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Health Secretary ashamed as pressure leads to critical incidents in hospitals
The Health Secretary has said he feels ashamed at the experiences of some patients in the NHS, admitting that some patients are being taken to hospital to die because the right care is not available when they need it..
Teenager stabbed to death on bus in London
A 14-year-old boy has been stabbed to death on a bus in south-east London, the Metropolitan Police said..
CAA workers to take industrial action in pay row
Members will work to rule and ban overtime from January 20.
Meta ends fact checking on Facebook and Instagram
Will instead rely on community notes.
McDonalds faces fresh harassment claims
UK boss faces MPs.
NHS trusts declare critical incidents amid sustained pressure
Flu season is the straw that is breaking the camels back.
South Korean agency receives new warrant to detain impeached President Yoon
South Koreas anti-corruption agency says it has received a new court warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol after its previous attempt was blocked by the presidential security service last week..
Alexis Jay No need for new grooming gangs inquiry just get on with reforms
The head of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse has said the time has passed for another lengthy examination of grooming gangs and that the row is distracting from the issues..
Severe flooding and snow disrupt travel as weather warnings remain
Severe flooding and snow are causing travel disruption as weather warnings remain in force..
Social Justice Secretary to announce Budget will eradicate child poverty
The Social Justice Secretary is to pledge to eradicate child poverty through warm safe homes, sustainable jobs and benefits..
Weather warnings in force as flooding risk persists
Weather warnings for snow and ice are in force across much of the UK after severe flooding and snow caused travel disruption and school closures..
Starmer hits back at critics of his record on grooming gangs amid Musk row
Sir Keir Starmer has defended his record of prosecuting child grooming gangs and said those spreading misinformation are not interested in the victims, as he remains locked in a row with billionaire Elon Musk..
Commuters hit by travel disruption as severe weather warnings persist
Many commuters are suffering travel disruption from severe weather, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked..
Aldi beats rival Lidl as cheapest supermarket of 2024
Aldi has beaten its supermarket rival Lidl as the UKs cheapest supermarket of 2024, according to consumer website Which?..
Former child abuse inquiry chairwoman urges Government to act over 2022 report
The former head of a national inquiry into child sexual abuse has called for the full implementation of reforms set out in her 2022 report amid calls in Westminster for the Government to launch a fresh review..
UKs first liver transplant for advanced bowel cancer is a success
A young woman is cancer-free after undergoing the UKs first liver transplant for advanced bowel cancer..
Starmer sets out plans to cut hospital backlog with millions more appointments
Patients will be able to book more tests and scans after work and at weekends as part of plans to free up millions of medical appointments and slash waiting lists for elective treatment..
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welbys last day as he quits over Church abuse
Justin Welby is spending his final day as Archbishop of Canterbury, as he prepares to step down over failures in handling a Church of England abuse scandal..
Heavy snow and freezing rain sweep in as amber warnings come into force
Large parts of the UK are facing heavy snow and freezing rain, which is likely to cause disruption, after two amber weather warnings came into force..
Luke Littler hammers Michael van Gerwen to win first World Championship
Luke Littler realised his dream by winning the World Championship after bulldozing his way past Michael van Gerwen..
Local News
People 'seen in the road' on A27, causing delays
People have been seen on the A27, according to traffic reports
Motorcyclist 'thought he was going to die' in horror crash
A young motorcyclist said he “believed he was going to die” after suffering life-changing injuries in a crash with a car
Get Busy buying tickets - Sean Paul is coming to Brighton
The Temperature is set to rise at the Brighton Centre next year as Sean Paul takes to the stage as part of a UK tour
Singer in hit band leaps into audience to save woman
Travis Eastbourne Winter Garden Four stars A JOYOUSLY uplifting concert by the Scottish band Travis started with their lead singer leaping into the audience when he saw a fan fall ill.
Police hunting for attacker after man stabbed in street
A man was stabbed in Celandine Close, Crawley.
Chris Packham backs campaign against building on green land
Chris Packham supports the No to WivelsTown campaign, opposing government plans to build on East Sussex green spaces and urging sustainable housing solutions.
Pupils and staff sport festive knitwear to raise funds for charity
Greenway Junior School in Horsham participated in Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day, raising funds and spreading festive cheer for a great cause.
RSPCA reveals 23 per cent rise in abandoned pets this Christmas
RSPCA reveals a 23% rise in abandoned pets over Christmas, with over 1,000 cases reported. The charity urges support for its rescue efforts.
£15k in parking fines issued in three days and cars seized for ignoring 81 fines
The council has fined persistent parking offenders £15,000 in a targeted crackdown.
John Lydon's band to perform at Brighton music venue
Public Image Ltd (PiL) will perform in Brighton as part of their 2025 tour.
Home schooling allows parents to tailor education
In recent years, home schooling has seen a significant rise in England, an increase of about 20 per cent. This educational choice, once considered unconventional, is embraced by a growing number of families. As with any educational approach, home schooling comes with its own set of benefits and challenges.
University of Chichester academic addresses Swedish parliament
Daria Mattingly, University of Chichester lecturer, presents Holodomor research to Swedish Parliament, aiding MPs in upcoming genocide vote.
St George’s Church welcomes a folk legend in 2025
Folk musician Seth Lakeman brings his The Granite Way tour to Brighton’s St George’s Church on March 1, 2025, showcasing his new album inspired by Devon folklore.
New phase of housing development brings 264 homes to town
Vistry Group launches 264 homes at The Gateway in Bexhill-on-Sea, offering a mix of private sales, shared ownership, and affordable housing options.
Council hands over popular festival to local creatives
Worthing Borough Council has handed over the summer arts and culture festival to the community, inviting local creatives to lead its 2025 evolution.
Eastbourne council signs deal with major theatre operator
Eastbourne Borough Council partners with Trafalgar Theatres to operate the Congress Theatre, Devonshire Park Theatre, and Winter Garden, ensuring world-class entertainment.
Local MP joins 'Vicky the cow' to show support for farmers
A local MP joined farmers outside Parliament to show support against the proposed family farm tax.
Housebuilder donates 240 Christmas tree saplings to schools
Barratt Homes donates 240 Christmas tree saplings to Willingdon and Grovelands primary schools in East Sussex, supporting outdoor learning and ecology.
Children in West Sussex care to receive special Christmas celebrations
West Sussex County Council hosts festive events at children’s homes, featuring Santa grottos, parties, and Christmas meals for children in care.
Hundreds of new homes to be built in Hastings
There has been a considerable increase in the number of new homes set to be built in Hastings, as part of government plans to build 1.5 million new homes