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Updates as police respond to serious collision

Updates as police respond to serious collision

Train services disrupted as passengers warned 'not to travel' - live updates

Train services disrupted as passengers warned 'not to travel' - live updates

Train services disrupted as passengers warned 'not to travel' - live updates

Pictures show extensive damage caused to the restaurant

Pictures show extensive damage caused to the restaurant

Shocking pictures show damage caused to restaurant after it was hit by car

There are potentially dangerous and unstable structures on the site

There are potentially dangerous and unstable structures on the site

Public urged to stay away from 'dangerous' historic site after fire breaks out

29 pigeons were found dead on Southsea Beach on December 29 last year

29 pigeons were found dead on Southsea Beach on December 29 last year

Almost 30 dead pigeons wash up on beach

Peacehaven in Sussex has been named one of the worst places to live in England following new analysis

Peacehaven in Sussex has been named one of the worst places to live in England following new analysis

Sussex seaside town named one of England's worst places to live - do you agree?

Bruha in East Street, Brighton has closed

Bruha in East Street, Brighton has closed

Customers 'absolutely gutted' by closure of restaurant amid financial problems

The stretch of coastal path ends on West Wittering's sandy beach

The stretch of coastal path ends on West Wittering's sandy beach

New 35-mile stretch of 'world's longest coastal path' opens to the public

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Famous comedian and TV star to quit Sussex home for Scottish Highlands

The Bramley apple tree being planted at Gravetye Manor. Left to right: Robin Flower, Thomas Steven, Tom Coward, Dan Llywelyn Hall and Georgia Palmer

The Bramley apple tree being planted at Gravetye Manor. Left to right: Robin Flower, Thomas Steven, Tom Coward, Dan Llywelyn Hall and Georgia Palmer

Sapling from the original Bramley apple tree planted at Sussex manor

An aerial impression of the proposed development

An aerial impression of the proposed development

Planning and development

Plans for up to 125 new homes on the edge of town could see farmland lost

St Peter'S Square

St Peter'S Square

Brighton and Hove City Council

'This licence would make my home unliveable and unworkable for a whole month'

Arrdee filmed his latest music video in the Hove cafe

Arrdee filmed his latest music video in the Hove cafe

Renowned rapper films music video at seafront cafe

News

The Brighton and Hove Beach Bus will travel across the city on Thursday, February 5.

The Brighton and Hove Beach Bus will travel across the city on Thursday, February 5.

Beach Bus hits the road to start mental health conversations

previous year's commissioned artist Dave Pop.

previous year's commissioned artist Dave Pop.

This is why banners will be put up in Brighton city centre

Changes include amendments to permit parking, shared permit or paid parking.

Changes include amendments to permit parking, shared permit or paid parking.

Council confirms patchwork of parking amendments across city

Staff were praised for their gentle and respectful interactions with children.

Staff were praised for their gentle and respectful interactions with children.

Nursery first in city to be inspected under new Ofsted framework

Grove Park Healthcare Group

Grove Park Healthcare Group

Grove Park Mental Health Hospital Opening 16th February 2026

Column: What do you do when the president makes no sense at all

The latest ONS figures reveal the number of police-recorded knife crime incidents in Sussex fell by nearly 20 per cent.

The latest ONS figures reveal the number of police-recorded knife crime incidents in Sussex fell by nearly 20 per cent.

ONS figures reveal knife crime reduction across Sussex in latest report

Lottie Walker stars in hit solo play on pioneering union leader Sara Wesker in Brighton.

Lottie Walker stars in hit solo play on pioneering union leader Sara Wesker in Brighton.

One-woman show to tell the story of forgotten union leader Sara Wesker

Poetry award competition winners.

Poetry award competition winners.

Cultural attractions

Write on Track winners announced as poems displayed at Rye station

Martin Allen and Alan Corbett.

Martin Allen and Alan Corbett.

Arts centre kicks off new year with boost from new business sponsor

Colin and Doreen at their anniversary lunch.

Colin and Doreen at their anniversary lunch.

Couple celebrating 70-plus years of marriage honoured at special event

Free half-term sports event teaching skills to children

Local government

Town plans for 300 new homes per year amid warning of developer free-for-all

Stationed next to the decorative boat opposite Morrisons petrol station on Station Approach, the sign enjoys significant visibility from the A259 and the railway line.

Stationed next to the decorative boat opposite Morrisons petrol station on Station Approach, the sign enjoys significant visibility from the A259 and the railway line.

Bidding opens for prime promotional space near key commuter spot

Mary Greenwell on Desert Island Discs.

Mary Greenwell on Desert Island Discs.

Make-up artist who worked with Princess Diana honoured with MBE

AI chatbots could support working people struggling with alcohol misuse

AI chatbots could support working people struggling with alcohol misuse

AI chatbots could support working people struggling with alcohol misuse

After more than five decades of life on the road, much-loved British music legend Leo Sayer will return to the UK in autumn 2026 for what will be his final full UK tour.

After more than five decades of life on the road, much-loved British music legend Leo Sayer will return to the UK in autumn 2026 for what will be his final full UK tour.

Leo Sayer confirms final UK tour with hit-packed show this autumn

Column: Looking ahead to 2041 and what I predict to be writing about for that year

A woman discovered a pile of dead chicks and fish on a green in Pevensey

A woman discovered a pile of dead chicks and fish on a green in Pevensey

Woman's horror after finding huge pile of dead chicks while walking dog

Gary Kelly holding the leaflet which was put through his door

Gary Kelly holding the leaflet which was put through his door

Man's outrage as 'cold-calling estate agent takes photos of his house'

Elvis Costello PA Photo: Yui Mok.

Elvis Costello PA Photo: Yui Mok.

Top 70s and 80s star adds Brighton show to new tour

'Face' in collapses cliff draws comparisons to popular film character

'Face' in collapses cliff draws comparisons to popular film character

'Face' in collapsed cliff draws comparisons to popular film characters

Who do you think is most likely to headline Brighton Pride 2026?

Who do you think is most likely to headline Brighton Pride 2026?

Vote in our poll

Who will headline Brighton Pride 2026? Take a guess in our poll

Welkin Halls of residence will be demolished

Welkin Halls of residence will be demolished

Planning and development

Hundreds of people set to be evicted from their homes by the NHS

Sport

Fabian Hurzeler looks disappointed after the draw with Everton

Brighton and Hove Albion FC

Albion lead the way in this stat but dropped points have cost them

Albion players applaud Rado Vidosic ahead of the London City game

Albion players applaud Rado Vidosic ahead of the London City game

Brighton and Hove Albion FC

How Albion are supporting head coach after emotional tribute

Matt O'Riley did not build on a good start at Marseille

Matt O'Riley did not build on a good start at Marseille

Brighton and Hove Albion FC

Verdict on Matt O’Riley at Marseille as loan is cut short

Albion have been involved in some tight VAR calls recently

Albion have been involved in some tight VAR calls recently

Brighton and Hove Albion FC

Highly-regarded VAR set for Brighton and Palace showdown

Pascal Gross was the one big addition

Pascal Gross was the one big addition

TRANSFER WINDOW

Brighton and Hove Albion FC

The big talking points about Albion's transfers - and can they capitalise on them?

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National Sport

Brendon McCullum says his players have suffered a “pile-on” after criticism of their behaviour across the winter (Robbie Stephenson/PA)

Brendon McCullum says his players have suffered a “pile-on” after criticism of their behaviour across the winter (Robbie Stephenson/PA)

Brendon McCullum hits back at ‘out of order’ criticism and defends Harry Brook

John Virgo has died at the age of 79 (Hannah McKay/PA)

John Virgo has died at the age of 79 (Hannah McKay/PA)

Snooker great John Virgo dies aged 79

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will be one of England’s main threats in the Six Nations (David Davies/PA)

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will be one of England’s main threats in the Six Nations (David Davies/PA)

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso reminds England World Cup-winner Jason Robinson of himself

Marine Nationale winning last year’s Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham (David Davies/The Jockey Club)

Marine Nationale winning last year’s Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham (David Davies/The Jockey Club)

Connell retains maximum confidence in Marine Nationale

Sandown’s Grand Military Gold Cup card is off (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Sandown’s Grand Military Gold Cup card is off (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Sandown forced to call off Grand Military Gold Cup day

Arsenal are on their way to Wembley (John Walton/PA)

Arsenal are on their way to Wembley (John Walton/PA)

‘It’s just magical’ – Arsenal celebrate reaching first final in six years

Arsenal’s Declan Rice (left), Piero Hincapie and Gabriel celebrate after beating Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup final (John Walton/PA)

Arsenal’s Declan Rice (left), Piero Hincapie and Gabriel celebrate after beating Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup final (John Walton/PA)

Wednesday’s briefing: Arsenal reach a final as Pep Guardiola makes money point

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Arts and Entertainment

Arrdee filmed his latest music video in the Hove cafe

Renowned rapper films music video at seafront cafe

Famous comedian and TV star to quit Sussex home for Scottish Highlands

previous year's commissioned artist Dave Pop.

previous year's commissioned artist Dave Pop.

This is why banners will be put up in Brighton city centre

Lottie Walker stars in hit solo play on pioneering union leader Sara Wesker in Brighton.

Lottie Walker stars in hit solo play on pioneering union leader Sara Wesker in Brighton.

One-woman show to tell the story of forgotten union leader Sara Wesker

Martin Allen and Alan Corbett.

Martin Allen and Alan Corbett.

Arts centre kicks off new year with boost from new business sponsor

Business

Bruha in East Street, Brighton has closed

Customers 'absolutely gutted' by closure of restaurant amid financial problems

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Chinese restaurant closes suddenly following 'extremely busy' final weekend

Arrdee filmed his latest music video in the Hove cafe

Arrdee filmed his latest music video in the Hove cafe

Renowned rapper films music video at seafront cafe

Pictures show extensive damage caused to the restaurant

Pictures show extensive damage caused to the restaurant

Shocking pictures show damage caused to restaurant after it was hit by car

Grove Park Healthcare Group

Grove Park Healthcare Group

Grove Park Mental Health Hospital Opening 16th February 2026

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National News

Engineers work on a derailed train at a depot in south-east London (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

Engineers work on a derailed train at a depot in south-east London (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

Biggest rail franchise issues ‘do not travel’ alert after ‘multiple incidents’

GSK has revealed stronger sales and profits (GSK/PA)

GSK has revealed stronger sales and profits (GSK/PA)

GSK posts higher profits but indicates sales growth to slow in 2026

Lord Mandelson resigned from his membership of the Labour Party as he does not wish to ’cause further embarrassment’ over his links to Jeffrey Epstein (PA)

Lord Mandelson resigned from his membership of the Labour Party as he does not wish to ’cause further embarrassment’ over his links to Jeffrey Epstein (PA)

Mandelson’s US job appointment details set for release amid Epstein fallout

A soldier from the 2nd Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment (The Poachers) scopes for enemy troops on the Tapa range in Estonia where British soldiers are taking part in Exercise Winter Camp (Ben Birchall/PA)

A soldier from the 2nd Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment (The Poachers) scopes for enemy troops on the Tapa range in Estonia where British soldiers are taking part in Exercise Winter Camp (Ben Birchall/PA)

Soldiers wade through ‘chest-deep’ snow during training close to Russian border

The NAO said there was a large underspend in gate security (Alamy/PA)

The NAO said there was a large underspend in gate security (Alamy/PA)

Prison windows and X-ray scanners not being fixed amid drug crisis – watchdog

The FSA said the latest batch was only distributed in Northern Ireland (PA)

The FSA said the latest batch was only distributed in Northern Ireland (PA)

Fresh batch of baby formula recalled over presence of toxin

Andrew is believed to have moved out of Royal Lodge (Kirsty Wigglesworth/PA)

Andrew is believed to have moved out of Royal Lodge (Kirsty Wigglesworth/PA)

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves out of Windsor home

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