18th June 2026
Epsom town centre licensing clampdown rejected — for now
Epsom and Ewell councillors have decided not to begin work on a tougher licensing policy for Epsom town centre, after a debate over whether late-night crime and anti-social behaviour justify … Read More
Surrey’s Big Poetry Weekend launches in Egham this summer
A major new poetry festival is coming to Surrey this summer, as the Surrey Poet Laureateship launches its first annual poetry festival. Surrey’s Big Poetry Weekend ’26 will take place … Read More
Epsom counselling service aims to make therapy more accessible
Mental health challenges can affect anyone, at any stage of life. Yet many people still struggle to access the support they need because of long waiting lists, financial pressures or … Read More
Epsom & Ewell Silver Band brings sunshine and brass to Kensington Gardens
Visitors to Kensington Gardens were treated to an afternoon of brass music on Sunday 14 June, as the Epsom & Ewell Silver Band performed at the historic Kensington Gardens Bandstand. … Read More
A brand-new pregnancy scanning clinic has opened in Epsom & Ewell
With pregnancy being one of the most special times in an expectant parent’s life, many choose to make the journey even more memorable by having additional scans outside the NHS … Read More
Surrey research: independent directors help rein in bossy bosses
Surrey research: independent directors help rein in risky CEO pay New research from the University of Surrey suggests that independent company directors may be more effective at scrutinising executive pay … Read More
Mayoralty is not for Surrey Leader
Surrey County Council’s outgoing leader says he will not seek to become the county’s mayor if and when the role is created. Councillor Tim Oliver, who has led the county … Read More
Surrey praises Libraries of Things as Ewell scheme offers test borrowing
Surrey County Council has hailed its growing network of “Libraries of Things” as a smarter and greener way for residents to borrow useful household items rather than buying them — … Read More