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Government asks MP watchdog to review expenses rules after 900 pet rent claim
Ministers will ask a Parliamentary watchdog to review some expenses claims after a Labour MP was able to claim £900 from the taxpayer in pet rent..
Construction worker turned kiltmaker set to light up New York City catwalks
A former Ayrshire construction worker who designed the first tartan to go into space is set to light up the catwalks of New York City..
Free morning after pill at pharmacies will end unfair postcode lottery
Health minister Stephen Kinnock said making the morning-after pill free from pharmacies in England will end an unfair postcode lottery..
Geri Horner says there will be something from full Spice Girls line up
Geri Horner has predicted all five Spice Girls will perform together at some point in the future..
Harrys toxic brand impacted charity he founded in honour of Diana says chair
The chairwoman of a charity set up by the Duke of Sussex has criticised the toxicity of his brand and its alleged impact on the organisation..
Sundays football briefing Eze does it for Palace joy for Forest and more cup ties await
Eberechi Ezes dream week continued as Crystal Palace booked their place in the FA Cup semi-finals with a thumping 3-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage..
Veterans recall euphoric VE Day celebrations ahead of 80th anniversary
A group of Second World War veterans have described dancing and singing in the streets during euphoric Victory in Europe Day celebrations nearly 80 years ago..
Fairer chocolate trade transforming mothers lives in Ivorian cocoa villages
Mothers in impoverished Ivory Coast cocoa communities say fairer prices and contracts are helping to transform their lives and support their children..
Government to host international summit to combat people smuggling gangs
The Government is to host the first international summit in the UK on how to tackle people-smuggling gangs..
Eberechi Eze shines as Crystal Palace ease past Fulham into FA Cup semi finals
Eberechi Eze was the difference maker as Crystal Palace booked their trip to Wembley with a 3-0 win over Fulham in the FA Cup quarter-finals..
Three dead following house fire in Northamptonshire village
Three people have died following a fire at a former station house and listed building, police have said..
Skygazers catch glimpse of partial solar eclipse
Skygazers have gathered across the UK to catch a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse..
Welby was overwhelmed by number of child abuse allegations he was informed of
Former archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said he was overwhelmed by the number of child sex abuse allegations he was informed of..
Powerful earthquake rocks Myanmar and Thailand killing more than 150 people
A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighbouring Thailand on Friday, killing more than 1000 people and destroying buildings, a bridge and a dam..
Container ship damaged in North Sea collision arrives in Port of Aberdeen
A container ship which collided with a US tanker in the North Sea, leading to its captain being charged with gross negligence manslaughter, has arrived in Aberdeen..
Girl 13 makes amazing recovery after being broken in half from horse fall
A teenage girl who was broken in half after falling from her horse and told that she might never walk again has made an amazing recovery by walking out of hospital unaided..
Tate Britain to return painting looted by Nazis from Jewish art collector
Tate Britain is set to return a 17th century painting to the family of a Jewish Belgian art collector after the work was taken from his home during the German occupation..
Guide Dogs celebrates queen great grandmother on Mothers Day
A former guide dog will celebrate Mothers Day with three other generations of her family after becoming a great-grandmother..
Hi Vis Stress Vest encourages builders to open up about mental health
Builders and construction workers are being urged to open up about mental health issues amid alarming suicide rates..
King required hospital observation due to cancer treatment side effects
The King required a short period of observation in hospital after experiencing side effects from his cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace has said..
Local News
All we know about teen murder arrest as man dies and child injured
A teenager has been arrested following the death of a man in a residential property - here’s all we know so far
Everything you need to know as ITV's Grace returns for series 5
Grace will be back on our screens on April 6 - here's the cast list and how you can watch series five of the crime/detective show.
Martin Lewis gives urgent pension warning for anyone aged under 73
Martin Lewis has urged Good Morning Britain viewers to check their National Insurance record urgently ahead of the deadline for boosting their state pension
'Vulnerable' girl raped in field - six boys arrested
A vulnerable teenage girl was raped in a field.
Man arrested for arson following 'suspicious' property fire
A man has been arrested following a ‘suspicious’ fire.
Martin Lewis: Two simple checks can lower your Council Tax bill forever
Martin Lewis explained on Good Morning Britain how two simple checks can lower your Council Tax bill forever
Tributes paid to 'much-loved' grandfather killed in crash
Tributes have been paid to a "much-loved" grandfather who died in a collision on Brighton Road in Woodmancote last month
Albion fans warned to consider travel plans amid construction works
Albion fans are being warned to consider their travel plans as road works cause traffic chaos.
Shocked neighbour heard 'screaming' during 'attack' in property
A neighbour reported hearing "screaming" during an alleged attack in a property
Pictures from the scene show police murder investigation
Police are gathering evidence as a teenage man is in custody following the death of a man in Brighton
How is car tax changing? HMRC rates updated - is yours going up?
Major changes to car tax vehicle excise duty (VED) will be introduced this week. Here's what you need to know, and a Martin Lewis hack
Speed camera warning to drivers as commonly believed myth could get you fined
The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.
Murder arrest for teenager after man dies and two seriously injured
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died and two people, including a child, were seriously injured
Teen murder arrest as man dies and child seriously injured
Police are investigating a man's death inside a property in Hartfield Avenue, Brighton.
Millions to get pay rise of up to £1,400 from today - what to know
The pay rise for more than 3 million workers comes as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase
Martin Lewis 'massively under-publicised' scheme that cuts council tax to zero
Martin Lewis has highlighted a 'massively under-publicised' benefit that can cut council tax bills to zero
Apple users warned they're 'most at risk in the world' of being hacked
Apple users in the UK are being warned they are the “most at risk in the world” of being hacked, after a powerful data security feature was removed.
Motorcyclist dies in crash with van
Police are appealing for witnesses to the collision, in which a motorcyclist from Kent died
Major fire breaks out at nightclub
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called at 11.10pm on 31 March to reports of a fire at a commercial property in Terminus Road, Eastbourne.
Arundel Castle to host medieval festival with combat and falconry
Arundel Castle’s Easter Medieval Festival returns April 18–20, 2025, bringing the year 1214 to life with combat displays, archery, falconry, live music, and hands-on family activities. Tickets available now.