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Six people have been jailed after a Sussex-led investigation dismantled a nationwide organised drug supply network that police estimate handled more than £56 million of illicit drugs. Sussex Police’s Serious…
Read the storyBrighton & Hove Albion have three names in contention for the Premier League’s September awards after an unbeaten month that lifted the Seagulls to third in the table. Head coach…
Read the storyUNIQLO has confirmed a 2027 opening for its new Brighton store at Churchill Square. Here is what is known about the location, timetable, planning and jobs.
Read the storyA rail communications fault disrupted Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express journeys in Sussex on 23 September. Brighton passengers delayed by 15 minutes or more may be able to claim compensation.
Read the storyA council report says Brighton & Hove’s education gap remains wide and finds limited evidence that its 2022–26 disadvantage strategy improved city-wide results.
Read the storyEast Sussex County Council says it may need further exceptional borrowing as adult and children’s social care costs are forecast to reach £560 million next year.
Read the storyMartha’s Rule will expand to every A&E in Sussex by March 2028, giving patients and families a route to request an urgent independent review.
Read the storyFourteen Brighton & Hove bus routes will divert around Western Road from 28 September to 6 November, with key stops temporarily closed.
Read the storyA burst water main and emergency roadworks on the A259 are causing heavy traffic and delays to five bus routes through Peacehaven.
Read the storyBrighton & Hove City Council’s cabinet has backed a 25-year seafront lease that could enable the Brighton Wheel to return to Madeira Drive.
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