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Letter to the editor: The bedrock of international law
I am deeply disturbed by the view taken by the Conservative MP for Arundel and South Downs regarding the 1950 European Convention on Human Rights [ECHR] in his recent column [‘Political opinion with Andrew Griffith MP: We will have to withdraw from the ECHR’, WSCT, Nov 20 / 'Fundamental mistake'...
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Gatwick's I Love meet and greet service gears up to support Christmas Jumper Day
I Love meet and greet is getting festive this December as we join Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day celebrations. On Thursday 12 December, drivers at both Gatwick and Stansted airports will be wearing their most colourful and cheerful seasonal sweaters to help raise money for this fantastic...
“After being spiked by a needle, I’m fighting for safer nightlife”: Crawley woman launches petition calling for mandatory CCTV in all venue corridors
Mollie Penfold, a 24-year-old woman from Crawley, has launched a public petition calling for mandatory CCTV coverage in all corridors and stairwells leading to toilets in licensed venues—after being needle-spiked in the early afternoon in September this year.
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In photos: Sussex World readers send in striking images of the last Super Moon of 2025
The last Super Moon of 2025 was seen from Sussex on Thursday evening (December 4).
Delays and cancellations so far today at London Gatwick – Friday, December 5
These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick so far today (Friday, December 5).
Will there be county elections in Sussex?
The county councils in East and West Sussex are waiting to find out if county elections will be held in 2026.
Southern Rail: Points failure causes nearly eight hours of severe railway disruption in West Sussex
Trains were subject to major delays in West Sussex on Thursday morning (December 4).
Santa Bus returns to Crawley to spread joy and support local charities - all you need to know
Metrobus has announced that the much-loved Santa Bus is back in Crawley for its fourth spectacular year. This festive tradition will once again spread Christmas cheer and raise vital funds for local charities.
Former Chichester College Group principal receives lifetime achievement award for her contribution to further education in Sussex and across the UK
Former principal of the Chichester College Group, Shelagh Legrave, has received a lifetime achievement award for her contribution to further education locally and across the UK.
‘Animals are starving behind closed doors’ - Warning as pet neglect rises in West Sussex
Animals are starving behind closed doors – that’s the message from the RSPCA, who have revealed a heartbreaking 30 per cent rise in neglect reports in West Sussex exposing an animal welfare crisis.
London Gatwick announces new twice-daily service to popular European hotspot for summer 2026
London Gatwick has announced a new twice-daily service to an incredibly popular European destination for summer 2026.
Cinderella with a few twists at Chequer Mead this Christmas
Kevin Gauntlett is relishing the prospect of his ninth pantomime at Chequer Mead, East Grinstead – Cinderella running at the venue from December 6-January 4.
Dillie Keane and Barb Jungr offer the joy of Christmas in Guildford
Dillie Keane and Barb Jungr offer the joy of Christmas as they hit the stage again with Two Turtle Doves, accompanied by Michael Roulston on piano.
Long delays on M23 near Gatwick after crash: warning about debris on road
Drivers are being warned about ‘long delays’ on the M23 near Gatwick this morning (Thursday, December 4), following a collision.
Luxury West Sussex estate opens two stunning new cottages for guests to stay in
A West Sussex estate has added two more luxury properties for guests to stay in.
Stunning West Sussex gardens reveals top things to see this winter – including a dazzling lights display
Wakehurst, the beautiful gardens in mid-Sussex owed by Kew, has a host of things to see and do this winter.
Hobbycraft announces arrival of Toys“R”Us inside popular Crawley retail park store
Hobbycraft, the UK’s largest arts and crafts retailer, has announced the arrival of Toys“R”Us inside its popular Crawley retail park store.
London Gatwick inspires next generation at TeenTech Festival
London Gatwick joined leading employers, including Amazon Web Services and Arup, at the AMEX Stadium for the TeenTech Sussex Festival, an interactive, hands-on event to inspire young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
'Substantial amount of money' found in Crawley
Police are appealing for the rightful owner of a ‘substantial amount of money’ that was recently found in Crawley.
'A true gent' - Tribute to former Chelsea and Charlton defender and Crawley resident Marvin Hinton
Former footballer Marvin Hinton has died, aged 85.