Local News from Thursday, October 16th, 2025
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Sussex leaders unite to launch Informal Partnership Board ahead of Mayoral Combined County Authority
Leaders from across Sussex have held the first meeting of a new Partnership Board, a key step toward creating a Mayoral Combined County Authority for Sussex and Brighton.
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Councillors approve controversial bus lane plans in Eastbourne
Controversial plans to install new bus lanes in Eastbourne have been approved by county councillors.
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Reform UK in Portsmouth grows to six seats
Four Portsmouth Independent Party councillors have joined Reform UK, increasing the party’s representation on Portsmouth City Council to six members.
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Further information sought following fatal collision near Wilmington
Police are continuing to appeal for information after a fatal collision near Wilmington.
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Consultation on Sussex nature strategies launches
The public’s being invited to have their say on how to boost nature across Sussex.
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Children’s hospices in the South welcome national share of £80m funding
Children’s hospices across the South have welcomed a government pledge of £80M in new funding over the next three years.