Village divide on Parade
Plans to demolish and rebuild a shopping parade in Oxshott, has been met with controversy among locals, with some residents decrying it as a “monstrosity” that would be “entirely out … Read More
Author: Emily Dalton
Epsom murders advance police responses
Surrey Police say its response to coercive and controlling behaviour in domestic abuse cases is “significantly more advanced” following the Epsom College murders. Emma Pattison, 45, was found dead alongside … Read More
Epsom College murder inquest
A coroner has called on the government to tighten gun-licensing laws after the former head of Epsom College and her daughter were murdered. Emma Pattison, 45, was found dead alongside her seven-year-old … Read More
Leatherhead town on the way up?
Leatherhead could become a “destination town” with an updated shopping arcade and cinema screens, according to regeneration plans. The future project could also see a ‘new neighbourhood’ created with up … Read More
Epsom welder’s widow seeks help with cancer claim
A woman who believed her incurable cancer may have been caused by washing her husband’s work clothes is looking for information. Annette, who was married to a former welder in … Read More
No sex please, we’re British police
Two ex-Surrey Police officers have been banned from the profession for gross misconduct after engaging in sexual activity on various occasions at police stations whilst on duty. One former officer … Read More
Hyperia’s screams have mixed local responses
What’s it like being neighbours to one of the biggest theme parks in the UK? “It depends if you like screaming,” residents say. Living next to Thorpe Park has split … Read More
Mental health art exhibition in Epsom
Children and young people using mental health services have been taking part in a ‘My Voice Matters’ exhibition, which allows participants to express themselves through the medium of art. The … Read More
Redhill theatre gone to rack and ruin?
There are currently no plans to reopen a much loved Surrey town centre theatre according to a new report. The Harlequin Theatre in Redhill closed its doors in September 2023 … Read More
Epsom Hospital upgrade at risk?
A “crumbling” Surrey hospital trust says it is “cracking on” with plans for a new hospital and upgrades despite concerns the government could scrap a funding plan Epsom General Hospital and … Read More
A lesson in Green Belt development?
A controversial plan to build 446 homes on Green Belt land near Horley, Surrey, has been approved on appeal, overturning the local council’s initial rejection. The development, proposed by Rydon … Read More
Footage of Epsom College murders aftermath not for idle police viewing
An ex-serving Surrey Police officer has been banned from the profession for gross misconduct after viewing body-worn camera footage of a “significant local and national case” without a legitimate reason. … Read More
Mixed responses in Surrey to 20mph zones
Plans for new speed limits in Surrey could go ahead despite lack of confidence it would improve road safety. Locals said they considered road conditions and potholes to have a … Read More
90% of Surrey road hole damage claims go to pot
Pothole damage has given rise to 5,619 claims for compensation from Surrey residents to the county council since May 2021. Since the last local election three years ago, only 581 … Read More
Give back OBE for SEND failures parents demand
Parents say “children and families lives are at stake” after the repeated “failings” by Surrey County Council (SCC) over special needs provision for children. Local authorities are legally obliged to … Read More
Surrey Borough fails social housing tenants
Guildford Borough Council (GBC) has failed to meet new rules on social housing a judgement has rules. The report published by the Regulator for Social Housing (RSH) said the social … Read More