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Increase In Workers On A Four Day Week Research Shows
More than 50 organisations employing over 1,400 workers moved to a four-day working week in 2025, according to new figures..
Late Queens Strong And Complex Personality To Feature In National Memorial
An acclaimed artist, known for her depictions of Second World War heroines, is to design a sculpture “portraying the strong and complex personality” of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the national memorial to the late monarch..
Asylum Seekers Moved Into Military Barracks Amid Pressure To End Hotel Use
The first asylum seekers have been moved into a former military barracks in East Sussex as ministers face pressure to end the use of hotels..
Ex Labour Minister Says He Is Standing Down As MP For Medical Reasons
A former Labour minister has announced he will stand down as an MP for medical reasons, paving the way for a potential Westminster return for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham..
Jessie Buckley Scores Oscar Nomination While Sinners Makes History With 16 Nods
Irish actress Jessie Buckley has been nominated for an Oscar, while vampire drama Sinners has made history as the first film to score 16 nods..
Keir Starmer And Danish PM Discuss Vital Steps Towards Arctic Security
Sir Keir Starmer said he will discuss how to “take the vital steps” towards strengthened security in the Arctic with Denmark’s prime minister, who thanked him for the UK’s support during “quite a difficult time” for the country amid Donald Trump’s demands to annex its semi-autonomous territory Greenland..
Harry Returns To Court After Giving Evidence In Trial Against Mail Publisher
The Duke of Sussex has returned to a court in London for the fourth day of the trial of his legal action against the publisher of the Daily Mail..
One In Four Children Starting Reception Not Toilet Trained Survey Finds
Around one in four children who started reception in 2025 were not toilet trained, a survey of teachers has found, amid warnings more children are struggling with basic life skills..
Sean Bean To Host Birdwatching Podcast
Hollywood star Sean Bean is to host an award-winning podcast for birdwatchers..
Substantial Increase In ADHD Prescriptions Driven By Women Study
There has been a “substantial increase” in the proportion of people using medicines for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the UK, driven by a rise in prescription rates among adults, in particular women..
33 Russell Bromley Stores At Risk After Next Buyout
Next has bought Russell & Bromley after the footwear and handbag retailer fell into administration..
Mother Of 10 Found Guilty Of Keeping House Slave For 25 Years
A teenage girl was forced to work as a “house slave” for a woman and her 10 children for more than 25 years, a court heard..
Inflation Bounces Back In December As Christmas Travel Fuels Price Rises
UK inflation bounced back in December as tobacco duty hikes and Christmas getaways helped push up the cost of living, official figures show..
Donald Trump Doubles Down On Greenland Threat But Rules Out Using Force
Donald Trump has doubled down on his threats to annex Greenland, saying only the US could secure the Arctic territory, but ruled out using force..
Reeves UK Will Not Be Buffeted Around Amid Trump Tariff Threats
The UK will not be pushed around by Donald Trump’s tariff threats, Rachel Reeves said as she defended Sir Keir Starmer’s attempts to cool tensions over Greenland..
Landmark Study Paves The Way For Type 1 Diabetes Screening Among Children
NHS pre-diabetes clinics for children are to be set up after a “landmark” study confirmed the feasibility of using finger-prick blood test as a screening tool to spot the disease before symptoms arise..
Ads For Sunbed Firms Banned For Misleading And Irresponsible Safety Claims
Adverts for five tanning companies have been banned for making misleading and irresponsible claims about the safety of sunbeds..
New Stamps Mark 50th Anniversary Of First Commercial Concorde Flights
A new set of stamps and coordinated nose drop events will mark the 50th anniversary of the first commercial Concorde flights..
Police Hit Back At Decision Not To Bring More Charges Against Nurse Lucy Letby
Police have hit out at the decision not to bring further charges against child killer nurse Lucy Letby..
Under 16s Social Media Ban And Overnight Curfews To Be Considered Liz Kendall
Overnight curfews and breaks to prevent “doomscrolling” will form part of the Government’s consultation on social media for children, which will also consider an Australian-style ban for under-16s..
Local News
City convenience shops only accepting cash amid issues
Several convenience stores across the city have been experiencing issues with card payments.
People told to not swim off Brighton beach - this is why
Large amounts of debris and shingle washed ashore along Brighton and Hove’s coastline in the aftermath of Storm Goretti
Man revealed as one of Britain's most prolific train fare dodgers
One of Britain’s most prolific train fare dodgers is facing jail over 112 convictions for not paying for a ticket on journeys, including between Brighton, spanning nearly two years
At least 11 council elections in Sussex could face delay, data suggests
Several councils across Sussex have asked to delay elections due this year amid a Government reorganisation drive, according to administrators
Man faces new manslaughter charge after 66-year-old's death
A man faces a new manslaughter charge over another man’s death in Eastbourne
Park and ride trial branded 'vanity project' and cost slammed
Opposition councillors have criticised the cost and performance of a park and ride scheme that was trialled in Brighton last summer.
Crossing could be installed on busy road after schoolchildren safety concerns
Hundreds of school children could soon have another safe crossing point along a busy main road in Hove after a petition submitted to Brighton and Hove City Council.
Thousands have water restored after five days without
Thousands of people in Sussex and Kent have now had their water restored after days without a proper supply.
Leisure centre shut for second day running over safety concerns
Littlehampton Wave leisure centre closed to the public on Wednesday January 14 due to a technical issue affecting the safety of the venue
Councillors turn down bid to change licensing condition
Hastings councillors have turned down a bid to remove a “table service” condition from the licence of an Old Town business.
Updates as heavy rain expected in Sussex amid weather warning
A yellow weather warning for rain has come into effect in Sussex.
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Phone company wins battle to put controversial 5G mast near schools
A mobile phone firm has won the right to put up a 5G mast near schools and a busy crossroads in Hove.
Water company under investigation after thousands left without supply
Ofwat has launched an investigation into South East Water after thousands in Sussex and Kent were left without water.
Vigil to be held to mark death of man attacked outside club
A vigil is to be held to mark the anniversary of the death of Jay Abatan who was attacked outside a nightclub in Brighton
Football fan who died by suicide was 'consumed' by 'predatory' gambling systems
The sister of a football fan who died by suicide says “predatory” gambling systems “consumed his mind”, an inquest has heard
Fast food retailer leaves residents in the dark over plans for new restaurant
Residents have been left in the dark as to whether a Burger King will continue its efforts to open a new store in Crowborough, East Sussex
Restaurant that won popular TV show to reopen following refurbishment
Ami, located at 93b Rowlands Road, in Worthing, is set to reopen on January 30, following a month long closure
Sewage tankers causing 'traffic chaos' by using road as a parking bay
Lewes Green Party district councillor Sue Morris made the comments following ongoing disruption caused by sewage tankers.
Tributes pour in for PE teacher who was an 'absolute legend'
A teacher who assisted with the amalgamation of two schools in the city has been fondly remembered by his former colleagues and pupils










































