Businesses invited to help shape future of Crawley Town Centre East
Crawley Borough Council is inviting residents, businesses, organisations and visitors to share their views on the draft Town Centre East Regeneration Plan, which sets out the council’s ambitious long-term vision to enhance this key part of Crawley, creating a more vibrant, connected and attractive town centre. The Town Centre East area includes a number of […]
Flude Property Consultants successful sale of period Brighton commercial building
Flude Property Consultants have announced the sale of 126 Gloucester Road, Brighton acting on behalf of private individuals. The property comprises an attractive period commercial building of 6,233 sq ft. It had been used for decades by a local business for the sale and servicing of dog grooming equipment. Following the relocation of this business, […]
A seafront fit for the future – Brighton unveils its investment prospectus
Brighton & Hove has a clear vision for its seafront – to create a vibrant, accessible and sustainable seafront that enhances tourism, supports local businesses and celebrates the city’s rich heritage. Stretching for 13 kilometres, the seafront is one of the UK’s most recognisable waterfronts and is central to the city’s identity. It supports everything […]
Over 70 guests come together to celebrate the launch of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Southeast and Gatwick Diamond Growth Gateway
Over 70 leaders were invited to Westminster on Wednesday 4 February 2026 to celebrate the official launch of the new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the Southeast and Gatwick Diamond Growth Gateway. The high-profile reception, held at the House of Commons and themed “Celebrating the Region”, marked the formal beginning of the APPG’s programme. Attendees […]
London Gatwick champions local businesses in supplier showcase
London Gatwick brought together 35 of the region’s upcoming and leading food, drink and homeware producers with airport retailers, restaurants and hotels to help local businesses scale up operations and create new opportunities with buyers. The Meet the Local Producer event welcomed suppliers from across Sussex, Surrey and Kent. From award-winning sparkling wines and small-batch […]
Sknfed lands at London Gatwick as airport continues to showcase regional produce
London Gatwick has welcomed its first local business to a newly designed retail carousel unit at the North Terminal, with organic skincare brand Sknfed now trading in the space. Sknfed, a family-run company born in Thornton Heath, is known for its ethical, organic skincare products made with natural ingredients and sustainable packaging. Their arrival at London Gatwick […]
Sussex English sparkling wine makes history
West Sussex vineyard, Nyetimber has made history at the world-renowned International Wine Challenge awards, beating Champagne producers to win the main award. Nyetimber’s Blanc de Blancs 2016 Magnum was awarded the winner of the Champagne Sparkling Wine and Head Winemaker, Cherie Spriggs, awarded Winemaker of the Year, making this the first time in the 34-year […]
IKEA opens first Sussex location in Brighton
IKEA has opened its highly anticipated Brighton store. The opening marks an important milestone in the retailer’s strategy to bring its iconic home furnishing range closer to where the many people live, work and shop. The opening of IKEA Brighton in Churchill Square Shopping Centre was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony, attended by Councillor […]
Surrey researchers to help turn Europe’s olive mill waste into bioproducts and clean fuel
A new project is turning waste from Europe’s olive mills into sustainable bioplastics, clean energy and plant-boosting compounds. OLinWASTE brings together nine partners from across the continent, with the University of Surrey playing a key role in optimising biorefinery operations. As the world’s largest producer of olive oil, the EU faces a significant environmental challenge […]
Brighton student designs sensory-rich homeware to support neurodiverse wellbeing
As a part of her final year project, Jasmine Saggers, a final-year 3D Design and Craft BA(Hons) student at Brighton University, has developed a series of tactile, sensory-friendly furnishings – including chairs, beanbags, and tables – that prioritise accessibility, sensory comfort, and playful expression within everyday living spaces. As awareness of neurodiversity grows and greater emphasis […]