June 17 for Pring It On!

Emergency services were called to Orchard Avenue in Chichester at around 8.20am this morning (June 18) following a collision involving a child and a minivan.

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A West Sussex man who repeatedly raped and sexually abused a child more than 40 years ago has been jailed.

A new campaign is making chip shops part of the search for missing pets for one day.

Train passengers travelling to Gatwick Airport have been advised to leave two hours more than usual to travel after all lines through East Croydon were blocked.

Multiple emergency vehicles were photographed attending an address in Haig Avenue, Brighton, yesterday evening.

Reactions from fans at the Central Park on Brighton Beach fan zone, as England beat Croatia in the 2026 World Cup on June 17.

Andy Burnham has given his backing to Labour candidate Philip Berman, who is standing for the party in the upcoming Goldsmid ward by-election in Hove.

Carden Avenue in Brighton is partially blocked due to a crash involving a van and a pedestrian.

A stalled vehicle has left Marine Parade in Worthing partly blocked and is causing significant queues.

Residents at Baltimore Court, Copthorne Court, Saxon Court, Blenheim Court, Kinsale Court and Tivoli fear for hundreds of thousands of pounds held in 'frozen' accounts

Waitrose has shared an update following a fire at its Hove store

A Labour MP has welcomed a court’s verdict after a constituent was found guilty of harassing him