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Former Top Gear And Fifth Gear Presenter Quentin Willson Dies At 68
Former Top Gear and Fifth Gear presenter Quentin Willson has died aged 68 following a short battle with lung cancer, his family said..
First Ever Lady Mayor Of London In 800 Years Of The Post Swears Loyalty To Crown
The first Lady Mayor of London has sworn loyalty to the crown more than 800 years after the mayoralty was created..
Latest Hostage Remains Returned From Gaza Identified As Israeli Man
Israel said on Saturday that the remains of a hostage returned from Gaza the previous night belong to an Israeli man who died while fighting Hamas in the militants’ October 7 2023 attack that started the war..
Davina McCall Breast Cancer Diagnosis
The presenter had surgery three weeks ago .
UK Looks To Denmark To Shake Up Immigration System
Shabana Mahmood set to announce changes.
Ed Miliband Urges Unity Around Green Policies
World leaders gathering for Cop30 summit in Brazil.
Identities Of Lost War Heroes Uncovered In Time For Remembrance Sunday
War heroes whose identities have remained a mystery for decades have been identified by Ministry of Defence (MoD) “war detectives” in time for Remembrance Sunday..
Take Some Green Levies Not VAT Off Bills To Cut Energy Costs Treasury Urged
The Government should cut energy bills by removing renewables subsidies, reducing system costs and implementing efficiency standards for landlords, a think tank has urged..
Tories Call For Starmer To Face Ethics Scrutiny Over Football Regulator
The Government’s independent ethics adviser must investigate whether Sir Keir Starmer risked a conflict of interest when the new football watchdog’s chairman was chosen, the Conservatives have said..
Driver Said Ive Killed My Best Friend After Crashing A Day After Passing Test
A young driver who killed a passenger in his car the day after he passed his driving test said “what have I done, I’ve killed my best friend” immediately after the crash, a court has heard..
Manhunt Ends In Brahim Kaddour Cherifs Arrest After Accidental Prison Release
Justice Secretary David Lammy admitted there was a “mountain to climb” to tackle the crisis in the prison system following the arrest of wrongly-released Brahim Kaddour-Cherif..
Young Drivers Buying Fake Policies Losing 2000 On Average Says Insurer
Insurance giant Aviva has said it is detecting rising number of ghost broking cases – and is warning young drivers they could lose around £2,000 typically by buying a fake motor insurance policy..
Social Housing To See 7 Billion Boost As Mayors Urged To Go Bold With Plans
Mayors outside of London are being urged to set out ambitious social housing plans which will be backed by £7 billion in funding..
Members Of US Congress Formally Request Transcribed Interview With Andrew
Members of the US Congress have written to Andrew Mountbatten Windsor requesting he sit for a “transcribed interview” in connection with his “long-standing friendship” with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein..
Selfridges And Disney Collaborate For Stores Christmas Window Displays
Selfridges has collaborated with Disney for its flagship Christmas displays, featuring a Tinker Bell-themed light and music window show..
Police Preparing For 6 Crime Surge In First Year If Sentencing Reforms Go Ahead
Police are preparing for a surge in crime of up to 6% in one year if government plans to cut the number of shorter prison sentences and release some criminals earlier go ahead..
Wallace And Gromit To Star In Barbour Christmas Advert
Wallace and Gromit are to star in the Christmas advert for clothing brand Barbour..
William Honours Young Environmentalists At Earthshot Prize
The Prince of Wales hailed the next generation of environmentalists, saying the “future belongs to them” as his Earthshot Prize celebrated solutions to repair the planet..
Police Manhunt After Another Foreign Prisoner Mistakenly Released From Jail
Police have launched a manhunt after prisoner Brahim Kaddour-Cherif was mistakenly released from jail..
Bank Warns Of Spike In Purchase Fraud Ahead Of Christmas Shopping Season
Shoppers are being warned about a spike in purchase fraud ahead of the festive shopping season..
Local News
Double headline tour brings Bloc Party and Interpol to Brighton
Bloc Party and Interpol will play two dates in Brighton as part of their co-headline tour planned for 2026.
Psychological Hub to support families facing emotional struggles
West Sussex County Council has launched a new initiative to deliver earlier, more effective psychological support for children and families.
Over-30s day party returns to PRYZM Brighton this November
After a hugely popular debut last summer, Event 2 Day Club is back, taking over Brighton’s iconic PRYZM once again.
Why reality TV works so well
With so many TV channels and so little time I am discerning in what I watch, writes Graham Bartlett.
Recap: emergency services respond to fire
Emergency services are responding to a fire in Eastbourne.
Drummer from legendary rock band spotted at London to Brighton car run
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason takes part in RM Sotheby’s Veteran Car Run from London to Brighton.
Drivers bring hundreds of veteran cars to Brighton for historic run
Drivers brought hundreds of historic motors to the coast for RM Sotheby’s Veteran Car Run.
CCTV appeal after indecent exposure incident on train
A man exposed himself on a train from Seaford to Brighton.
Sussex market town with 'big heart' named one of UK's happiest places to live
Website Furniturebox has picked out the UK’s 75 happiest places to live for 2025, with one spot in Sussex being named.
Paid parking to be cut for new loading bays in Brighton
Brighton council is proposing to increase loading bays on red routes, affecting paid parking areas.
Decision due on plans for 152 homes, allotments and sports pitch
Plans to build 152 homes in Ashington are to be considered by Horsham District Council.
Young people bus deals to continue - but other fares set to rise
Young people bus deals will continue into the new year but others are set to ruse.
Post office boss says business might have to close if it can't sell alcohol
The new owner of Hove Post Office said that he wanted a drinks licence because otherwise the business would have to close.
Remembrance Day 2025: Services taking place across Sussex
Remembrance events are due to take place across the county - here’s where you can pay your respects.
Charity Christmas card pop-up cancelled after 28 years
Cards for Good Causes, the UK’s largest multi-charity Christmas card and gift retailer, has announced that it will not be trading in Lewes this year.
'I tried The Grand's new spa facilities and left feeling like a brand new person'
The Grand Hotel, in Brighton, has recently opened its brand-new spa and wellness facilities, in partnership with luxury skincare brand L.Raphael.
The story behind the strangest war memorial in Sussex
The sinking of the SS Mendi in World War I, resulted in the loss of hundreds of South African troops
Roads in Hove to close for high voltage cable works this month
Roads will be closed for the installation of new High Voltage Electricity Cables this month.
Supermarket gets second lowest food hygiene rating
A supermarket in Brighton has been told by food hygiene inspectors that major improvement is necessary.
'Heartbreak' as former church goes on sale for £1.8 million
An “imposing” former church in Hove is on sale for £1.8 million.










































