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1 day ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Sarah Page

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA political row has erupted after a Government-appointed inspector this week chucked out Horsham District Council’s Local Plan. Horsham MP John Milne is now to ask Government housing minister Matthew Pennycook to overturn the inspector’s decision. Meanwhile, South Downs MP Andrew Griffith is calling for Horsham councillors to resign after saying they ‘rushed through’ the plan.

1 day ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Sarah Page

A Horsham great great grandmother is getting set to celebrate a special birthday milestone – in style. Centenarian Freda Maud Burton was born on April 24 1925 and, says proud grandson Michael Jacobs, at 100-years-old she still lives independently and is ‘full of life and happiness.’"She’s an incredible woman,” said Michael. “Over the years, she has outlived her husband, two children, and many beloved dogs, yet she remains surrounded by a large and loving family who cherish her deeply.

1 day ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Megan Baker

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA former Sussex police officer has been dismissed after she sexually assaulted two colleagues. Ex-PC Olivia Clinton, 30, who was based on the East Sussex division, was the subject of a misconduct hearing held at Sussex Police headquarters today (April 23), the police force said. She appeared in front of a panel chaired by Surrey Police Assistant Chief Constable Peter Gardner.

1 day ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Megan Baker

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA clothes shop in Eastbourne is set to close its doors permanently. ‘Closing down’ posters have been placed in the windows of Jack Wills in The Beacon shopping centre. According to the posters, a 20 per cent off sale is currently in place ahead of the closure. A sign in the store said the shop will close in May 2025.

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Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowEastbourne Heritage Centre has permanently closed its doors. Earlier this year, the Eastbourne Society announced it would be unable to remain in the Grade-II listed building after losing a rent support grant. It comes amid Eastbourne Borough Council’s (EBC) efforts to find £2.7 million of savings.