Andy Burnham insisted prisoners would not be released early in September under plans to ease overcrowding in jails as the Tories demanded emergency legislation and the possible recall of Parliament to address the issue..

Cold case detectives remain “haunted” by the unsolved disappearance of Suzy Lamplugh 40 years on, as the clock ticks down to the case being mothballed in 12 months’ time..

New technical education routes will be available to 14-year-olds as Andy Burnham drives reforms to tackle youth unemployment..

Andy Burnham will seek cross-party talks on social care reform as he faces calls to legislate for a national care service before the next election..

Heat health alerts have been upgraded to amber in some areas of England as the fourth heatwave of the year looms and parts of the country struggle with persistent dry weather..

Wildlife presenter and Goodies star Bill Oddie has died at the age of 85, his agent has said..

Luke Littler warned he can still get better after crushing Gerwyn Price 18-9 to retain his Betfred World Matchplay title in Blackpool..

Andy Burnham said UK support for Ukraine “remains unwavering” ahead of welcoming Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday as his first international visitor since becoming Prime Minister..

A man suspected of carrying out the Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured has been shot dead by police during a confrontation in a suburb of the city..

AJ gets up off the canvas twice on his return to the ring; planned "Battle of Britain" with Tyson Fury now a step closer .

Police appeal for help in tracking down suspect after car drives into crowds at LGBT+ event .

More than a dozen people have been arrested after violence erupted in Glasgow between anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters..

Lewis Hamilton was dealt a blow in his bid for a record eighth world championship after he was demoted to fifth on the grid for Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix..

Evacuations and smoke advisories have continued after Police Scotland declared a major incident as emergency services battle a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..

UK high streets and shopping destinations are showing signs of recovery as more than 13 retail stores opened each week over the past year, according to new figures..

Authorities in France have evacuated some suburbs of Bordeaux as a massive wildfire shifted toward the city..

A horror injury to England’s Gabriel Langton overshadowed his team’s silver medal in the men’s team gymnastics final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow..

First Minister John Swinney has chaired a meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR) after homes were evacuated amid a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..

Firefighters will continue tackling a large industrial unit blaze in Essex into the weekend after a major incident was declared and residents were evacuated..

New testing kits are being rolled out by the Metropolitan Police to crack down on illegal e-bikes and e-scooters, with a record number of the vehicles seized so far in 2026..

A joint exhibition will feature art, healing and traditional Japanese practice.

The government’s decision to change Brighton & Hove’s boundary is a significant moment in uniting our communities along the Sussex coast

A colourful new mural has been unveiled at a community hub in Seaford.

A national planning policy document has come under fire from CPRE campaigners.

Surrounded by scenic countryside and rich in history, this East Sussex community offers a warm welcome to visitors and residents alike.

Egerton Park in Bexhill is once again flying the Green Flag Award.

A new wetland has become the latest addition to growing network of natural flood defences.

A new app designed to encourage real-world connections is helping people discover events and experiences in Sussex.

A programme of community performances will take centre stage at Eastbourne venue this summer.

Residents are being invited to help shape Brighton's future through a major new consultation

A new public artwork celebrating a legendary poet is step closer to being realised.

The Wimpy burger bar in West Street in Brighton has been refused permission to stay open until 5am.

After nearly dying three times, the “falcon mother” says her birds have given her a new purpose – and now she wants tougher rules for anyone keeping them

A high-flying parachute team is making its debut at the UK’s biggest free airshow in Eastbourne

Worthing Station is one of a number of destinations across the country that will receive the new anti-fare dodging measures

Residents say they would like to see the Guildbourne Centre in Worthing rejuvenated following its sale.

Still a well-kept secret, Woolbeding’s 30 acres of magical gardens are a masterpiece of planting and garden design

Swan Walk in Horsham was forced to close earlier this week after a pane of the building’s glass ceiling collapsed into the centre.

Emergency services were called to a collision involving two cyclists and a HGV lorry on the eastbound carriageway of the A27 just east of the Drusillas roundabout on July 18.

The A267 Tunbridge Wells Road has reopened following a serious crash this afternoon.