£5 Brighton Pride ticket levy proposed after two LGBTQ+ venue closures
A campaigner has proposed a £5 Brighton Pride ticket levy after R-Bar and Charles Street Tap closed. Here is what is confirmed, what is not, and what happens next.
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Sussex health research: more than 7,000 patients took part
More than 7,000 Sussex patients joined UHSussex research in 2025/26. Here is what the figures mean and how adults can register for studies.
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Montreal Arms Brighton sale: community groups face 3 November deadline
The Montreal Arms Brighton sale notice gives eligible community groups until 3 November to trigger a six-month window to prepare a bid.
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Jennifer Lopez at Brighton Pride 2027? No booking is confirmed
Jennifer Lopez is reportedly in talks for Brighton Pride 2027, but no booking has been confirmed. Here is what official sources actually show.
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Buckingham Road Brighton flats: 22-home scheme reaches topping-out milestone
The 22-flat scheme at 80 Buckingham Road has topped out. Here is what Brighton residents need to know about the homes, community space, accessibility and parking.
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Manuela Vanegas signs long-term Brighton contract
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Manuela Vanegas has signed a new long-term contract. Here is what the deal means for Albion’s women.
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Brighton away tickets: Hull and Panathinaikos sales open 6 October
Brighton away tickets for Hull City and Panathinaikos go on sale from 6 October. See priority windows, prices, points and practical advice.
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A27 Lewes road closure tonight overlaps A26 shutdown
The A27 eastbound closes from Ashcombe to Southerham tonight while the A26 is also shut near Lewes. See the times, affected journeys and advice.
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Brighton planning committee changes: meeting set for 28 October
Brighton’s Planning Committee will meet on 28 October before new delegation rules begin. See the speaker deadline and what changes on 31 October.
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Brighton rail replacement buses this weekend: closure and London routes
No direct trains will run between Brighton, Hove or Lewes and Three Bridges on 10–11 October. Here are the replacement buses and diverted London route.
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