Carl Eldridge

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Carl Eldridge is a hugely experienced journalist who has worked on local and national newspapers, magazines and written for websites over the past 30 years. He lives in Bognor Regis with his wife and son.

Health experts warn of ‘cognitive atrophy’ as UK schools report decline in critical thinking

National health experts and teachers warn that over-reliance on AI is causing 'cognitive atrophy', with 66% of secondary staff noting a decline in critical thinking.

BTEC funding extended for West Sussex students as government pauses qualification reforms

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson pauses BTEC reforms, securing funding for West Sussex students at Chichester College Group until at least 2027.

London households get £3.1bn annual ‘subsidy’ from outdated council tax system

A Resolution Foundation report warns the 1991-based council tax system creates a £3.1bn bias towards London and the South East over northern regions.

New vocational GCSEs in construction and digital tech to launch in 2029

Secondary school pupils in England will be offered new vocational GCSEs in subjects like construction and digital media to help prepare for the workplace.

Hove pub shooting allegedly motivated by ‘disrespect’, court hears

Two men are on trial at Brighton Crown Court accused of a drive-by shooting at a Hove pub, allegedly sparked by a feeling of 'disrespect' while drinking earlier.

Brighton & Hove City Council grants 25-year lease for seafront wheel return

Brighton & Hove City Council has agreed a 25-year lease for a new big wheel on Madeira Drive, with the attraction expected to open at Dalton’s Bastion by 2027.

Man spiked and robbed in Brighton city centre after moving to city

A man has warned revellers to stay vigilant after being spiked and robbed near the Old Steine in Brighton. Sussex Police have detailed safety support available.

Sussex Police arrest 71-year-old as face-covering ban enforced at Crowborough protest

Sussex Police arrested a 71-year-old man and enforced new face-covering powers during a protest march towards Crowborough Training Camp on Sunday.

Brighton Sausage Co marks 20 years from North Laine startup to Lancing hub

The Brighton Sausage Co marks its 20th anniversary, detailing its expansion from a North Laine shop to a major production and wholesale facility in Lancing.

Nearly three-quarters of headteachers say Ofsted inspections have worsened in last year

A survey of 5,000 headteachers finds 72% believe Ofsted inspections have worsened, as the NAHT warns Education Secretary Lucy Powell over staff health risks.

Mid Sussex District Council moves £430,000 to reserves despite national reorganisation pause

Mid Sussex District Council has approved a £430,000 transfer to reserves, ringfencing funds for future reorganisation despite a pause from central government.

Sussex Police deploy all-terrain vehicle for night patrols on Brighton beach

Sussex Police have introduced a specialist all-terrain vehicle to patrol Brighton's shingle beaches at night, timed to coincide with high-activity weeks.
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