Epsom man awarded for psychosis interventions
A Peer Support Volunteer based in Epsom has won a Gold Award at the annual Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Staff Awards for his extraordinary contribution to the … Read More
Author: Sam Jones
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Faces Scrutiny Over Constitutional Reforms
The Standards and Constitution Committee meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council on 16th April was marked by heated exchanges and concerns over transparency, democratic participation, and officer-councillor relations. The … Read More
Volunteers Join Forces with Councillor to Give Epsom a Spring Clean
Epsom Town Centre was treated to a thorough spring clean on Sunday 6th April, as a team of around 40 volunteers from the international youth group ASEZ WAO UK joined … Read More
Shock as Surrey Council Puts Protected Woodland Up for Auction
A surprise decision by Surrey County Council (SCC) to auction off a cherished woodland in the heart of Cuddington has sparked uproar among residents and elected councillors, who are now … Read More
The cost of saving the cost of local government
As of April 2025, Epsom and Ewell is actively engaged in Surrey’s significant local government reorganisation, aiming to transition from the existing two-tier system to a unitary authority model. The … Read More
QR Code Scams Surge in Surrey
A 667% Rise Since 2019 as Criminals Target Public Spaces. QR code-related scams in Surrey have surged by more than sixfold since 2019, new figures reveal — mirroring a dramatic … Read More
RA councillor replaces Independent member as scrutiny row erupts at Epsom Town Hall
A stormy Audit and Scrutiny Committee meeting at Epsom and Ewell Borough Council on Thursday 27 March has ignited a political row, as Councillor Robert Leach (RA Nonsuch) controversially replaced … Read More
Epsom & Ewell’s Local Plan under the Green microscope
Epsom Green Belt Group Lodges Formal Complaint Against Borough Council Over Local Plan Submission The Epsom Green Belt Group (EGBG) has submitted a formal complaint to Epsom and Ewell Borough … Read More
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has no choice but to vote for its own demise
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Divided Over Local Government Reorganisation An extraordinary meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council was held on 18th March 2025, where councillors engaged in an … Read More
Geography Squadron celebrates 70 years in Ewell
In a ceremony held on Saturday 15th March in Ewell the 135 Geographic Squadron Royal Engineers commemorated their 70th anniversary at Mercator House (off Welbeck Close) by unveiling the first … Read More
Local Government Reorganisation in Surrey: Key Proposals
The leaders of all 12 Surrey councils have reached an agreement on the fundamental principles for an interim proposal concerning local government reorganisation (LGR) within the county. The proposal, which … Read More
Epsom and Ewell Local Plan Submitted for Examination
Residents Encouraged to Stay Engaged and Make Representations Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has officially submitted the Epsom and Ewell Local Plan (2022-2040) to the Secretary of State for Housing, … Read More
Epsom and Ewell’s Record-Breaking Poppy Appeal
The Royal British Legion’s Epsom and Ewell branch has once again demonstrated the remarkable generosity of the local community, raising a record-breaking total of £79,366.99 during the 2024 Poppy Appeal. … Read More
Epsom Runner’s Tribute to Sister Raises Over £22,000 for Epilepsy Charity
An Epsom man has completed an extraordinary fundraising challenge in memory of his sister, raising more than £22,000 for national charity Epilepsy Action. Barry Ahearn, from Epsom, ran 27 half-marathons … Read More
The Battle of Waterloo Road development
The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Planning Committee has unanimously rejected a controversial proposal for a 12-unit residential development on Waterloo Road. Councillors cited concerns over poor design, excessive height, … Read More
Epsom Ranks Among Surrey’s Best for Train Punctuality
Epsom railway station has emerged as one of Surrey’s most reliable stations for punctuality and service, faring significantly better than many other locations across the county. Despite serving three major … Read More