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England Bowler Mark Wood Announces Retirement From International Cricket
England bowler Mark Wood has announced his retirement from international cricket..
Andy Burnham To Tell United Nations That UK Is Not On The Slide
Andy Burnham will insist the UK is not “on the slide” and attempt to draw a line under 10 years of post-Brexit turbulence as he makes his United Nations debut as Prime Minister..
Government Borrowing Hits Second Highest August On Record In Setback For Healey
UK Government borrowing rose in August to the second-highest level for the month on record, coming in above forecasts and piling pressure on Chancellor John Healey ahead of his first autumn Budget, figures show..
Marthas Rule To Be Extended To Hospital AE Departments In England
Martha’s Rule will be extended to hospital A&E departments in England, making it easier for staff and families to ask for a second opinion..
Taylor Swift To Receive Inaugural Artist Director Award At VMAs
Taylor Swift will receive the first-ever award for artist director at the 2026 MTV VMAs..
World Cup Winner Sir Geoff Hurst Honoured By Freedom Of The City Of London
World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst said it was a “great honour” to be given the Freedom of the City of London at a ceremony on Monday..
ITV Reveals Emmerdale Set For Chilling Shake Up With Return Of Tom King
Emmerdale is set to have a “chilling shake-up” when James Chase reprises his role as Tom King..
Andy Burnham To Meet Donald Trump For First Time As World Leaders Gather At UN
Andy Burnham is to meet Donald Trump for the first time as world leaders gather in New York for talks on the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and the rapid development of AI..
Young Driver Crashes Kill Or Seriously Hurt More Than 23000 In Five Years
More than 23,000 people have been killed or seriously injured in crashes involving a driver aged 17 to 24 in the past five years, police have warned..
Air Traffic Control Provider Comes Under Fire After Second Issue In Two Weeks
Passengers and airlines “deserve better” an aviation industry body has said, as air traffic controllers came under fire after a second issue within two weeks caused flight disruption..
Burnham Vows To Ensure Resilience After Tough Summer For Emergency Services
Andy Burnham has pledged to boost Britain’s resilience as he paid tribute to frontline workers after a summer of high temperatures, wildfires and emergencies at sea..
Burnham Vows To Ensure Resilience After Tough Summer For Emergency Services
Andy Burnham has pledged to boost Britain’s resilience as he paid tribute to frontline workers after a summer of high temperatures, wildfires and emergencies at sea..
Life Term For Man Who Walked Into Police Station And Confessed To 1994 Murder
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment after he walked into a police station and confessed his involvement in a murder more than 30 years ago..
Bank Of England To Open New Leeds Office In 2028
The Bank of England is set to open a new office in Leeds as it continues to beef up its presence in the city..
Its Time Mariah Carey Announces UK Christmas Tour
US superstar Mariah Carey has announced a UK Christmas tour..
Cole Palmer And Declan Rice Among Five Withdrawals From England Squad
Five England players, including Chelsea forward Cole Palmer, have dropped out of the squad for the Nations League matches over the next three weeks..
Former Deputy Helen Jenner Unveiled As New Leader Of Reform UK In Wales
Reform UK has named Helen Jenner its new leader in Wales following the arrest and resignation of her predecessor..
Airlines Demand Action After Second Air Traffic Control Issue In A Fortnight
Airlines have demanded urgent action after a second air traffic control issue in less than two weeks caused further flight disruption..
Flights Disrupted Across North Of UK Amid Air Traffic Control Issue
Flights have been delayed in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England amid an air traffic control issue, National Air Traffic Services (Nats) has said..
I Will Reflect Martin ONeill Considering Future At Celtic After Old Firm Loss
Martin O’Neill will take stock as his future as Celtic boss came under further scrutiny following a 1-0 defeat by Rangers at Parkhead..
Local News
Plans for 75 new home submitted
Plans to build up to 75 homes in Partridge Green have been submitted to Horsham District Council.
Opposition to coffee shop boss's plans to turn her premises into a restaurant
A coffee shop boss wants to turn her premises into a restaurant in the evening, with a licence to serve alcohol, but she her proposal faces objections from neighbours.
Flood wall funding is approved
A deal which will see £438,000 to go towards future issues with a flood defence wall in Shoreham has been approved by councillors.
Popular holiday park company placed into administration
Holiday park company in England enters administration, with Alvarez & Marsal appointed
Man charged after 13-year-old boy stabbed near seafront
Kyle Saupe, 20, of Cavendish Place, Eastbourne, has been charged with wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon.
Council asked to explore ways to protect birds and wildlife at harbour from dogs
Officers at Chichester District Council will soon be asked to explore ways to protect birds and wildlife in and around the harbour from dogs.
25 year lease agreed for return of the Brighton Wheel
Visitor numbers are almost back to pre-pandemic levels, cabinet members were told as they backed a 25-year lease to enable the return of the Brighton Wheel.
REVEALED: New sculpture to light up new Pavilion Square in Brighton
A glowing star sculpture will transform Brighton city centre this autumn.
Airline axes flights from Gatwick Airport for 2027 - is your holiday affected?
An airline has revealed it is axing all flights to Antalya from Gatwick Airport next year as part of a “disciplined approach” to capacity.
Live updates as crash causes 'severe delays' on A27
A crash on the A27 near Drusillas zoo in East Sussex is causing delays this morning.
Wildlife park celebrates its adorable red pandas with special event
Drusillas Park is celebrating International Red Panda Day this month.
Thrill-seeker rides rollercoaster 83 times in one day
A thrill-seeker has raised more than £4,000 for charity by riding a rollercoaster 83 times in single day.
Council investment, community improvements and a weekend to remember
I’ve spent much of the last week speaking to residents across Queens Park.
Work begins on 57 sustainable new homes in town
Construction is under way on 57 new sustainable homes as part of major housing development.
The Traitors-inspired murder mystery game launches at historic manor
An immersive vampire-themed murder mystery experience is coming to a historic manor.
Councillors criticise decision to put former hospital site up for sale
West Sussex county councillors have criticised the decision to put a former Littlehampton hospital site up for sale before the future of another hospital is known.
Award-winning vineyard slashed in price more than a year after company liquidation
Carr Taylor Vineyard, located at Yew Tree Farm near Hastings, has been relisted by property agents Hilco Global for £1.2 million.
Comedian hopes 'nightmare' audience members at city gig 'catch fire'
Comedian Vittorio Angelone has criticised the behaviour of audience members during his performance at the Brighton Dome
Food hygiene inspectors say 'major improvement' is required at sushi restaurant
Sushimania, in Middle Street, Brighton, was handed a one-star food hygiene rating following an inspection by Brighton and Hove City Council's food safety team
Man spiked and mugged in city centre on night out celebrating move to Brighton
A Brighton man who was spiked and mugged in the city centre wants to warn other people about this type of crime










































