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Brighton school admissions ruling backs sibling priority but orders changes for 2027
Sibling priority has been upheld, but Brighton and Hove must change its secondary admissions arrangements. What the ruling means before the 31 October application deadline.
Brighton & Hove
Withdean swimming pool costs rise as council awaits December budget decision
Withdean’s planned 25m swimming pool needs a bigger budget. Council records explain the original £6.88m plan, delayed start and December decision.
Brighton & Hove
Stanmer Park study will explore hidden history with drones and geophysical surveys
A new study will investigate Stanmer Park’s historic landscape, from early settlement to wartime use, with findings intended for a public interactive map.
Sport
West Sussex winter padel league: entries close on 4 November
Entries close on 4 November for the West Sussex winter padel league. Here is how the £65-per-pair competition works, including court costs and age rules.
Brighton
Royal Sussex helipad planning changes sought after more than 50 patients airlifted
University Hospitals Sussex plans to seek changes to the Royal Sussex County Hospital helipad’s planning conditions, with noise and air-quality assessments under way.
Brighton
Josh Jones announces Brighton date for Confessions of a Leggy Blonde tour
Josh Jones brings Confessions of a Leggy Blonde to Brighton’s Forge Comedy Club on 23 March 2028. Tickets, age guidance and the full 2027–2028 tour dates.
Art & Exhibitions
Winter Artists Open Houses 2026: 70 venues, three weekends and Brighton and Hove highlights
Winter Artists Open Houses returns across three weekends from 28 November, with 70 announced venues, named highlights and a Hove opening-weekend starting point.
Art & Exhibitions
Ryan Gander brings talking mice, mirrored toys and new paintings to Towner Eastbourne
Maybe: Ryan Gander opens at Towner on 14 November, with pay-what-you-can admission and free entry for under-25s.
Brighton
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run 2026: when to watch on Madeira Drive and rail changes
The restored 1904 Rolls-Royce is announced for the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run on 1 November. Find Sussex viewing points, Brighton arrival times and rail changes.
Community Events
Hove Engineerium Winter Makers Fair returns with more than 120 makers and free entry
The Grand Winter Makers Fair takes place on 21–22 November. Fair entry is free, with optional queue-jump tickets and separately booked steam museum tours.
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Latest news in Sussex
Norton Road car park expected to close within a year as Hove replacement considered
Hove’s Norton Road car park is expected to close within 12 months. A December Cabinet report will consider its future, with a replacement car park being explored.
Chris McCausland brings new stand-up show Waffle to Brighton and Hastings
Chris McCausland brings Waffle to Brighton Dome and White Rock Theatre in 2028. Find the Sussex dates, ticket prices and Brighton on-sale times.
Komedia New Comedy Award returns to Brighton with four shows in 2027
Brighton’s Komedia will host three semi-final heats in January and a February grand final for its 2027 New Comedy Award.
Chichester Christmas lights switch-on 2026: timings, lantern trail and after-party
Chichester switches on its Christmas lights at 5pm on 21 November, with a family lantern trail and live music across the city centre.
Harry Waters brings Pink Floyd tribute show Legacy to the Brighton Centre
Harry Waters leads a ten-piece band through Pink Floyd’s 1970s catalogue at the Brighton Centre on 25 June 2027.
Sussex Police to seize illegal e-bikes and e-scooters under new ‘no returns’ policy
Sussex Police’s new ‘no returns’ policy starts on 1 November. What it covers, how legal e-bikes differ and the rules for Brighton’s rental scooters.
The Fast Show reunites original cast for Hastings, Eastbourne and Worthing dates in 2027
Six original Fast Show cast members reunite for Sussex performances in Hastings, Eastbourne and Worthing in February 2027. Compare dates, prices and booking links.
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