My ex was a good dad until he went to Singapore. I can count on one hand the amount of times he has contacted my two children in the past nine months, either by email or phone. I, too, had trouble with my son after the split. Thankfully, he has come through
How is the following for first class service? My double-glazed opening window developed a broken hinge. As the whole bungalow was double glazed about ten years ago, I got in touch with the original installers, Goatleys. The fitter arrived the same day
Would the persons who stole the garden bench seat and Union Jack flag from Leach Court, a sheltered home in Eastern Road, kindly return them. The garden is used by the residents to get fresh air and sunshine and they paid for the bench themselves. This
I have cycled many times along Brighton Road by Buckingham Park, Shoreham, and noted there are always cars parked on the bike lanes. It grieves me that we spend so much taxpayers' money on these lanes to no avail. The same applies to Dyke Road and Dyke
Sussex emerged from an absorbing day of cut-and-thrust with a clear advantage over Middlesex despite another ignominious batting collapse. Ian Ward and Murray Goodwin's record third-wicket stand of 222 should have given Sussex the impetus to bat their
When I walk along Worthing's promenade, three things puzzle me. One is the borough council's notices proclaiming Worthing's beach is a seaside award winner. None of the beaches has the all-important Blue Flag so who made this award? Secondly, although
I would like to congratulate Councillor Keith Taylor on his appointment as principal speaker of the Green Party of England and Wales (The Argus, August 7). He stated: "Where the Greens were strong, as in Brighton, voters could see they made a real difference
Martin Hinshelwood could be forgiven for waking up in a cold sweat on Saturday. It was at the same stage two seasons ago that things started to go badly wrong for Albion's former manager. The Seagulls had started encouragingly under Hinshelwood in the
Congratulations to the Pride Committee of Brighton and Hove. The festival gets better and better every year, as I heard many times from many different people over last weekend. A big thank you to The Argus for its excellent coverage over the past few
Let's draw a line under the West Pier saga. After all, the money could be spent on something useful - a hospital or the like. People these days want amusements, not nostalgia or two piers. I've been on both in my youth, but time has marched on. -Richard
I'm writing to try to save the ticket booth on the West Pier. Despite fires, petrol bombs and gales, it is in perfect condition. It would be a nice artifact to put in the Brighton Museum. -Georgia Ashton (aged 10), Brighton
What a lovely spectacular idea is Mr M Bevis's vision of a Victorian sea fountain at the end of the West Pier (Letters, August 6). If Shoreham fire brigade could use water hoses during the bath tub race this year on the River Adur, I am sure we could
Even though I left Brighton in 1997, I am still concerned about the lovely (used to be) West Pier. All the people I know in Brighton don't want to see the pier demolished. It is a natural icon. In any case, Brighton can definitely support two piers. It's
Sean Baldock is hoping to go out in a blaze of glory in Athens. Three days after returning from Greece, Baldock will quit full-time athletics and try his hand at being a fireman. At 27, Baldock is fed up at having to live with his parents in Hastings
The history of the demise of the West Pier was concisely chronicled by Adam Trimingham last week (The Argus, August 4). This was timely information for all those who write ill-informed letters to this paper. The uncaring attitude of AVP Ltd. and the then
Albion Reserves survived a first-half shock to lift the Roy Hayden Trophy. Goals from Dan Beck, Gary Hart and Nathan Jones secured a 3-1 win for the Sussex Senior Cup holders at County League champions Chichester City United. Albion were given a scare
Albion manager Mark McGhee today pledged not to be panicked by his team's pointless plight in the Coca-Cola Championship. The Seagulls are bottom after two games following Tuesday's 2-0 home defeat by Plymouth, but McGhee insists the slow start is not
More than 75 per cent of people who have so far responded to a smoking survey support the idea of a ban in the workplace. A major debate on smoking in public places is under way in Brighton and Hove, with people being asked what they think about a ban
Talks aimed at heading off possible industrial action are being held today between London Underground and unions. It follows the recommendation by LU leaders of a pay deal worth 6.75% over two years, easing the threat of widespread disruption on the Tube
Holiday companies should ensure that the millions of workers in the global tourism industry are paid decent wages and given reasonable conditions, the TUC urged today. The call followed a report which showed that some workers around the world suffered
More than 75 per cent of people who have so far responded to a smoking survey support the idea of a ban in the workplace. A major debate on smoking in public places is under way in Brighton and Hove, with people being asked what they think about a ban
The shortlist for the inaugural Brighton and Hove Business awards - the BAHBAS - includes some of the biggest and best names produced by the City of Brighton and Hove. Companies on the shortlist range from the smallest and newest to the largest and longest
The amount of household waste recycled in Brighton and Hove has only gone up by two per cent in the past five years. Just 12 per cent of rubbish produced in the city last year was recycled or composted, compared to a Government target of 17 per cent.
They had already decided they would call their baby Tyler if it was a boy. It was a dream come true for father-to-be Nick Bridger, a young man who was himself part of a large and close-knit family and wanted children. When Nick and his girlfriend Michelle
Letter: The West Pier still has a future if we want it The history of the demise of the West Pier was concisely chronicled by Adam Trimingham last week (The Argus, August 4). This was timely information for all those who write ill-informed letters to
My ex was a good dad until he went to Singapore. I can count on one hand the amount of times he has contacted my two children in the past nine months, either by email or phone. I, too, had trouble with my son after the split. Thankfully, he has come through
How is the following for first class service? My double-glazed opening window developed a broken hinge. As the whole bungalow was double glazed about ten years ago, I got in touch with the original installers, Goatleys. The fitter arrived the same day
This week we find ourselves in the familiar territory of St John's Wood. I hate to sound blas about what should be a mouth-watering opportunity of playing at Lord's but, having played here twice already this year, it doesn't seem quite such a glossy fixture
Would the persons who stole the garden bench seat and Union Jack flag from Leach Court, a sheltered home in Eastern Road, kindly return them. The garden is used by the residents to get fresh air and sunshine and they paid for the bench themselves. This
Acting Sergeant Ebeling paints a reassuring picture of Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) working in North Laine (Letters, August 2). If only it was true. Many residents have complained to me they have never seen them. The reality is we have drug
Sussex emerged from an absorbing day of cut-and-thrust with a clear advantage over Middlesex despite another ignominious batting collapse. Ian Ward and Murray Goodwin's record third-wicket stand of 222 should have given Sussex the impetus to bat their
Martin Hinshelwood could be forgiven for waking up in a cold sweat on Saturday. It was at the same stage two seasons ago that things started to go badly wrong for Albion's former manager. The Seagulls had started encouragingly under Hinshelwood in the
Albion Reserves survived a first-half shock to lift the Roy Hayden Trophy. Goals from Dan Beck, Gary Hart and Nathan Jones secured a 3-1 win for the Sussex Senior Cup holders at County League champions Chichester City United. Albion were given a scare
Congratulations to the Pride Committee of Brighton and Hove. The festival gets better and better every year, as I heard many times from many different people over last weekend. A big thank you to The Argus for its excellent coverage over the past few
Let's draw a line under the West Pier saga. After all, the money could be spent on something useful - a hospital or the like. People these days want amusements, not nostalgia or two piers. I've been on both in my youth, but time has marched on. -Richard
I'm writing to try to save the ticket booth on the West Pier. Despite fires, petrol bombs and gales, it is in perfect condition. It would be a nice artifact to put in the Brighton Museum. -Georgia Ashton (aged 10), Brighton
I've grown very fond of the structure that was formerly the West Pier. Why can't we just clean up the rubbish near the beach and preserve the "crystal palace" out to sea as a reef for underwater sea life, an aviary for the starlings, an example of Victorian
What a lovely spectacular idea is Mr M Bevis's vision of a Victorian sea fountain at the end of the West Pier (Letters, August 6). If Shoreham fire brigade could use water hoses during the bath tub race this year on the River Adur, I am sure we could
Arthur North suggested an eco-friendly rebuild of the West Pier that would be known as the "Peace Pier". I have thought a lot about this as I feel that, whatever structure the pier takes, to identify it with "Peace" would certainly distinguish it from
The history of the demise of the West Pier was concisely chronicled by Adam Trimingham last week (The Argus, August 4). This was timely information for all those who write ill-informed letters to this paper. The uncaring attitude of AVP Ltd. and the then
Albion Reserves survived a first-half shock to lift the Roy Hayden Trophy. Goals from Dan Beck, Gary Hart and Nathan Jones secured a 3-1 win for the Sussex Senior Cup holders at County League champions Chichester City United. Albion were given a scare
Holiday companies should ensure that the millions of workers in the global tourism industry are paid decent wages and given reasonable conditions, the TUC urged today. The call followed a report which showed that some workers around the world suffered
More than 75 per cent of people who have so far responded to a smoking survey support the idea of a ban in the workplace. A major debate on smoking in public places is under way in Brighton and Hove, with people being asked what they think about a ban
Two Brighton pubs have been named among the top 20 in the UK. The Greys and The Open House were today included in the licensing trade's list of the best 20 pubs in the country, voted by more than 250 industry figures. Both were considered by judges to
The shortlist for the inaugural Brighton and Hove Business awards - the BAHBAS - includes some of the biggest and best names produced by the City of Brighton and Hove. Companies on the shortlist range from the smallest and newest to the largest and longest
The company behind a machine which helps prevent birds flying into aeroplanes is on the brink of securing several new export deals. Scarecrow Bio-Acoustic Systems, based in Uckfield, expects a substantial order from Italy and is in talks with distributors
Two Brighton pubs have been named among the top 20 in the UK. The Greys and The Open House were today included in the licensing trade's list of the best 20 pubs in the country, voted by more than 250 industry figures. Both were considered by judges to
The amount of household waste recycled in Brighton and Hove has only gone up by two per cent in the past five years. Just 12 per cent of rubbish produced in the city last year was recycled or composted, compared to a Government target of 17 per cent.
They had already decided they would call their baby Tyler if it was a boy. It was a dream come true for father-to-be Nick Bridger, a young man who was himself part of a large and close-knit family and wanted children. When Nick and his girlfriend Michelle
An investigation was launched today after a hospital cremated a dead baby by mistake. The baby boy's parents agreed to allow his body to be examined to discover the cause of his fatal birth defects. His mother, Michelle Franco, stipulated he be returned
No insurance? Car crushed! Who should pay for the operation, removal, crushing, disposal? What a cheap way to get rid of your old car. Just leave it un-insured and save the cost of removal. Bring back the immediate one-year ban. -Reg Moores, Brighton
I have cycled many times along Brighton Road by Buckingham Park, Shoreham, and noted there are always cars parked on the bike lanes. It grieves me that we spend so much taxpayers' money on these lanes to no avail. The same applies to Dyke Road and Dyke
When I walk along Worthing's promenade, three things puzzle me. One is the borough council's notices proclaiming Worthing's beach is a seaside award winner. None of the beaches has the all-important Blue Flag so who made this award? Secondly, although
I would like to congratulate Councillor Keith Taylor on his appointment as principal speaker of the Green Party of England and Wales (The Argus, August 7). He stated: "Where the Greens were strong, as in Brighton, voters could see they made a real difference
Wow! Kirsty Finnemore (Letters, August 11) needs to chill out. She says she avoids Brighton like the plague on Pride day because being gay just isn't normal. Well, Kirsty, the reason we have Pride is because of people like you, people who still treat
Albion manager Mark McGhee today pledged not to be panicked by his team's pointless plight in the Coca-Cola Championship. The Seagulls are bottom after two games following Tuesday's 2-0 home defeat by Plymouth, but McGhee insists the slow start is not
I was all for saving the West Pier until the fires and collapses. Sadly, it is now just a blot on the landscape and should be scrapped. In its place, we should build two stunning, modern breakwaters with cafes, bars and kiosks to create the one thing
It is a stifling hot Sunday afternoon and Brighton and Hove seafront is heaving with people. Coastguard Ross Greenhill - call sign Southdowns Sierra - is poised for action. In the previous week he and his team have dragged a body from the sea, rescued
Even though I left Brighton in 1997, I am still concerned about the lovely (used to be) West Pier. All the people I know in Brighton don't want to see the pier demolished. It is a natural icon. In any case, Brighton can definitely support two piers. It's
Sean Baldock is hoping to go out in a blaze of glory in Athens. Three days after returning from Greece, Baldock will quit full-time athletics and try his hand at being a fireman. At 27, Baldock is fed up at having to live with his parents in Hastings
Arena Essex had the last laugh on Eastbourne Eagles last night despite David Norris's joker. Norris, brought in as a tactical substitute with his side trailing by eight points midway through the match, conjured up a magical ride from 15m behind the tapes
A picturesque village was today the latest battleground in the fight over controversial masts needed for a new police communications system. Plans for a 15m mast near a school and homes at Bakers Farm, Sidlesham, near Chichester, were thrown out by Chichester
Martin Hinshelwood could be forgiven for waking up in a cold sweat on Saturday. It was at the same stage two seasons ago that things started to go badly wrong for Albion's former manager. The Seagulls had started encouragingly under Hinshelwood in the
Albion manager Mark McGhee today pledged not to be panicked by his team's pointless plight in the Coca-Cola Championship. The Seagulls are bottom after two games following Tuesday's 2-0 home defeat by Plymouth, but McGhee insists the slow start is not
More than 75 per cent of people who have so far responded to a smoking survey support the idea of a ban in the workplace. A major debate on smoking in public places is under way in Brighton and Hove, with people being asked what they think about a ban
Economic growth is likely to dip from next year following recent hikes in interest rates, the bank of England forecast yesterday. Growth is currently at the strongest annual rate for four years but the Bank said it was likely GDP would fall below trend
Talks aimed at heading off possible industrial action are being held today between London Underground and unions. It follows the recommendation by LU leaders of a pay deal worth 6.75% over two years, easing the threat of widespread disruption on the Tube
The amount of household waste recycled in Brighton and Hove has only gone up by two per cent in the past five years. Just 12 per cent of rubbish produced in the city last year was recycled or composted, compared to a Government target of 17 per cent.
A married executive was said to have a crush on the young secretary he is accused of raping, a court heard. Seeboard office manager Kevin Newnham, 41, allegedly followed the woman to the women's toilet in an office and forced his way into her cubicle
No insurance? Car crushed! Who should pay for the operation, removal, crushing, disposal? What a cheap way to get rid of your old car. Just leave it un-insured and save the cost of removal. Bring back the immediate one-year ban. -Reg Moores, Brighton
The company behind a machine which helps prevent birds flying into aeroplanes is on the brink of securing several new export deals. Scarecrow Bio-Acoustic Systems, based in Uckfield, expects a substantial order from Italy and is in talks with distributors
This week we find ourselves in the familiar territory of St John's Wood. I hate to sound blas about what should be a mouth-watering opportunity of playing at Lord's but, having played here twice already this year, it doesn't seem quite such a glossy fixture
Acting Sergeant Ebeling paints a reassuring picture of Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) working in North Laine (Letters, August 2). If only it was true. Many residents have complained to me they have never seen them. The reality is we have drug
Wow! Kirsty Finnemore (Letters, August 11) needs to chill out. She says she avoids Brighton like the plague on Pride day because being gay just isn't normal. Well, Kirsty, the reason we have Pride is because of people like you, people who still treat
Albion manager Mark McGhee today pledged not to be panicked by his team's pointless plight in the Coca-Cola Championship. The Seagulls are bottom after two games following Tuesday's 2-0 home defeat by Plymouth, but McGhee insists the slow start is not
Albion Reserves survived a first-half shock to lift the Roy Hayden Trophy. Goals from Dan Beck, Gary Hart and Nathan Jones secured a 3-1 win for the Sussex Senior Cup holders at County League champions Chichester City United. Albion were given a scare
I was all for saving the West Pier until the fires and collapses. Sadly, it is now just a blot on the landscape and should be scrapped. In its place, we should build two stunning, modern breakwaters with cafes, bars and kiosks to create the one thing
I've grown very fond of the structure that was formerly the West Pier. Why can't we just clean up the rubbish near the beach and preserve the "crystal palace" out to sea as a reef for underwater sea life, an aviary for the starlings, an example of Victorian
It is a stifling hot Sunday afternoon and Brighton and Hove seafront is heaving with people. Coastguard Ross Greenhill - call sign Southdowns Sierra - is poised for action. In the previous week he and his team have dragged a body from the sea, rescued
Arthur North suggested an eco-friendly rebuild of the West Pier that would be known as the "Peace Pier". I have thought a lot about this as I feel that, whatever structure the pier takes, to identify it with "Peace" would certainly distinguish it from
Arena Essex had the last laugh on Eastbourne Eagles last night despite David Norris's joker. Norris, brought in as a tactical substitute with his side trailing by eight points midway through the match, conjured up a magical ride from 15m behind the tapes
A picturesque village was today the latest battleground in the fight over controversial masts needed for a new police communications system. Plans for a 15m mast near a school and homes at Bakers Farm, Sidlesham, near Chichester, were thrown out by Chichester
Martin Hinshelwood could be forgiven for waking up in a cold sweat on Saturday. It was at the same stage two seasons ago that things started to go badly wrong for Albion's former manager. The Seagulls had started encouragingly under Hinshelwood in the
Economic growth is likely to dip from next year following recent hikes in interest rates, the bank of England forecast yesterday. Growth is currently at the strongest annual rate for four years but the Bank said it was likely GDP would fall below trend
Two Brighton pubs have been named among the top 20 in the UK. The Greys and The Open House were today included in the licensing trade's list of the best 20 pubs in the country, voted by more than 250 industry figures. Both were considered by judges to
The amount of household waste recycled in Brighton and Hove has only gone up by two per cent in the past five years. Just 12 per cent of rubbish produced in the city last year was recycled or composted, compared to a Government target of 17 per cent.
The company behind a machine which helps prevent birds flying into aeroplanes is on the brink of securing several new export deals. Scarecrow Bio-Acoustic Systems, based in Uckfield, expects a substantial order from Italy and is in talks with distributors
Two Brighton pubs have been named among the top 20 in the UK. The Greys and The Open House were today included in the licensing trade's list of the best 20 pubs in the country, voted by more than 250 industry figures. Both were considered by judges to
A married executive was said to have a crush on the young secretary he is accused of raping, a court heard. Seeboard office manager Kevin Newnham, 41, allegedly followed the woman to the women's toilet in an office and forced his way into her cubicle
An investigation was launched today after a hospital cremated a dead baby by mistake. The baby boy's parents agreed to allow his body to be examined to discover the cause of his fatal birth defects. His mother, Michelle Franco, stipulated he be returned
