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28 Brighton–London Victoria trains run at half length today
Southern lists 28 Brighton–London Victoria trains running with four coaches instead of eight today. See every affected departure and practical alternatives.
Western Road closes for 45-day rebuild as Brighton bus diversions begin
Western Road is closed between Holland Road and Montpelier Road until 6 November. Here are the Brighton bus diversions, missed stops and access details.
Brighton to London Victoria disruption ends after Clapham Junction fire
Brighton–London Victoria disruption has ended after the Clapham Junction fire. Southern no longer lists related delays or short-formed trains.
Brighton bus timetable changes start today across 11 routes
New Brighton & Hove Buses timetables begin on 27 September, changing university, school, coastal and Breeze services across Brighton and Sussex.
Sussex finish third in County Championship after 197-run win over Hampshire
Sussex beat Hampshire by 197 runs to finish third in the 2026 County Championship. The score, standout performances and what the result means for Hove.
Coldean neighbourhood plan backed by 374 votes to 43: what changes for Brighton planning
Coldean voters backed their neighbourhood plan by 374 to 43. Here is how it affects HMO and green-space planning decisions, and how residents can use it.
Interview: Remon of Sussex Airports Taxis pledges no fare rises through 2026
Remon explains why Sussex Airports Taxis says it will hold journey prices and absorb new airport fees through 2026, despite fuel costs. What passengers should check before booking.
Green Party wins Queen’s Park by-election in Brighton with 337-vote majority
Mark Strong has won the Queen’s Park by-election for the Green Party by 337 votes. See the full result, turnout and what changes at Brighton & Hove City Council.
Western Road red route review: Brighton scheme can proceed after scrutiny
Western Road’s red route can proceed after the 6 October scrutiny meeting, according to the local democracy report. What the outcome means for buses, deliveries and access.
Legal & General plans 1,000 job cuts as Brighton workforce faces uncertainty
Legal & General plans to remove around 1,000 roles by the middle of 2027, a restructuring that could affect staff connected with one of Brighton and Hove’s largest private-sector employers. The insurance and pensions group expects to reduce its workforce by about 10 per cent as part of a programme to simplify the organisation. Most…
Six jailed after Sussex-led investigation disrupts £56m UK drug network
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 and Organised Crime Unit worked with the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit on the investigation. Police said the group had connections across Sussex, London,…
Brighton trio shortlisted for Premier League September awards
Brighton & 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 Fabian Hürzeler has been shortlisted for Manager of the Month, while Pascal Gross and Babis Kostoulas are both nominated for Player of the Month. Public…
