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Patrick Barlow

I'm a young journalist currently working at BBC South East, having formerly worked at The Argus in Brighton. I have worked on a range of different stories including live court …

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Latest Articles

'Hove is better than this' - MPs condemn vandalism outside Angela Rayner's flat

Peter Kyle, MP for Hove and Portslade, said he was "disappointed" that someone defaced walls outside Angela Rayner's flat in Hove. The word “b***” along with a much larger sign saying “tax evader!” were daubed on a white wall on the outside of the property yesterday (September 4). Across the …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Deputy prime minister resigns from government after Hove flat 'mistake'

Ethics watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus said Angela Rayner had “acted with integrity and with a dedicated and exemplary commitment to public service” but concluded she breached the ministerial code after she underpaid stamp duty on her seaside flat in Hove. Ms Rayner, who is also the Housing Secretary, paid £40,000 …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Deputy prime minister's £800,000 seaside flat vandalised

Angela Rayner's flat in Hove has been graffitied with the term "tax evader" following her admission yesterday that she had made a “mistake” and referred herself to standards adviser Sir Laurie Magnus. The word “b***” along with a much larger sign saying “tax evader!” have been pictured on a white …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Updates as council cleans up graffiti from deputy prime minister's flat

As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience – the local community. It is important that we continue …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Vandalism of deputy prime minister's seaside flat being investigated by police

Sussex Police said they are aware of graffiti outside an address in Hove and that the matter is being treated as criminal damage. The force said it is proactively making enquiries to gather information as to the circumstances. A spokesman said: "We will be contacting the homeowner to identify and …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Prime minister condemns 'appalling' vandalism of deputy's Hove seaside flat

Sir Keir Starmer has condemned vandalism at Angela Rayner’s flat in Hove after she admitted underpaying stamp duty on the property. A Downing Street spokesman said: “Some of you may have seen the photos of the vandalism of the Deputy Prime Minister’s home this morning. “The Prime Minister condemns this …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Angela Rayner resignation following Hove flat tax debacle sparks reshuffle

As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience – the local community. It is important that we continue …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Protesters slam council for 'undemocratic' plans to remove historic landmark

A group of more than a dozen Save Hove Floral Clock protesters took over Palmeira Square, Hove on Friday evening to "stand up" against the council's proposal to remove the 70-year-old floral clock in the middle of the square. Brighton and Hove City Council recently announced plans to revamp the …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Plan unveiled to transform rubbish-plagued 'gateway to city'

Councillors Jacob Allen and Jacob Taylor, deputy leader of Brighton and Hove City Council, outlined their proposals. They said they want to work with Southern, National Rail and businesses across Queen's Road to spruce up the area and drive the visitor economy. The area is currently a hotspot for rubbish …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Five areas where our seafront is changing to become the 'most iconic' in the UK

Brighton and Hove City Council approved the creation of the Seafront Development Board in July, featuring Lord Bassam and city councillors Jacob Taylor, Julie Cattell and Birgit Miller among others. The board will be tasked with advising on the strategic development, commercial future regeneration and sustainable management of the city's …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Anti-immigration protests take place outside hotel

Sussex Police said that it was aware of a "planned" protest outside the Park Hotel in Chichester on Friday. The hotel is understood to be housing asylum seekers. The Argus understands that approximately 100 protesters were present, whilst around 30 counter-protestors were present. A man was detained outside the hotel …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Removal of historic landmark described as 'shocking' and a 'disgusting' act

On Thursday, Brighton and Hove City Council announced that it will be giving the garden at the northern end of Palmeira Square, Hove a makeover. As part of this, the council is removing the more than 70-year-old floral clock due to it being "beyond repair". Councillor Alistair McNair, leader of …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Council leader says ‘extremists’ are hijacking St George’s Cross

Residents discovered the flags on the A259 between Rottingdean and Peacehaven on Friday morning. They have also been appearing across the country in recent days as part of a national movement called “Operation Raise the Colours”. Councillor Zoe Nicholson, leader of Lewes District Council, said that though there are many …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

70-year-old landmark to be scrapped and gardens shut off amid council makeover

Brighton and Hove City Council will be giving the garden at the northern end of Palmeira Square, Hove a makeover. As part of this, it is removing the floral clock due to it being "beyond repair". Councillor Alan Robins, cabinet member for sports, recreation and libraries, said: “We know how …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Instagram influencer said 'twisted' stalker 'damaged my mind'

The American influencer Alexandra Saper travelled to Portsmouth on Friday morning to deliver her message in person. Before she could speak, stalker Rob Keating, of Old Crawley Road, Horsham, stormed out of the dock after declaring his trial had been a 'farce'. The 39-year-old was convicted at Portsmouth Crown Court …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

'This is pure dystopia' - MP slams police plans to use live facial recognition

Sussex Police announced yesterday that it will deploy live facial recognition technology as part of a nationwide rollout. This comes after the recent Government overhaul of neighbourhood policing. Green MP Sian Berry for Brighton Pavilion slammed the initiative and said that she does not want the technology used "anywhere in …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Main road to re-open after collapsed sewer causes emergency closure

Southern Water said the road closure in Portland Road, Hove, to carry out the emergency repairs will be lifted on Friday. The water company apologised for the "continued disruption". A spokesman said: “We have now finished the repair of the sewer and we’re working to reinstate the road, this work …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
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Major airport’s new runway could unlock more than £200m a year

In February the Secretary of State for Transport said she is “minded to grant consent” for the Northern Runway at planning application if it met certain requests. London Gatwick has today stated that if the planning application is approved it could help unlock £275 million a year for Sussex’s visitor …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

'It's an accident waiting to happen': Readers react to tent removal

On Wednesday morning Specialist Group International, a provider of specialist rescue, underwater search and protester management, sent enforcement officers to Madeira Drive, Brighton to clear away tents which have been there "for months". The Argus’ readers have shared their thoughts on how the events unfolded - with a mix of …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Councillors slam 'shocking' and 'heavy-handed' removal of tents on seafront

On Wednesday morning Specialist Group International, a provider of specialist rescue, underwater search and protester management, sent enforcement officers to Madeira Drive, Brighton to clear away tents which have been there "for months". Green Councillor Chloë Goldsmith, shadow member for communities and equalities, said that the events were "shocking" and …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Massive pile of rubbish dumped in front garden sees council get involved

Crawley Borough Council said that the rubbish outside the house in Britten Close, Crawley was reported to officers last night. The council has said that it will be visiting the house today to let the owners know it "expects this to be cleared." A spokeswoman said: "We do expect that …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Seafront's historic arches could be expanded for new cafes and shops

Twenty-eight of the arches between the Royal Crescent steps and Concorde 2 in Madeira Drive, Brighton are currently undergoing repairs and reconstruction due to structural deterioration. The Madeira Terrace restoration project, as it has been called, has been given investment from various establishments including a £750,000 boost from Historic England. …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus

Retirement home residents 'distraught' as service charge goes up by 94 per cent

More than 30 residents at Charles Court in Victoria Road, Worthing have signed a letter to Southern Housing demanding answers for a 94 per cent increase in their weekly service charges. In the letter, which was sent in March, residents shared their alarm as their weekly charge rose to £77.07 …
By Ramy Abou-Setta
• The Argus