Two related issues sprang to mind while reading the comments of Rev John Webster (Letters, March 9). While I agree with his stance on euthanasia from a non-theist point of view, I do not support his implied notion that human beings are superior and apart
The legendary character of Mozart will be brought back to life at a spectacular charity celebration of the composer's work. Actor Jack Tarlton, star of last year's BBC2 series The Genius of Mozart, will don his wig and reprise the role for the concert
As avid supporters of the RSPCA animal centre, we were dismayed to hear there are plans for a park-and-ride on the field next door. If this were to go ahead, not only would the inmates be unable to have any exercise, but their normal outdoor life would
I am an allotment holder in Bristol and wanted to let you know the proposed destruction of cherished allotments and homes for a park-and-ride scheme at Patcham Court Farm in Brighton has become known and discussed on many gardening, environmental and
The jury in the Andrew Wragg trial was continuing its deliberations today on whether he murdered his terminally-ill son Jacob. The nine women and three men failed to reach a verdict after five hours at Lewes Crown Court yesterday. The Judge Mrs Justice
I am currently staying on a small island called Phi Phi Don, off the coast of Phuket in Thailand. It was badly hit by the tsunami. I am on my gap year and came to Phi Phi Don expecting the island would be recovering quickly from the disaster. However,
I would like to support Mrs Taylor in raising the issue of funding for youth work in areas not deemed to be "in need". Southern Aurora Drum and Bugle Corps is an American-style marching band based in Woodingdean. It was formed in November 1995 and currently
Robertson Road and Hampstead Road, Brighton, are lined with wheelie bins. As well as being ugly, they block the footpath and make life awkward for wheelchair users. But where else can people put them? I complained to my local councillor, Pat Drake, and
I was interested to see your article about the short opening hours of the new Brighton library and that the council are blaming this on lack of money (The Argus, March 14). I, for one, would like to know where all our money goes. Neighbouring towns such
It was very reasonable of Mr Trevaskis of Guildford (Letters, March 15) to assume Brighton's new Jubilee Library would be open at 2.30pm on a Wednesday. It is true that, decades ago, shops used to close on Wednesday afternoons in Hove but such an arrangement
Horsham YMCA boss John Suter today admitted he was relieved to ease the title-race stress. The County League leaders won 2-1 at Hassocks last night to end a run of four points from five games. With a cup defeat included in that sequence, Suter admitted
Lottery cash is paying for new facilities to help involve children in a wider range of sports. The National Lottery has awarded £650,000 to Northiam Primary School for a two-court sports hall, which will make it possible for pupils to take part in basketball
Hundreds of women may have to travel across the county to have life-saving breast surgery. About 400 people a year who have surgery at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton would go to the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath instead under
Audrey Callaghan, the wife of former Labour prime minister Lord Callaghan, has died aged 89. Lady Callaghan died peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of Tuesday at St George's Retreat in Ditchling just weeks after her son Michael unveiled a plaque
Albion manager Mark McGhee today tipped Adam Virgo to follow in the footsteps of Chris Sutton by developing into a top-class goalscorer. Virgo has not looked back since being converted from a defender into a makeshift striker at the start of the season
Chris McPhee has handed Albion boss Mark McGhee a major boost as he assesses his striking resources. McPhee fired a hat-trick for the Reserves last night as they won 4-0 at Aldershot in the Pontin's Combination Central and East Division. Joe Gatting was
I cannot believe how ignorant people are about the Braypool playing field used by the RSPCA. This field is important for several reasons. The RSPCA is licensed to hold 90 dogs and, obviously, these dogs have to be walked up to three times a day, sometimes
Brighton and Hove City Council have chosen Braypool sports field, next to the RSPCA Patcham animal shelter, as one of two potential sites for a park-and-ride service. If the park-and-ride is built here, the RSPCA will have nowhere to walk dogs and nowhere
Disabled tourists visiting Brighton and Hove will soon have advanced knowledge of the best places to shop. More than a million disabled people flock to the city every year and spend an estimated £43 million but there are still places where they encounter
Does Jonathan Stern live in the real world (The Argus, March 7)? Real poverty was in the Thirties, when a bowl of soup from the soup kitchen was the only meal you had all day. That's poverty. -Mrs J Willard, Brighton
After a long session, the House of Lords gave the Commons a worthy contribution to the anti-terror laws. This has proved the so-called undemocratic House plays a useful part in restraining, albeit temporarily, their elected neighbours. The House of Lords
Sussex has been warned to prepare for a day of widespread disruption during a strike by public service workers. Council services across the county are expected to be brought to a standstill when union members man picket lines next Wednesday in a bitter
David Norris made a spectacular return to the track for Eastbourne Eagles last night in his first match since suffering a broken leg last September. Norris top scored with 15 points, including four wins from six races, as Eagles roared into action for
Chris McPhee has handed Albion boss Mark McGhee a major boost as he assesses his striking resources. McPhee fired a hat-trick for the Reserves last night as they won 4-0 at Aldershot in the Pontin's Combination Central and East Division. Joe Gatting was
Albion manager Mark McGhee today tipped Adam Virgo to follow in the footsteps of Chris Sutton by developing into a top-class goalscorer. Virgo has not looked back since being converted from a defender into a makeshift striker at the start of the season
A landmark library's opening hours are to be reviewed following complaints from frustrated users. Brighton's Jubilee Library has been inundated with visitors since its official opening but there have been calls for changes to opening times. The £14 million
A water company's plan to build a £200 million sewage and wastewater treatment works will be formally submitted today. Southern Water will apply for planning permission for a giant wastewater plant and sludge recycling centre in Peacehaven, east of Brighton
Faith schools have topped pre-GCSE exam results league tables. According to figures published today, the best-performing state schools in Sussex last year at Key Stage 3 were Catholic. The highest average points score per pupil in Brighton and Hove was
Second World War veterans still have time to apply for money to help remember their wartime experiences. The Heroes Return and Home Front Recall schemes provide funding for those wishing to revisit war fronts overseas where they saw active service. Lewes
Watersports enthusiasts have welcomed proposed new bylaws on the use of sailcraft and motorised boats after fears original plans would have resulted in serious accidents. Windsurfers and swimmers were among those invited to draw up the package of new
A crackdown on troublemakers who threaten and intimidate shoppers has resulted in 40 yobs being cleared from the streets. It is three weeks since police launched a blitz against a band of hooligans who have been assaulting, spitting and swearing at people
A chemist accused of making illegal hallucinogenic drugs urged a jury to let him walk free from court. Casey Hardison, a 33-year-old American, is on trial at Lewes Crown Court accused of setting up a home-made laboratory at his rented home near Brighton
