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David Dimbleby Appalled By BBC Making Very Bad Call To Cut Up To 2000 Jobs
David Dimbleby has said he is “appalled” by cuts at the BBC which will result in up to 2,000 people losing their jobs..
Roadwork Plagued M27 Named As Worst Motorway
The M27 in Hampshire has been ranked England’s worst motorway, amid concerns over roadworks and delays..
Who Has Andy Burnham Picked To Be In His Cabinet
Andy Burnham is selecting his Cabinet after replacing Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister..
Man Charged With Murder Of Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old man has been charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe..
John Healey Appointed Chancellor Amid Andy Burnham Cabinet Clear Out
John Healey has been named Chancellor in Andy Burnham’s first Government appointment, as he purged the Cabinet of loyalists of his predecessor Sir Keir Starmer..
Andy Burnham Clears Out Senior Ministers Lammy And Reeves After Taking Power
David Lammy, Rachel Reeves and Steve Reed are among the first high-profile Cabinet ministers to be shown the door by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham..
Former England Forward And Manager Kevin Keegan Has Died
Keegan, a star of Liverpool’s 1970s side who went on to become adored on Tyneside as player and manager of Newcastle, had been undergoing treatment for stage four cancer..
Kevin Keegan Dies Aged 75
Former Newcastle and England manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, his family have announced in a statement..
Andy Burnham Becomes Prime Minister Promising A 10 Year Plan For The Country
Andy Burnham has become the UK’s new Prime Minister after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation..
My Work Is Done Starmer Leaves No 10 With Burnham Poised For Power
Sir Keir Starmer has said “my work is done” and “I go with a smile” in his final speech as Prime Minister..
Hosepipe Ban Brought In For 24m People Amid Ongoing Hot Weather
More than two million people will be subject to a hosepipe ban amid hot weather..
Andy Burnham To Enter No 10 Promising Breathing Room On Cost Of Living
Andy Burnham will enter 10 Downing Street promising to give people “breathing room” against the rising cost of living..
Pre Travel Primping Costing Holidaymakers Typically More Than 150
Holidaymakers who are having beauty, hair and skincare glow-ups ahead of their summer trip are budgeting to spend more than £150 typically, a survey has found..
Charity Hopes To Save Lives In Pakistan With New Childrens Operating Theatre
A Scottish charity has opened a new children’s operating theatre in Pakistan which will carry out thousands of procedures each year..
Spain Win World Cup Final As Ferran Torres Extra Time Goal Sinks Argentina
Super sub Ferran Torres fired Spain to their second men’s World Cup triumph as what looks to be Lionel Messi’s last dance ended in 10-man Argentina falling to a meek 1-0 extra-time defeat..
Spain Win World Cup Final As Ferran Torres Extra Time Goal Sinks Argentina
Super sub Ferran Torres fired Spain to their second men’s World Cup triumph as what looks to be Lionel Messi’s last dance ended in 10-man Argentina falling to a meek 1-0 extra-time defeat..
Scrapping Digital ID Will Help Focus On Cost Of Living Labour Deputy Leader
Scrapping digital ID will help Andy Burnham’s government bring a “laser focus” to tackling the cost of living, Labour’s deputy leader has said..
Thousands In Kent Continue To Face Water Supply Issues
Thousands of people in Kent are continuing to face water supply issues, including some with a “complete lack of water”, South East Water (SEW) have said..
Burnham Will Scrap Digital ID To Focus On Cost Of Living
Andy Burnham will scrap Sir Keir Starmer’s flagship digital ID programme when he takes office on Monday..
Madonna And Justin Bieber To Perform At First World Cup Final Half Time Show
Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber are among the star-studded lineup set to perform in the first ever World Cup final half-time show..
Local News
Council visit highlights healthcare firm's sustainability drive
A healthcare supplier is making a difference in the medical sector with commitment to environmental sustainability.
MP backs campaign to protect community pubs from growing pressures
Jess Brown-Fuller met members of CAMRA at The Bell Inn, Chichester, to discuss the pressures facing pubs and hospitality businesses.
Temporary road closure and diversion in place for gas works
A road in Brighton is currently closed for gas works.
More electric vehicle charging bays proposed across the city
Brighton and Hove Council plans to introduce more electric vehicle charging bays.
Colour run fundraiser proves a colourful success for primary school
St John's School's first-ever colour run has raised more than £1,800.
Council launches consultation on lease of public open space
Brighton and Hove City Council has proposed the disposal of public open space via lease.
Mother-of-six overcomes language barrier to earn nursing degree
A mother-of-six has graduated as a nurse nine years after arriving in the UK unable to speak English.
Sussex's best pubs to visit in 2026 revealed in new guide - see full list
The Telegraph has named the venues in its list of the 500 best pubs for 2026, highlighting ten each in East and West Sussex.
Seafront telescopes restored after eight years of public use
The refurbishment of six public viewing telescopes along the Sussex coastline has been funded by Rampion Offshore Wind Farm.
Wildfire advice given as parts of Sussex face 'exceptional' risk
After the Met Office warned of an ‘exceptional risk’ of wildfires in some areas of the UK, the British Red Cross is sharing advice on how you can keep safe.
'I visited a Sussex gem with stunning gardens, woodland walks, music events and food'
With summer reaching its peak, Nick Mosley heads to Borde Hill to explore the stunning gardens and surrounding woodland.
Invasive plant hotspots revealed across Sussex in new ranking
Two towns have been ranked as joint Japanese knotweed capitals of Sussex.
New development will include 18 affordable homes for families
Eighteen new affordable homes are set to be built in East Sussex village.
Four-week road closures planned at major junction next month
An intersection in Hove will close next month for gas mains work.
Sussex guest house crowned the friendliest B&B of the year
A guest house in Sussex has been named the friendliest B&B of the year.
Decision made on plans to convert empty vape shop into fried chicken takeaway
Plans have been approved to transform a vacant high street shop on Western Road in Brighton, formerly a vape shop, into a fried chicken takeaway
Fast-food sandwich restaurant gets second lowest food hygiene rating possible
The Subway sandwich restaurant in Crawley, West Sussex, has been given the second-lowest food hygiene rating possible by the FSA
Man left lying in his own waste describes 'horrendous' hospital experience
A man has described his "horrendous" experience after being left to lie in his own mess at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton
'All these parties in Hove are so loud I called the police'
It seems that everyone but myself is enjoying this sunny weather.
Brighton and Hove budget overspend forecast hits £37m
A Green councillor has criticised the way that the council’s budget forecasts are presented to senior councillors, describing a new-style report as “lacking clarity”.








































