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Panel upholds complaint against Brighton councillor Ty Galvin
Brighton and Hove's Standards Panel found Councillor Ty Galvin failed to follow the code of conduct and sexually harassed then Mayor Amanda Grimshaw, and recommends censure and removal from all…
Western Road Red Route From 9 November: Exemptions and Bays
Western Road was due to reopen on 7 November, but the council now expects 10 to 11 November. The red route is due to start on 9 November, with 11 loading bays and 4 disabled bays.
RadioReverb Faces Closure Over Rising Brighton Open Market Rent
RadioReverb, Brighton's community radio station, may close by the end of 2026 over rising rent and service charges at Brighton Open Market.
Hangleton Way Fire in Hove: Four Fire Engines and Ladder Platform Sent
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service sent four fire appliances and an aerial ladder platform to a fire on Hangleton Way, Hove, at 19:43 on Tuesday 3 November. No casualties were reported.
Stanmer Park Archaeology Study: Stantec Wins £62,800 Contract
A £62,800 study of the archaeology in Stanmer Park, Brighton, has been awarded to Stantec. The contract runs from 19 January 2026 to 18 January 2027, a public notice shows.
Reservd Launches in Brighton and Hove to Book Studios and Gyms
Reservd, a new booking marketplace for Brighton and Hove studios, gyms and coaches, opened on 1 November with no booking fee for customers, plus a free Monday run club on Hove seafront.
Royal Pavilion Brighton Snowman Projection for Raymond Briggs
The Snowman flew across the Royal Pavilion in Brighton on Monday 2 November in a projection tribute to Raymond Briggs, with a live-orchestra film screening at Brighton Dome on 19 December.
Veteran Car Run 2026: 349 of 396 Cars Finish in Brighton
Close to 400 veteran cars left Hyde Park on Sunday 1 November and 349 reached Madeira Drive in Brighton. See the first car home, the route, who took part and the numbers.
Queer Edge Brighton Launch Party at Ironworks Studios, 7 November
Queer Edge opens a permanent queer coworking and events hub at Ironworks Studios on Cheapside, with a launch party on Saturday 7 November. See what is inside and where it is.
Plumpton Racecourse Monster Truck Firework Spectacular, 4 November
Plumpton Racecourse hosts five monster trucks, stunt shows and two low-noise firework displays on Wednesday 4 November. Gates open at 4pm and tickets start at £15 per person.
Brighton Blue Seafront Paint: Council Confirms New Coating, RAL 6027
Brighton and Hove City Council says restored seafront cast iron is now coated in turquoise RAL 6027, matched to Madeira Terrace's colour. Who decided, why, where it is used and what Cllr Jacob Allen…
NEWvember Brighton 2026: All 38 Restaurant Offers, 9 to 22 November
NEWvember runs from 9 to 22 November 2026 with 38 offers from Brighton, Hove and Sussex restaurants, cafés, pubs and bars, from a £7 hot chocolate to an £80 steak night for two. Days, times and…
Grosvenor Street Reopens After Police Incident at Brighton Flat
Sussex Police say a man in a flat on Grosvenor Street, Brighton, was placed into the care of the ambulance service at 4.30pm and the street has reopened.
Grosvenor Street, Brighton Closed as Police Liaise With Man in Flat
Sussex Police say officers were called to Grosvenor Street, Brighton, at 12.15pm over concerns for a man in a flat. Specialist officers are liaising with him and the street is closed.
Reggie Kray's Friend Adam Myhill to Tell His Story in Brighton
Adam Myhill, who carried Reggie Kray's coffin, will tell his story at two Brighton events on Friday 13 November 2026, ahead of the new film The Krays: Last Kings of London.
Brighton Gritters 2026/27: 156 Miles of Roads Treated This Winter
Brighton and Hove's winter gritting service runs 24 hours a day from 1 November 2026 to March 2027. Which roads are treated, how much grit is stored and how to get a grit bin refilled.
Autumn Budget 2026: £100 Energy Payment and What Else Brighton Gets
The Autumn Budget gives £100 to Brighton and Hove homes in council tax bands A to D from January 2027. What changes for bills, wages, housing and businesses, with the dates to know.
Brighton and Hove Ranked UK's Top Nightlife Hotspot in 54-City Study
A new 54-city study ranks Brighton and Hove first for nightlife, with 802 night-time businesses per 100,000 residents. Here are the top 10, what the study counts and the national venue closures…
Man City 0-1 Brighton: Ayari Goal Gives Albion First Etihad Win
Yasin Ayari's 11th-minute goal gave Brighton a 1-0 win at Manchester City on 31 October 2026, the club's first win at the Etihad. Albion are third in the Premier League. What Hurzeler said and what…
Brighton and Hove This Week: What's On From 2 to 8 November 2026
A self-pour wine bar opens in the Lanes, Lewes holds its Bonfire, Albion play Getafe and Hove stages its fireworks night. What is on in Brighton and Hove, 2 to 8 November.