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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.
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.
Lewes beat Whitehawk 1–0 with late winner at The Dripping Pan
Mackenzie Richardson’s 86th-minute header gave Lewes a 1–0 South Downs derby win over Whitehawk. Here is what happened and where supporters can watch Lewes next.
Brighton Women beat Charlton 5–1 at Amex for first WSL win
Brighton Women came from behind to beat Charlton 5–1 at the Amex, securing their first WSL win of the season. Here is what the result means and when Albion play next.
Varndean College secures up to £4.44m for new Brighton teaching building
Varndean Sixth Form College has secured up to £4.44m for a new Skills and Business Building with nine teaching rooms. The college expects it to open in August 2028.
Old Slipper Baths housing plan approved for 11 temporary Brighton homes
Brighton councillors approved the Old Slipper Baths conversion on 7 October, a meeting report says. What the 11 temporary homes offer and how to get housing help now.
A259 Hove to Portslade roadworks to start in coming weeks
A259 Hove to Portslade roadworks will begin in the coming weeks. Here is the route, first phase, travel impact and what residents should do.
Old Steine traffic lights go live as Brighton’s Valley Gardens revamp nears completion
New traffic signals are operating around Old Steine as Brighton’s Valley Gardens Phase 3 project approaches completion. Here is what has changed and what remains.
Whitehawk £1 bus fare extended to March 2027 on routes 1 and 21
The Whitehawk £1 bus fare on routes 1 and 21 has been extended to 31 March 2027. Here are the zone limits, payment options and what happens next.
Brighton train disruption ends after Gatwick trackside fire
The Gatwick–Purley trackside fire disruption has ended and Brighton’s normal London rail route is open, although reduced-length trains remain.
Woodingdean council flats plan: 42 homes proposed on Warren Road
Up to 42 council-rented flats are proposed for Warren Road in Woodingdean. See the consultation dates, site details and what residents should ask.
Brighton seafront arches work to start within weeks on King’s Road
Major work on Brighton’s King’s Road seafront arches will start within weeks. Here is what is closing, the funding, and what residents should watch.
