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  2. Man speaks out at child abuse inquiry

    Yasmine Djadoudi
    BBC Live reporter

    A man from Eastbourne who was sent to Australia as a child, has spoken out about the abuse he suffered while there.

    David Hill has been giving evidence at a child abuse inquiry that commenced this week.  

  3. ICYMI: Big plans for Bognor

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    Plans to spend millions of pounds redeveloping Bognor seafront have been published.

    The Regis Centre would be replaced by a winter garden and a new theatre, with new homes on the site of a car park.

    The seafront itself could see a new hotel, restaurants and a roof garden and performance space above the new theatre.

    Arun District Council says £100m in investment's already been secured for the project.

    This study encapsulates the bold and innovative thinking we feel is needed to unlock the full potential of Bognor Regis. These sites have been waiting too long for the redevelopment proposed and the time is now right to make it happen."

    Karl Roberts , Director of Place, Arun District Council

    The redevelopmentUrban Delivery
    The redevelopmentUrban Delivery

  4. Today's top newspaper headlines

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    The Argus : Tributes paid to girl, 10, who died in horse fall

    Brighton and Hove News : Burger van on double yellow lines opposite town hall and police station opens can of worms

    Brighton and Hove Independent : Police tackle ‘drag racing’ at Brighton Marina

    Chichester Observer : Memorial fundraiser for Chichester man who died fighting in Syria

    Hastings Observer : Council asked to support for new St Leonards sports village

    Mid Sussex Times : Keep Mid Sussex Green: Vow to fight new housing targets

    Crawley Observer : Man treated in hospital after an explosion in Horsham

    Eastbourne Herald : Caroline Ansell MP: The pleasures of World Book Day  

  5. Can the Seagulls soar to the top of the table?

    Kathryn Langley
    BBC Live reporter

    Brighton and Hove Albion are currently second in the Championship.

    Can they make it to the Premier League? They travel to Nottingham Forest tomorrow.

    Here are some things you (probably) didn't know about their season so far.

  6. #ICYMI: Is your child seat fitted properly?

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    Road safety experts believe around two-thirds of children aren't being strapped in properly, and this week the law is getting tougher.

    Our reporter Matt Davison tried fitting one of the latest models.

  7. Go-ahead for Aquarena development

    Bob Dale
    BBC Live reporter

    Worthing Borough Council can go ahead with its planned redevelopment of the redundant Aquarena swimming pool building, after the government decided not to step into the planning process.

    The Secretary of State has decided the council can grant planning permission for the seafront site to be turned into homes, businesses and leisure facilities, with 42 of the new apartments being affordable.

    Artist's impression of the new development in WorthingRoffey Homes

    I am delighted that the Secretary of State has decided not to intervene in the determination of application for the redevelopment of the Aquarena site. This decision is fully in line with the Government's Localism agenda which seeks to ensure that planning decisions are made at the local level and to only intervene where there are planning issues of more than local importance.

    Bryan Turner , Executive member for regeneration, Worthing Borough Council

  8. Family of missing woman make a plea for information a year on

    Fatima Mohamed-AliFamily handout

    The family of missing Fatima Mohamed-Ali have made a heartfelt plea for information a year after she disappeared.

    Fatima, who was 52 when she went missing, left her home in Park Drive Close, Denton, Newhaven, on 12 February 2016.

    Her husband Mohamed Mohamed-Ali, along with their son Aliakbar, have made a plea to Fatima to get in touch or to anyone who may have information about her disappearance.

    Son and husband of Fatima Mohamed-AliSussex Police

    Detectives have made extensive inquiries after CCTV footage shows the last sighting of Fatima as she walked from Denton Corner at 08:00 GMT heading in the direction of Newhaven town centre.

    Mohamed said: "My family's lives are on hold while we wait to hear any news. Fatima has never missed my birthday and we've been married for 36 years, this is completely out of character for her."

    Anyone with information is urged to contact police  here  quoting Operation Accelerate. 

  9. Ryan Lock: Memorial for Briton who died fighting in Syria

    Emma Vardy
    Home Affairs Correspondent, BBC South Today

    Ryan LockFamily handout

    The family of a British man who died fighting the Islamic State (IS) group in Syria has set up an appeal to raise money for a memorial.

    Ryan Lock, a 20-year-old chef, from Chichester, West Sussex, became the  third Briton to die fighting  as a volunteer with the Kurds.

    His family are now trying to raise £5,000 for a memorial stone and bench.

    He died near Raqqa on 21 December and is believed to have  turned a gun on himself  to avoid being taken hostage.

    You can read my full story here .

  10. Key facts: Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance

    Plans for a new "garden village" in Surrey could force an air ambulance service to relocate, it's feared.  

    Redhill Aerodrome is one of five sites shortlisted for the 4,000-home development.

    Bosses at the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance Trust (KSSAAT), which is funded by donations, fear it could cost up to £10m to find a new base.

    The proposals are part of Tandridge District Council's  plan  to meet government housing targets.

    Read Mark Norman's exclusive story here .

    Here are some key facts about the service:

  11. Report into Shoreham air disaster to be published

    Kathryn Langley
    BBC Live reporter

    The families of the 11 men who died in the Shoreham air disaster gathered for a private briefing yesterday, before investigators publish their final report later.   

    People at the bridge of flowers in ShorehamPA

    The Air Accidents Investigation Branch will give conclusions today.

    Its report will not apportion blame but is set to look at the cause of the crash and make safety recommendations.   

    We'll bring you updates and reaction on the report throughout the day. 

    Tributes at the bridge of flowersDominic Lipinski/PA

  12. Hawkins' top tips to becoming a snooker pro

    Claire Cottingham
    BBC Live reporter

    Want to know what it takes to be a snooker pro?

    World number seven Barry Hawkins, from the South East, shares his Top 5 Tips. 

  13. What's the weekend weather looking like?

    Elizabeth Rizzini
    BBC Weather

    It's a miserable start to the day and it's looking like a wet weekend too.

    Here's my morning forecast. 

  14. Official report into Shoreham Airshow disaster to be released

    Yasmine Djadoudi
    BBC Live reporter

    The Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) is due to publish the official report into the cause of the Shoreham Airshow disaster later.

    The families of the 11 victims have been shown the final conclusions ahead of its release.

  15. #ICYMI: World Book Day - Your photos

    Kathryn Langley
    BBC Live reporter

    Thanks for sending us your brilliant World Book Day photos yesterday. 

    Can you can spot your little Harry Potter, BFG or Cat in the Hat in this montage?

  16. A new perspective on the world

    Kathryn Langley
    BBC Live reporter

    Or Rye, to be more accurate.

    Thanks to Kristie Heath for sending us this brilliant picture - it's our Sussex  #photooftheday .

    We'll be here until 22:00 GMT with your latest news, sport, travel and weather for the county.  

    RyeKristie Heath

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