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Sussex Green councillors issue statements on Zionism is racism motion

The Green Party's adoption of a policy describing Zionism as racism has prompted sharply divided responses from Green councillors across Sussex, despite several local groups publicly condemning antise...

Hove’s Babble café serves Sunday roasts with sea views and local produce

Babble, a café on Hove's promenade, opened in 2025 as part of the Hove Beach Park development. Its location provides sea views, while the dining room has a relaxed, informal atmosphere and staff who ...

Lewes Greens reject motion linking Zionism with racism as coalition hangs in balance

Green councillors on Lewes District Council have opposed a Green Party conference motion that equates Zionism with racism, rejecting the policy while seeking to preserve the authority's coalition arra...

West Sussex residents urged to prepare for flooding ahead of winter

People across the region are being advised to take action now ahead of the autumn and winter months to protect their properties from potential flooding. Local authorities are encouraging households t...

Brighton and Hove has zero licensed dog breeders, sparking welfare fears

The city of Brighton and Hove contains zero registered dog breeders operating under licence, according to data gathered by animal welfare organisations. The Naturewatch Foundation has called on local...

East Sussex College named joint-first English language provider in South East

East Sussex College has achieved recognition as one of the United Kingdom's leading providers of English language education. The institution has been ranked jointly first among further education coll...

East Sussex councillors back 30mph speed limit for villages

A proposal to examine the feasibility of establishing a uniform 30mph speed limit across villages in East Sussex has received unanimous backing from county councillors. East Sussex County Council deb...

West Sussex receives £182.7m to cover 90% of SEND deficit

West Sussex County Council has secured £182.7 million in additional government funding to help manage the financial pressures affecting its special educational needs and disabilities services. The mo...

Brighton man Andrew Cockerton loses five stone through football weight loss programme

A weight management initiative centred on football has enabled one individual to lose almost 34 kilograms. Andrew Cockerton, who is 31 years old and based in Brighton, entered the MAN v FAT Brighton ...

Brighton protest targets Home Office plans to disperse asylum seekers from city hotel

A substantial demonstration proceeded along Brighton's coastal promenade this morning, carrying a banner declaring the message that all people are migrants in opposition to Home Office proposals for c...

East Sussex parents reminded of October 31 secondary school application deadline

Parents of Year 6 pupils in East Sussex are being reminded that the closing date for secondary school applications is drawing near. Applications for secondary school placements commencing in Septembe...

Lewes report sets out seven flood risk actions 25 years after 2000 floods

A newly published study has outlined seven measures aimed at lowering flood vulnerability in Lewes while strengthening protections for inhabitants and commercial enterprises. The suggestions come in ...

East Sussex council backs motion to safeguard Uckfield-Lewes railway reopening

Concerns that a proposed development of 1,700 residences could obstruct efforts to restore a decommissioned railway corridor in Sussex have sparked demands for protective measures to be implemented. ...

Brighton council plans five-year leisure project at Black Rock with gallery vision

Brighton and Hove City Council has confirmed plans to redevelop the former swimming pool location at Black Rock for sporting and recreational purposes over the coming five years. The council's cabine...

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Sussex Green councillors issue statements on Zionism is racism motion

The Green Party's adoption of a policy describing Zionism as racism has prompted sharply divided responses from Green councillors across Sussex, despite several local groups publicly condemning antise...

Hove’s Babble café serves Sunday roasts with sea views and local produce

Babble, a café on Hove's promenade, opened in 2025 as part of the Hove Beach Park development. Its location provides sea views, while the dining room has a relaxed, informal atmosphere and staff who ...

Police appeal after four linked burglaries across West Sussex

Police are seeking information concerning four linked burglaries reported across West Sussex between October 13 and October 15. The first incident occurred at an address in Lurgshall, Petworth, at ap...

Second yellow wind warning issued for rest of Sussex

A fresh yellow wind warning has been issued by the Met Office for Storm Austen, which is expected to affect southern England and Wales overnight on Thursday and throughout Friday. Forecasters predict...