Students today called on Parliament to toughen up the law and force landlords to provide decent accommodation. A survey by the National Union of Students released earlier this week showed 16 per cent lived in housing that was infested with vermin, 40
So Roger French receives no subsidies for his bus services? Then how come the word "subsidy" appears seven times in the article about the cutting of bus routes (The Argus, October 26, Page 23)? Come on Roger, you may give it a fancy name but it's still
Any medical pills from the doctor's can kill us if we take too many. So why worry about cannabis users? If they smoke too much of that, it will kill them too. Poor buggers. -M Frankel, Hove
A conservation group says there has been an "avalanche" of planning applications by people hoping to beat the stricter controls of a new national park. The Society of Sussex Downsmen says it has seen a huge increase in applications in parts of Sussex
These dramatic pictures show a huge blaze which raged through 2,000 scrap cars in a Newhaven yard today. The cars were burning out of control today as more than 110 firefighters battled a massive blaze. The pictures above - one taken as the blaze lit
Councillors and MPs welcomed plans announced today allowing abandoned vehicles to be towed away within 24 hours. Transport Secretary Stephen Byers said local authorities would be given new powers to remove wrecks swiftly. Local authorities usually have
I followed the correspondence about whether Brighton and Hove should have an elected mayor and read the information sent with the ballot paper. In the end, I decided to vote No because of one factor which was not picked up by any of the correspondents
A late goal from John Mitchell robbed Worthing as Oxford City grabbed a 2-2 draw at Woodside Road. Rebels came out with more fight than displayed in last Saturday's defeat by Thame United. Gavin Geddes wasted a glorious chance before giving Worthing the
The bilious outpourings of Jason Martin (Letters, October 24) were fairly typical of the more immoderate elements of the so-called Allies For Democracy. Extreme personal abuse and misinformation seemed to be the name of the game for many in the No campaign
Whitehawk went 4-0 up in 21 minutes but still dropped two precious home points. Hawks had defender Stuart Edwards sent-off on his debut and were held to a 4-4 home draw by Selsey after a dramatic second half. It was the third time in eight days Hawks
J Reid (Letters, October 25) is wrong to doubt the accuracy of Den Stockley's recollection in Your Memories (The Argus Weekend, October 20). I can assure J Reid that, at one time, Plummer Roddis and other major retail outlets in Brighton did close at
Job losses are expected after classified ad publication Friday-Ad Ltd announced it was closing three shops and a warehouse in Sussex. Bosses today announced its warehouse in Uckfield and shops in Heathfield, Crowborough and Bognor will close after Christmas
Had it not been for my involvement in the Gulls Eye fanzine or the support of its readers, I would never have ended up writing this column. I feel proud that I, along with a number of others, have helped give the massed Albion support a voice. Prior to
Steve Melton fired Albion through to Friday's quarter-final Southern Section draw in the LDV Vans Trophy. The former Nottingham Forest and Stoke midfielder struck a golden goal for Peter Taylor's Seagulls 62 seconds into extra time. Melton's dramatic
My wife and I experienced a very similar situation recently to that described in "Arrest threat for power sales pest" (The Argus, October 22). A representative from a gas company knocked on our door and told our 14-year-old daughter he wanted to read
Paul Stokes defied the pain barrier to help Lewes into round one of the FA Cup for the first time in their 116-year history. Stokes struck his first goal of the season, then substitute Dominic Shepherd bagged his 19th of the campaign in the second half
Sussex finished seventh in the inter-county swimming competition in Sheffield The Sussex squad of 24 swimmers competed in the 12-13, 14-15 and 16-17 age groups against 38 other squads from all over the United Kingdom. It was the county's best result since
Gatwick bosses insist safety and security are their top priorities following claims that a sacked worker later died fighting for the Taliban. Yasir Khan had "airside" access to planes on the tarmac as he delivered airline meals for five months immediately
Campaigners who successfully fought for a No vote in Brighton and Hove's mayoral referendum spent £6,073 on the campaign. Provisional accounts made public by the Allies for Democracy show the group raised £6,986 - the largest amounts coming from two trade
The son of jet engine inventor Sir Frank Whittle opened an exhibition at Gatwick dedicated to his father. Ian Whittle, who lives in Worthing, was guest of honour at the Father of the Jet Age exhibition at SkyView, the spectators' gallery in the south
An assistant greenkeeper died four days after a workplace accident left him pinned beneath a motor mower. An inquest jury at Chichester County Hall heard yesterday how Adrian Fairway, 33, had suffered no broken bones in the accident but the weight of
Students today called on Parliament to toughen up the law and force landlords to provide decent accommodation. A survey by the National Union of Students released earlier this week showed 16 per cent lived in housing that was infested with vermin, 40
A teenager was knocked unconscious in the street in Seaford, police said today. The 18-year-old was attacked by a man in Blatchington Road, Seaford at 11.15pm on Saturday. He suffered bruising to the head and spent the night at Eastbourne District General
Some of Brighton and Hove City Council's blunders: Blunder at the King Alfred, blunder with the binmen, blunder at St Catherine's in Hove. Has anyone been sacked? This is costing council taxpayers thousands. Who is responsible? It is not good enough to
I was pleased to hear so many voted against the proposal to build by Brighton station. It is chaotic enough around that area as it is. We do not need another hotel. Brighton and Hove is inundated with hotels, guest houses and supermarkets. Perhaps a large
Any medical pills from the doctor's can kill us if we take too many. So why worry about cannabis users? If they smoke too much of that, it will kill them too. Poor buggers. -M Frankel, Hove
Consumer watchdogs have warned people to be on their guard for cowboy contractors offering to repair drives after pensioners were almost conned out of £4,500. The cowboys had called on four properties in Horsham and persuaded residents to have their drives
A visit to any amenity tip is a revelation. Washing machines, cookers, television sets and discarded computers occupy much of the space and, recently, I saw a rank of bicycles. Not so many years ago, you would take yours for repair to Joe round the corner
A paedophile who set up a 'love nest' with an 11-year-old girl has been jailed for sexual assault and taking indecent pictures. Brian Richardson, 65, videotaped himself sexually abusing the girl during a series of sessions in a caravan in Eastbourne over
Two major development schemes at Gatwick Airport have been put on hold as the airline industry continues to struggle. The decision was made two weeks after airport strategy manager Alastair McDermid told our reporter that development plans were not affected
Two colleges officially unite to form the largest further education college in the county tomorrow. Lewes Tertiary College (LTC) and Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology (Ecat) will be known as Sussex Downs College. The college will be the biggest
Police were asking shoppers for help today in their hunt to find the post office robber who injured two customers. One of the customers died a week after the raid. Officers spent the morning at Jengers Mead shopping centre in Billingshurst where the robber
Police were asking shoppers for help today in their hunt to find the post office robber who injured two customers. One of the customers died a week after the raid. Officers spent the morning at Jengers Mead shopping centre in Billingshurst where the robber
A man escaped from a fire which ripped through flats above a seafront bar after he was woken by a smoke alarm. The resident of the flats above the Kazbah in Marine Parade, Worthing, had to push his way through smoke before making a dash for the fire escape
I expect the reason Rottingdean is not featured much in the new directory is because this publication is specifically for the travel trade, not general users. Tourist Board-qualified guides such as myself always include Rottingdean in a panoramic tour
I am sure I am not the only person to be appalled by the recent cases of child cruelty - which have resulted in a child's death - and the excuses by the social workers involved. When I saw the demonstration by social workers, I paid attention to see these
Whitehawk went 4-0 up in 21 minutes but still dropped two precious home points. Hawks had defender Stuart Edwards sent-off on his debut and were held to a 4-4 home draw by Selsey after a dramatic second half. It was the third time in eight days Hawks
Worthing Mayor Valerie Sutton got American wrestler Julio Torres in an arm lock before he threw her on his shoulders. They were promoting a wrestling spectacular in the town in December, which will raise cash for her charities. It should be a real money
The cat being evicted from Mill View Hospital (Letters, October 25) should be allowed to stay. This cat, known as "the reception cat", has been made welcome there for two years but, because he now has fleas, has to go. If all pet owners followed this
Brighton Bears have clinched a deal with Meridian TV for up to six of their games to be broadcast on terrestrial television. Bears' clash with Milton Keynes on November 17 will dominate a 90-minute highlights programme, also featuring interviews, to be
Steve Melton fired Albion through to Friday's quarter-final Southern Section draw in the LDV Vans Trophy. The former Nottingham Forest and Stoke midfielder struck a golden goal for Peter Taylor's Seagulls 62 seconds into extra time. Melton's dramatic
Demands on housing and services face growing pressures as more people flock south for a better life. New figures reveal East and West Sussex as one of the most attractive places in the UK in which to settle. This has led to an influx of new residents
Paul Stokes defied the pain barrier to help Lewes into round one of the FA Cup for the first time in their 116-year history. Stokes struck his first goal of the season, then substitute Dominic Shepherd bagged his 19th of the campaign in the second half
Sussex finished seventh in the inter-county swimming competition in Sheffield The Sussex squad of 24 swimmers competed in the 12-13, 14-15 and 16-17 age groups against 38 other squads from all over the United Kingdom. It was the county's best result since
Fund-raisers and managers of an Eastbourne theatre have vowed to keep it open despite news that a financial backer has pulled out. Patricia Venton, from Eastbourne, had offered to buy the freehold of the Royal Hippodrome in Seaside Road for £250,000 and
Lewes have admitted they would prefer to switch their FA Cup first round tie to Stoke City's Britannia Stadium. The Rooks claimed a place in round one for the first time in their 116-year history with a 2-0 win over Mangotsfield in front of a 1,802 crowd
Police are appealing for anyone who knew a man found dead at his home to contact them. The body of Roger Gristwood, 56, of Merewood Court, Carew Road, Eastbourne, was found on October 12. Police believe he may have been dead for some time. Coroner's officers
An assistant greenkeeper died four days after a workplace accident left him pinned beneath a motor mower. An inquest jury at Chichester County Hall heard yesterday how Adrian Fairway, 33, had suffered no broken bones in the accident but the weight of
Two boys were pulled from the sea near Brighton today after they were swept out by a huge wave. A member of the public threw the boys a lifebuoy and pulled them to shore. The youngsters were taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, but were
A girl has missed almost two months of lessons due to a dispute with education officials about which school she should attend. Claire Martin, 11, has been receiving private home tuition in Eastbourne while her father Keith fights to get her instated at
Families are facing a five-year wait for a council house in Brighton and Hove because of a crippling shortage of properties. There are 3,000 people on the waiting list in Brighton and Hove with 1,000 more expected to join by the end of the year. A further
The oldest pastry-rolling machine in Britain has been discovered in a village bakery - and it's owned by David BUNN. Mr Bunn's 40-year-old machine is still in daily use at Fellows Bakery in Ardingly. The bakery has been in the village since the 1800s
An assistant greenkeeper died four days after a workplace accident left him pinned beneath a motor mower. An inquest jury at Chichester County Hall heard yesterday how Adrian Fairway, 33, had suffered no broken bones in the accident but the weight of
Some of Brighton and Hove City Council's blunders: Blunder at the King Alfred, blunder with the binmen, blunder at St Catherine's in Hove. Has anyone been sacked? This is costing council taxpayers thousands. Who is responsible? It is not good enough to
I was pleased to hear so many voted against the proposal to build by Brighton station. It is chaotic enough around that area as it is. We do not need another hotel. Brighton and Hove is inundated with hotels, guest houses and supermarkets. Perhaps a large
I am researching the history of Chailey Heritage for a centenary book and would be grateful to hear from anyone who has memories of it in years gone by. My address is 51 St Nicholas Lane, Lewes BN7 2JZ. Email: sussexbooks @compuserve.com -David Arscott
A visit to any amenity tip is a revelation. Washing machines, cookers, television sets and discarded computers occupy much of the space and, recently, I saw a rank of bicycles. Not so many years ago, you would take yours for repair to Joe round the corner
Sorry for the repetition but why, oh why, oh why do things you can't live without break down during public holidays, in the early hours or at weekends? What day was it last year when we discovered the lavatory wouldn't flush and friends we'd invited round
A paedophile who set up a 'love nest' with an 11-year-old girl has been jailed for sexual assault and taking indecent pictures. Brian Richardson, 65, videotaped himself sexually abusing the girl during a series of sessions in a caravan in Eastbourne over
Two major development schemes at Gatwick Airport have been put on hold as the airline industry continues to struggle. The decision was made two weeks after airport strategy manager Alastair McDermid told our reporter that development plans were not affected
Two colleges officially unite to form the largest further education college in the county tomorrow. Lewes Tertiary College (LTC) and Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology (Ecat) will be known as Sussex Downs College. The college will be the biggest
Police were asking shoppers for help today in their hunt to find the post office robber who injured two customers. One of the customers died a week after the raid. Officers spent the morning at Jengers Mead shopping centre in Billingshurst where the robber
I expect the reason Rottingdean is not featured much in the new directory is because this publication is specifically for the travel trade, not general users. Tourist Board-qualified guides such as myself always include Rottingdean in a panoramic tour
I am sure I am not the only person to be appalled by the recent cases of child cruelty - which have resulted in a child's death - and the excuses by the social workers involved. When I saw the demonstration by social workers, I paid attention to see these
Worthing Mayor Valerie Sutton got American wrestler Julio Torres in an arm lock before he threw her on his shoulders. They were promoting a wrestling spectacular in the town in December, which will raise cash for her charities. It should be a real money
In the late summer, I had a serious accident and needed about four months off work. I am just beginning to look ahead to starting work again and I am told there are now no buses from Worthing after about 7.30pm because West Sussex County Council has withdrawn
Thousands of children who appear to be clumsy or inattentive may have a very good reason for their problem. The Royal National Institute for the Blind has discovered one in five children has undetected poor sight. It would be simple for the Government
The cat being evicted from Mill View Hospital (Letters, October 25) should be allowed to stay. This cat, known as "the reception cat", has been made welcome there for two years but, because he now has fleas, has to go. If all pet owners followed this
Brighton Bears have clinched a deal with Meridian TV for up to six of their games to be broadcast on terrestrial television. Bears' clash with Milton Keynes on November 17 will dominate a 90-minute highlights programme, also featuring interviews, to be
Here's new proof today, if any were wanted, that housing is the biggest problem facing Brighton and Hove City Council. The waiting list has thousands of people on it and is growing steadily. Some people in need face being on it for years. There are more
I read so many articles about our hospitals that I would like to give thanks that we have them. I was admitted with a broken rib and complications. I saw how hard-pressed the A&E department was, trying to deal with all the various cases. One October
Demands on housing and services face growing pressures as more people flock south for a better life. New figures reveal East and West Sussex as one of the most attractive places in the UK in which to settle. This has led to an influx of new residents
Albion's golden goal hero Steve Melton has his sights set on a trip to Cardiff after the frustration of missing out on a Wembley final. Melton struck in the second minute of extra time at Withdean last night to give the makeshift Seagulls a 2-1 win against
Lewes have admitted they would prefer to switch their FA Cup first round tie to Stoke City's Britannia Stadium. The Rooks claimed a place in round one for the first time in their 116-year history with a 2-0 win over Mangotsfield in front of a 1,802 crowd
A Brighton college have added a touch of Samba flair to their football squad. Brighton and Hove Sixth Form College have signed Brazilian hot-shot Vinny Pereira. Pereira, 16, comes from Goiania in the soccer-mad South American nation. He is a dead-ball
The brother of child abuse victim Maria Colwell has accused social workers of being no better than football hooligans in the wake of their protest action last week. Stephen Colwell, 43, said he was disgusted by the actions of staff who came out in support
Transsexual Natasha Thoday is today taking her fight to have her status fully recognised by UK law to Westminster. The supply teacher says she lives in fear because she is not legally recognised as a woman. Every day she copes with the knowledge that
Police are appealing for anyone who knew a man found dead at his home to contact them. The body of Roger Gristwood, 56, of Merewood Court, Carew Road, Eastbourne, was found on October 12. Police believe he may have been dead for some time. Coroner's officers
Sussex teenager Katie Neiman has taken her first step on the road to becoming a pop icon. The 17-year-old from Pembroke Crescent, Hove, has reached the final 50 contestants in ITV's Pop Idol search-for-a-star contest. They were chosen from 10,000 hopefuls
Two boys were pulled from the sea near Brighton today after they were swept out by a huge wave. A member of the public threw the boys a lifebuoy and pulled them to shore. The youngsters were taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, but were
A girl has missed almost two months of lessons due to a dispute with education officials about which school she should attend. Claire Martin, 11, has been receiving private home tuition in Eastbourne while her father Keith fights to get her instated at
Families are facing a five-year wait for a council house in Brighton and Hove because of a crippling shortage of properties. There are 3,000 people on the waiting list in Brighton and Hove with 1,000 more expected to join by the end of the year. A further
The oldest pastry-rolling machine in Britain has been discovered in a village bakery - and it's owned by David BUNN. Mr Bunn's 40-year-old machine is still in daily use at Fellows Bakery in Ardingly. The bakery has been in the village since the 1800s
So Roger French receives no subsidies for his bus services? Then how come the word "subsidy" appears seven times in the article about the cutting of bus routes (The Argus, October 26, Page 23)? Come on Roger, you may give it a fancy name but it's still
A girl has missed almost two months of lessons due to a dispute with education officials about which school she should attend. Claire Martin, 11, has been receiving private home tuition in Eastbourne while her father Keith fights to get her instated at
I am researching the history of Chailey Heritage for a centenary book and would be grateful to hear from anyone who has memories of it in years gone by. My address is 51 St Nicholas Lane, Lewes BN7 2JZ. Email: sussexbooks @compuserve.com -David Arscott
A conservation group says there has been an "avalanche" of planning applications by people hoping to beat the stricter controls of a new national park. The Society of Sussex Downsmen says it has seen a huge increase in applications in parts of Sussex
Sorry for the repetition but why, oh why, oh why do things you can't live without break down during public holidays, in the early hours or at weekends? What day was it last year when we discovered the lavatory wouldn't flush and friends we'd invited round
These dramatic pictures show a huge blaze which raged through 2,000 scrap cars in a Newhaven yard today. The cars were burning out of control today as more than 110 firefighters battled a massive blaze. The pictures above - one taken as the blaze lit
Gatwick bosses insist safety and security are their top priorities following claims that a sacked worker later died fighting for the Taliban. Yasir Khan had "airside" access to planes on the tarmac as he delivered airline meals for five months immediately
Councillors and MPs welcomed plans announced today allowing abandoned vehicles to be towed away within 24 hours. Transport Secretary Stephen Byers said local authorities would be given new powers to remove wrecks swiftly. Local authorities usually have
I followed the correspondence about whether Brighton and Hove should have an elected mayor and read the information sent with the ballot paper. In the end, I decided to vote No because of one factor which was not picked up by any of the correspondents
A late goal from John Mitchell robbed Worthing as Oxford City grabbed a 2-2 draw at Woodside Road. Rebels came out with more fight than displayed in last Saturday's defeat by Thame United. Gavin Geddes wasted a glorious chance before giving Worthing the
The bilious outpourings of Jason Martin (Letters, October 24) were fairly typical of the more immoderate elements of the so-called Allies For Democracy. Extreme personal abuse and misinformation seemed to be the name of the game for many in the No campaign
J Reid (Letters, October 25) is wrong to doubt the accuracy of Den Stockley's recollection in Your Memories (The Argus Weekend, October 20). I can assure J Reid that, at one time, Plummer Roddis and other major retail outlets in Brighton did close at
Job losses are expected after classified ad publication Friday-Ad Ltd announced it was closing three shops and a warehouse in Sussex. Bosses today announced its warehouse in Uckfield and shops in Heathfield, Crowborough and Bognor will close after Christmas
In the late summer, I had a serious accident and needed about four months off work. I am just beginning to look ahead to starting work again and I am told there are now no buses from Worthing after about 7.30pm because West Sussex County Council has withdrawn
Had it not been for my involvement in the Gulls Eye fanzine or the support of its readers, I would never have ended up writing this column. I feel proud that I, along with a number of others, have helped give the massed Albion support a voice. Prior to
Thousands of children who appear to be clumsy or inattentive may have a very good reason for their problem. The Royal National Institute for the Blind has discovered one in five children has undetected poor sight. It would be simple for the Government
Here's new proof today, if any were wanted, that housing is the biggest problem facing Brighton and Hove City Council. The waiting list has thousands of people on it and is growing steadily. Some people in need face being on it for years. There are more
I read so many articles about our hospitals that I would like to give thanks that we have them. I was admitted with a broken rib and complications. I saw how hard-pressed the A&E department was, trying to deal with all the various cases. One October
My wife and I experienced a very similar situation recently to that described in "Arrest threat for power sales pest" (The Argus, October 22). A representative from a gas company knocked on our door and told our 14-year-old daughter he wanted to read
Albion's golden goal hero Steve Melton has his sights set on a trip to Cardiff after the frustration of missing out on a Wembley final. Melton struck in the second minute of extra time at Withdean last night to give the makeshift Seagulls a 2-1 win against
A Brighton college have added a touch of Samba flair to their football squad. Brighton and Hove Sixth Form College have signed Brazilian hot-shot Vinny Pereira. Pereira, 16, comes from Goiania in the soccer-mad South American nation. He is a dead-ball
The brother of child abuse victim Maria Colwell has accused social workers of being no better than football hooligans in the wake of their protest action last week. Stephen Colwell, 43, said he was disgusted by the actions of staff who came out in support
Transsexual Natasha Thoday is today taking her fight to have her status fully recognised by UK law to Westminster. The supply teacher says she lives in fear because she is not legally recognised as a woman. Every day she copes with the knowledge that
A paedophile who set up a 'love nest' with an 11-year-old girl has been jailed for sexual assault and taking indecent pictures. Brian Richardson, 65, videotaped himself sexually abusing the girl during a series of sessions in a caravan in Eastbourne over
Chichester looks certain to get a massive leisure complex and a new school after a £25 million deal was salvaged. The deal means Chichester will get a six-screen cinema, heath club, bowling alley, restaurants, a hotel and a school. The development will
Police were asking shoppers for help today in their hunt to find the post office robber who injured two customers. One of the customers died a week after the raid. Officers spent the morning at Jengers Mead shopping centre in Billingshurst where the robber
Gatwick bosses insist safety and security are their top priorities following claims that a sacked worker later died fighting for the Taliban. Yasir Khan had "airside" access to planes on the tarmac as he delivered airline meals for five months immediately
Sussex teenager Katie Neiman has taken her first step on the road to becoming a pop icon. The 17-year-old from Pembroke Crescent, Hove, has reached the final 50 contestants in ITV's Pop Idol search-for-a-star contest. They were chosen from 10,000 hopefuls
Campaigners who successfully fought for a No vote in Brighton and Hove's mayoral referendum spent £6,073 on the campaign. Provisional accounts made public by the Allies for Democracy show the group raised £6,986 - the largest amounts coming from two trade
The son of jet engine inventor Sir Frank Whittle opened an exhibition at Gatwick dedicated to his father. Ian Whittle, who lives in Worthing, was guest of honour at the Father of the Jet Age exhibition at SkyView, the spectators' gallery in the south
A conservation group says there has been an "avalanche" of planning applications by people hoping to beat the stricter controls of a new national park. The Society of Sussex Downsmen says it has seen a huge increase in the number of applications in
