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Councillor complains about complaints process
A councillor has questioned how objectively Brighton and Hove City Council deals with complaints. Conservative councillor Anne Meadows spoke out at the council’s the Audit, Standards and General Purposes Committee meeting at Hove Town Hall yesterday (Tuesday 21 April). The long-serving councillor ...
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Trains delayed by trespassers on tracks
UPDATE BELOW – Trains were delayed by trespassers on the tracks between Hove and Brighton railway stations this evening (Wednesday 22 April). Police closed Wilbury Villas, Hove, earlier and monitored the track from the bridge over the railway line there. Southern said: “A trespass incident has b...
Councillor calls for debate on i360 ‘lessons learnt’ report
A Labour councillor has officially called for a debate on the “lessons learnt” report on the loan to the i360 brokered by Brighton and Hove City Council. Councillor Liz Loughran made a formal request for the report be included on the agenda for the next meeting when the council’s Audit, Standa...
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Two bus routes set to merge
Two bus routes are set to merge from early summer with a route which goes via Brighton Station and North Street. Residents were told last month Brighton and Hove Buses was looking to link the popular 18 route with another. Bus passenger group Buswatch announced last week this would be the 50 route w...
Slow traffic on A27 near Falmer following earlier report of object on road
Slow traffic has been reported on the A27 near Falmer this afternoon (Wednesday, April 22).
Opinion: Brighton woman fights stigma through theatre
Since 2011, drug related death rates have been on the rise. I am Beatrice, a 23 year old who at 19 years old escaped the sinister grip of addiction(I am lucky to be alive.) Over my nearly 4 years sobriety I have made it my mission to learn how I and all of us can fight the rising problem of addictio...
I take a walk with a Sussex Blue Badge guide – and find what a difference it makes, having an expert to show you around
It is a genuine interest in people that makes former nurse Frances Farrer-Brown such an excellent person to lead a walk, and with more than 20 years' experience as a Blue Badge qualified tourist guide, she has built up an extensive knowledge of Sussex.
Drug dealer faces deportation after 30-month jail sentence
An Albanian drug dealer faces deportation having been jailed after he was caught by police on what he said was his first day delivering cocaine. Judge Christine Henson sentenced Renato Mici, 25, to two years and six months after hearing that he was arrested by police officers acting on intelligence....
I was called on stage at the opening night of The Choir of Man at Theatre Royal Brighton
I’m very lucky to have seen lots of amazing shows at Theatre Royal Brighton, but I’ve never seen them from the perspective of being on the stage… until last night.
DJH accelerates South East expansion with acquisition of Brighton-based Loucas
A leading accountancy and professional services group has accelerated its expansion into the South East with its second strategic acquisition.
Teen girl groped on Brighton bus
Police have this week released an image of a man they want to talk to about a sexual assault on a bus last month. The assault happened on the 46 to Hollingbury on Wednesday, 25 March at around 5pm. The bus was in Ditchling Road when the victim, a 14-year-old girl, was approached by a […]
Brighton casino hits the jackpot after completing £2.7 million refurbishment
Grosvenor Casino Brighton unveils a major transformation of its seafront venue, introducing enhanced gaming, a bespoke Poker Room, and a new dining destination with panoramic sea views.
Brighton’s first Michelin-starred restaurant in 50 years head chef to launch Foodies Festival
In a landmark moment for the city, visitors will have the rare opportunity to meet Brighton’s first Michelin-starred chef in over 50 years, Ewan Waller of Maré, as he officially helps launch the festival
Alabama duo celebrate Lindisfarne album with Brighton date
Alabama duo Sister Ray Davies embark on their UK debut tour with an album inspired by ancient British history.
Community effort helps Downs Infants green its grounds as 50th birthday gift to school
A new hedgerow has sprung up outside Downs Infant School on Ditchling Road - thanks to an impressive fundraising effort by pupils and a huge show of support from families, volunteers, and the wider community.
Sussex traffic and travel: 'Severe' delays on A27; temporary traffic lights on A21
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Wednesday, April 22.
Generous grant unlocks major upgrade at Shoreham Ropetackle
Major upgrade in exciting times
Objectors try to prevent former post office from becoming off-licence
Neighbours, nearby businesses, police and council officials have objected to an application to sell alcohol at a new convenience store at a former post office site. As a result, Brighton and Hove City Council plans to hold a licensing panel hearing to decide the matter. The application was submitted...
Pocket park campaigners aim to brighten up seafront road
A community is calling for support for its plans for a “pocket park” on two street corners that currently house communal bins. People living in St Aubyns, Hove, asked for a pocket park on the corner of Kingsway, the A259 seafront road, back in June 2022. Now their project is one of several vying...
Council looks to sell grade II listed building in The Lanes
The council could be about to put a grade II listed building up for sale after the previous tenant left owing more than £73,000 in rent. The building – in The Lanes – is in a dilapidated state, according to a report to councillors, and the proceeds from a sale could go towards the cost […]