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This is when we expect HMS Dragon to leave Portsmouth and head towards Cyprus to protect British troops
The Portsmouth-based warship being readied to protect the British base in Cyprus will not set to sail until next week as conflict spirals in the Middle East.
Portsmouth-based warship HMS Dragon to be sent to protect British military personnel in Cyprus following attack
The UK will send helicopters with counter-drone capabilities and air defence destroyer HMS Dragon to protect British military personnel in Cyprus, the prime minister has said.
Two men arrested after vicious street attack in Portsmouth leaves man seriously injured - update
Police have given an update after two men were arrested following a vicious street attack in Portsmouth left a man in hospital with a serious head injury.
Aerial footage shows HMS Dragon being readied in Portsmouth ahead of the warship’s deployment to Cyprus.
A27 crash involving lorry and car - restrictions lifted
Restrictions have been lifted on the A27 after a crash involving a lorry and a car that blocked both sides of the road.
M27 crash involving two vehicles causing severe delays results in casualty
A person was taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the M27.
A27 crash involving lorry and car leaves blockage both ways
A lorry and car have been involved in a crash on the A27.
Iran: 'Bitter mess' overshadows HMS Dragon op as Portsmouth expert criticises 'poor' Middle East availability
The UK is in a ‘bitter mess’ due to the size of the Royal Navy fleet and lack of presence in the Middle East, a naval history expert has said.
"Spacious" Southsea HMO next to popular pub The Phoenix goes on sale
Step inside this five bedroom HMO.
'Commitment secured': Royal Fleet Auxiliary strikes suspended but dispute is 'far from over' - what happened
Disgruntled Royal Fleet Auxiliary sailors have called off their strikes due to new information coming to light.
Car ploughs through Portsmouth front garden wall captured on video - update
Police have given an update after a car ploughed through a front garden wall on a busy Portsmouth road.
Protest sparks fresh calls to shield globally rare Hampshire chalk stream from damage by drivers
Fresh calls have been made for a traffic order to shield one of Hampshire’s rare chalk streams from damage caused by vehicles driving through it.
REPORT: Pompey 0, Hull 1
Substitute Matt Crooks fired home the only goal of the game, capitalising on a big error at the back in the second half at Fratton Park to take all 3 points back up to the North East.
This Week's Opposition: Hull City
A closer look at Pompey's next Championship opponent.
Pompey's Future In Safe Hands As Nico Schmid Signs New Deal
Goalkeeper Nicolas Schmid has agreed a new contract which will keep him at Fratton Park until the summer of 2029.
Celebrating The South Stand's Centenary
On August 29th 1925, the South Stand at Fratton Park was officially opened for the first time.
Portsmouth launches bold bid for UK City of Culture 2029
Portsmouth City Council has confirmed plans to bid for the UK City of Culture 2029 title, aiming to showcase the city’s creativity, heritage and ambition on a national stage.
Portsmouth’s Express FM in “Radio Oscars” shortlist alongside BBC and commercial radio
Portsmouth’s Express FM is proud to announce its nomination for Local Radio Station of the Year at the Radio Academy ARIAS 2025.
LISTEN: Express FM live from the Portsmouth Music Awards 2025
Lana Hall, Josh Robinson and Hannah Roper presented live coverage of the Portsmouth Music Awards 2025.
The Flight to attend Portsmouth Comic Con 2025
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Curt Hill, Programming & Events Manager at Portsmouth Guildhall and Co-Founder of Portsmouth Comic Con, joined Presenters Jon Brown and Ian McGuiness live in the Express FM studios today to announce that multi award winning Composers The Flight will be attending Portsmouth Comic Con, on Saturday 3rd May at the Portsmouth Guildhall this year.
LISTEN: Express FM live from Icebreaker Festival 2026
Portsmouth's Express FM broadcast three live shows with 6 hours of broadcasting direct from Icebreaker Festival in Albert Road and Elm Grove, Southsea. Catch up on all the action right here!
Express FM listener Elaine wins £1,000 from The Queens Hotel in A Grand In Your Hand competition
Portsmouth’s Express FM is delighted to announce that local listener Elaine has been drawn as the winner of A Grand In Your Hand, the station’s biggest-ever cash giveaway, walking away with £1,000 just in time for Christmas.
Bekki Bradley gears up for new monthly Express FM show - “Portsmouth’s Community Billboard”
Express FM is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new monthly programme, Portsmouth’s Community Billboard, presented by Bekki Bradley and debuting this evening (11 December) at 6pm.
Heather Small MBE Inducted into Portsmouth Guildhall’s Wall of Fame During Wet Wet Wet Tour Stop
Express FM is proud to celebrate Heather Small MBE, who was officially inducted into the Portsmouth Guildhall Wall of Fame during her recent appearance as special guest with Wet Wet Wet at Portsmouth Guildhall.
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5:00am - 6:30am
Early riser? Finishing your nightshift? Can't sleep? Whatever the reason you're awake before everyone else, set sail into the new day with Ben.
6:30am - 10:00am
Ian James is back at 6.30 for your Thursday serving of Express Breakfast brought to you by Biscoes Solicitors. Ian will be joined by Hannah Murray, they will test your music knowledge with 'Backtracking' and keep you updated with all the latest traffic and travel news from across the city and challenge you with The Express Rewind Mystery Year at 9! Plus, Ian will be chatting to Lee McCarthy - Assistant Principal of City of Portsmouth College to talk about Colleges Week and catching up with Josh Brown and Liz Weston to discuss the Young Poet Laureate Competition on World Book Day
Lewis Filer and Simon Hartnett, co-owners of Hoggies, joined Paul Marsh & Casey Major-Bunce on Express FM ahead of opening their second venue in Drayton.
Kate joined Paul Marsh in the studio