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Reform UK membership surpasses Tories party says
Membership of Reform UK has surpassed that of the Conservatives, Nigel Farages party has said..
Man arrested after two women die and two injured in Christmas Day stabbing
Two women have died and a man and a teenage boy suffered serious injuries after a suspected stabbing in Milton Keynes on Christmas Day..
Romantic proposal makes waves at Tenby Boxing Day swim
Taking the plunge at a Boxing Day swim meant more than just a dip in the sea for one happy couple..
Governments pledge to ban trail hunting in spotlight as Boxing Day hunts meet
The Government is under pressure over its manifesto pledge to ban trail hunting as hunts gather for the traditional Boxing Day meet..
Train reliability hits the buffers as annual cancellations exceed 360000
More than 360,000 train services across Britain were fully or part-cancelled in the past year as reliability is at a joint record low amid major staffing shortages..
King praises doctors and nurses who provided care during cancer treatment
The Monarch spoke from Fitzrovia Chapel, a former London hospital chapel.
Man 39 shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve
A 39-year-old man was shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve..
Britons enjoying remarkably mild Christmas Eve
Britons are enjoying a remarkably mild Christmas Eve as shoppers dash to buy last-minute gifts and travellers head home for the festive season..
Over 10000 in armed forces not medically deployable Ministry of Defence says
More than 10,000 people in the armed forces are not medically deployable, figures from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have shown..
PM looks to brighter future at Christmas and wishes for peace in Middle East
Sir Keir Starmer said he would be looking towards a better, brighter future for every person in a Christmas message following a turbulent year for the UK..
Government aims to restore clarity with consultation on petrol car phase out
A consultation has been launched into the phase-out of petrol and diesel cars by 2030..
Permanent crisis in AE caused thousands of deaths in 2024
The Scottish Government has been accused of having responsibility for a disgracefully high number of deaths following growing waits for treatment in hospital accident and emergency departments..
Young people more likely to spend Christmas alone study finds
The number of young people spending Christmas Day alone has doubled, according to new research that compares festive attitudes and behaviours in 2024 and 1969..
How will a second Trump presidency impact the tech world in 2025
A second Donald Trump presidency is expected to be consequential in many ways, and its impact on the tech sector will be a key area after he enters office in January..
England captain Ben Stokes out for at least three months with torn hamstring
Ben Stokes will undergo surgery on a torn hamstring and be out of action for at least three months..
Two men jailed over 42m cocaine smuggling bid
Two men who tried to smuggle £42 million worth of cocaine into the UK have been jailed..
Luigi Mangione denies murdering UnitedHealthcare chief executive
The man accused of fatally shooting the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare has pleaded not guilty to murder and terror charges in a state case that will run parallel to his federal prosecution..
Arsenals Bukayo Saka emotional as he faces lengthy injury absence
Arsenal have been dealt a major injury blow after Mikel Arteta revealed a really emotional Bukayo Saka has been ruled out for many weeks with a hamstring tear..
Morrisons extends discounts after IT issues hit Christmas shopping
Morrisons has cut the price of items including turkeys and Champagne for all shoppers after a system glitch hit its loyalty card on Monday, but some customers may face delayed Christmas orders..
Met Office forecasts mild Christmas with notably high temperatures
The Met Office has forecast a mild Christmas with notably high temperatures over the festive period..
Local News
Photos show aftermath of devastating fire that destroyed house
East Sussex Fire and Rescue crews said eight fire engines were sent to the scene of the garage blaze after the building and six cars went up in flames
Warning as outraged shopper finds 'live bed bug' in Vinted parcel
An outraged shopper has claimed to find a 'live bed bug' in their Vinted parcel.
I counted every Celebrations, Quality Street and more - any favourites missing?
I counted every Celebrations, Quality Street, Roses and Heroes - find out which Christmas tub has the most chocolates for 2024.
I tried the world's best condiment and it wasn't ketchup or brown sauce
I tried what has been dubbed the world's best condiment and it wasn't ketchup, HP Sauce or mustard.
UK economy unexpectedly declines for the second month in a row
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said gross domestic product (GDP) contracted 0.1% in October
DWP guidance on Winter Fuel Payment eligibility and how much you could get
In England and Wales, older people may get DWP Winter Fuel Payments to help them with their heating bills.
Cadbury chocolate Easter eggs spotted in B&M as shoppers say 'far too early'
Shoppers have spotted Cadbury White Creme Eggs and Mini Eggs in B&M stores across the UK - is December too early for chocolate Easter eggs?
Royal Mail fined £10.5m for missing first and second class delivery targets
Royal Mail said just under three-quarters of first class post was delivered on time
Mortgage advisor’s 12 hacks to help you save for a deposit over the festive period
Ahead of Christmas, these are 12 top tips to help house-hunters resist the urge to splurge and stay on track with their savings plan
Cheap train ticket hack that can reduce your rail fares by 78 per cent
Spilt journey tickets were a hack used by travellers willing to do the legwork, but now the Virgin app does it all in one.
What's the worst Christmas bonus you've received? 'A single teabag' 'paperclips'
From teabags and paperclips to mini torches and half-dead flowers, there have certainly been some odd ones 'gifted' to you
Boarding school teacher jailed again for abusing pupil
A former boarding school sports teacher was jailed for a second time after forcing another victim to give evidence
Two witnesses sought after man arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly
An elderly woman and a man are being looked for by police as witnesses after a man was arrested.
Mystery as man found in street with serious injuries
A man was found in the street with serious injuries yesterday evening, prompting a police investigation
Royal Mail and Evri Christmas 2024 post deadlines
Evri and the Royal Mail have shared their latest recommended posting dates for your post to arrive in time for Christmas
Updates as three-car A27 crash causes miles of traffic and 30 minute delays
Live updates after a reported crash on the A27 is causing heavy traffic near Falmer
Brighton fans to be offered discount train tickets to these away games
Brentford and Brighton fans receive discounts for sustainable travel as part of Trainline’s ‘I Came by Train’ campaign, promoting greener matchday journeys.
Councils hands out thousands of pounds to community groups
Mid Sussex District Council awards £33,000 to nine community groups to support projects improving well-being and aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Plot of land that was once home to railway carriage cottages to be auctioned
Historic plot in Bognor Regis, once home to railway carriage cottages, goes to auction on January 22, 2025, celebrating local heritage.
Steps being taken to improve road safety
Nusrat Ghani MP convenes meeting with Sussex Police and local leaders to address safety concerns at the dangerous A267/A272 junction.