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Water Bills To See Small Steady Rise Despite Reform Plans Says Reed
Households will continue to face rising water bills despite an overhaul of how the sector is regulated, the Environment Secretary has said, but increases will be “small” and “steady”..
Oleksandr Usyk Proves Too Strong Again For Daniel Dubois At Wembley
Daniel Dubois’ undisputed world heavyweight dreams went up in smoke under the Wembley arch after he tasted defeat to Oleksandr Usyk for a second time..
9m Highland Estate Likely To Appeal To Buyers From Across Globe
A Highland estate in the Great Glen has been put up for sale for £9 million, with a property agency saying it is likely to appeal to buyers “from across the globe”..
Starmer Urged To Engage With Scotland Over Gaza Evacuations
The Prime Minister has been urged to engage with Scotland on evacuating injured children from Gaza who would otherwise be “left to die”..
Environment Secretary Pledges To Halve Sewage Pollution By 2030
The Environment Secretary has pledged to cut sewage pollution from water companies in half by 2030 compared to 2024 levels..
More Than 15000 Raised For Families Of Somerset Bus Crash Victims
More than £15,000 has been raised for the families of victims involved in a fatal bus crash in Somerset..
UK Braced For Thunderstorms With Risk Of Flood Damage
Yellow weather warnings have been extended to much of the UK as thunderstorms threaten to cause flooding and disruption this weekend..
Pro Palestine Protests Across The UK As Police Warn Over Banned Group Support
Protests will take place across the country calling for the ban on Palestine Action to be reversed, amid police warnings those showing support for the proscribed group face arrest..
Keir Starmer Backs UK Bid To Host World Athletics Championships In 2029
The Government has thrown its support behind the United Kingdom’s bid to host the World Athletics Championships and World Para Athletics Championships in 2029..
Single Jab Will Offer Protective Bubble To Premature Babies This Winter
A single, long-lasting jab that offers a “protective bubble” to premature babies from a common virus is set to be rolled out on the NHS in England this autumn..
Police Dog Behind 250000 Criminal Cash Haul Dies After Collision
A police dog who once sniffed out £250,000 in criminal cash and took part in Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral has died after a crash..
Saturdays Football Briefing Madueke Makes Arsenal Switch And Man Utd Agree Mbeumo Deal
Noni Madueke said Arsenal are ready to win all major honours after completing his £48million move from Chelsea..
New Test Could Revolutionise Aftercare For Thousands Of Breast Cancer Patients
Scientists have developed a new test for certain breast cancer patients which can predict whether or not their cancer is likely to return just two weeks after they start treatment..
Amber Weather Warning As Thunderstorms Bring Threat Of Flooding
An amber weather warning has come into place with dangerous thunderstorms threatening to bring a weekend of flooding to parts of the UK..
Still Looking For A Summer Hol
Turkey’s Marmaris tops ranking of cheapest family holiday destinations.
Labour Accuses Reform Of Threatening Almost One Million Jobs With Net Zero Plans
Reform UK’s “war” on net zero would cost almost one million jobs, the energy minister has claimed, as Labour steps up its attacks on Nigel Farage’s party over green power..
Kneecap To Face No Further Action From Police After Glastonbury Performance
A criminal investigation into the performance of Belfast rap trio Kneecap at Glastonbury Festival has been dropped by police..
Serious Pollution Incidents From Water Firms Up 60 Last Year
The number of serious pollution incidents caused by water firms across England rose by 60% in 2024 compared with the previous year, the Environment Agency said..
Child Who Died In School Coach Crash Was 10 Year Old Boy Police Say
The child who died in a school coach crash in Somerset was a 10-year-old boy, police have said..
Tributes Paid To Victims Of Devastating Fatal School Coach Crash
Tributes have been paid to the victims of a “heartbreaking and devastating” crash after a school coach trip returning from Exmoor Zoo slid down a 20ft slope in Somerset..
Local News
Recap: Power cut impacts homes and traffic lights
Around 2,477 homes are currently being impacted by a power cut in Arundel, according to Scottish and Southern Electricity Network.
Two Coronation Street legends set to quit show next week with a third teased
Viewers knew Sue Cleaver was leaving her role as Eileen Grimshaw, after it was announced months ago, after 25 years of her being on the soap.
Sainsbury's set to axe three key services in UK stores ‘by early summer’
Sainsbury's is set to axe its remaining patisserie, hot food and pizza counters in its UK stores by the summer
Nationwide customers issued key update on the £100 bonus payments
Nationwide customers are being urged to check the company's announcement on Thursday amid the prospect of £100 bonus payments.
Former Coronation Street star spotted working 'normal job' after being axed
The 24-year-old made public his decision to exit Coronation Street last month, where he revealed he wanted to "new pastures".
Netflix viewers in the UK could be risking £1,000 fines this weekend
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on
Vet issues warning to UK pet owners over snake bites this summer
There are three types of snake in the UK: grass snakes, smooth snakes and adders
Furious Ryanair customer abandons holiday over 'ridiculous' £55 charge
Hina said she refused to pay the 'ridiculous' fee - which cost almost as much as her £67 plane ticket to Lithuania
Carnival goers treated to group's wheelbarrow acrobatics
The Red Barrows—Eastbourne’s Beacon team and Media Attention—entertained crowds at the Eastbourne Carnival.
Hundreds take part in lighthouse challenge
Hundreds of walkers took part in the Beachy Head Lighthouse Challenge.
Unused land next to train station transformed into community garden
A once-overgrown plot next to Ore Station has been transformed into a vibrant community garden with support from local groups and Orbit Housing, offering a new space for residents and rail users.
Date announced for Naked Bike Ride 2025
The annual bare-all bike ride will see hundreds of cyclists stripping down and saddling up on Saturday, July 5. The Brighton event is part of the World Naked Bike Ride, which takes place in more than 50 cities worldwide.
Sexual health service could be closed
The potential closure of a drop-in sexual health clinic in Lewes is set for consideration by a senior county councillor.
20 elm trees to be felled at park
Conservation work to protect elm trees across Brighton & Hove will be carried out this week in East Brighton Park.
Updates after car crashes into building, triggering road closure
Common Road in Funtington is closed due to a car crashing into a building.
More than 100 attend Mid Sussex Applauds Awards to celebrate community heroes
The Mid Sussex Applauds Awards 2025 is an annual event that recognises those who go the extra mile for their community.
Step into summer with Chang: The authentic Thai beer
Plus, your chance to win a trip to Thailand with Amazing Thailand and EVA Air
Martin Lewis shares postcode lottery where you win money for free - how it works
Martin Lewis has shared details about a free postcode lottery called Pick My Postcode - here's how it works and what to do if you win.
House fire believed to have been started deliberately
A house fire in Horsham is believed to have been started deliberately.
New Worthing mayor is elected at annual council meeting
The mayor's charities for the year will include Worthing Food Foundation and Community Chest.