Epsom and Ewell Times

6th November 2025 weekly
ISSN 2753-2771

25th January 2024

“Heat and Dust” epic in Epsom

COUNCIL NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

“Heat and Dust” epic in Epsom

You don’t need to read or watch the historical romantic drama set in the British Raj epoch in India by Ruth Prawer Jhabvala. The Chalk Pit off College Road Epsom … READ MORE

Local A&Es stretched in the cold snap

HEALTH NEWS

Local A&Es stretched in the cold snap

More than a thousand people visited one of St George’s, Epsom and St Helier’s emergency departments (EDs) on Monday, as demand for care soars.  It was the busiest day this winter, placing … READ MORE

Different ways to tackle foul-deeds

COUNCIL CRIME HEALTH

Different ways to tackle foul-deeds

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s approach to dog-fouling in its public parks may seem rather tame compared with the nearby Surrey Borough of Spelthorne. Spelthorne has adopted powers in the … READ MORE

Surrey Police all clean in the wash

NEWS POLICING

Surrey Police all clean in the wash

In January of last year, the Home Office asked all police forces to submit details of all serving police officers, staff and volunteers in order to check them against the … READ MORE

Maintaining business standards in Surrey

BUSINESS NEWS

Maintaining business standards in Surrey

Residents are encouraged to do their research and always look for reputable and recommended tradespeople before having any work done on their property.  Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards is pleased … READ MORE

Surrey’s debts match Woking’s but its position is secure?

COUNCIL FINANCES

Surrey’s debts match Woking’s but its position is secure?

Surrey County Council expects to add a further billion pounds in “additional” debt to its balance sheets but experts have praised its financial sustainability and suggested it is better placed … READ MORE

A blast celebrates 40 years past of Epsom Playhouse

ARTS COUNCIL LOCAL HISTORY

A blast celebrates 40 years past of Epsom Playhouse

On Friday 19th January, the Band of the Coldstream Guards joined residents of Epsom to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the Epsom Playhouse. Led by Director of music Lieutenant Colonel … READ MORE

Should we have a petition about petitions?

COUNCIL COUNCIL CONSTITUTION

Should we have a petition about petitions?

While Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s ePetition platform offers residents a voice in local decision-making, a closer examination of the data reveals a challenging picture. From September 2016 to the … READ MORE

Epsom centre brings hope to youth who need support

COUNCIL EDUCATION HEALTH

Epsom centre brings hope to youth who need support

With one of three Surrey centres based in Epsom the multi-agency Hope Service gets a glowing Ofsted report. Published last month the report finds that the Hope Service, provided by … READ MORE

Mystery Local Plan critic revealed

COUNCIL PLANNING

Mystery Local Plan critic revealed

Epsom and Ewell Times reported in full the speech from a member of the public at the Licensing, Planning and Policy Committee (LPPC) of 22nd November 2023. He addressed Councillors … READ MORE

Council’s contribution to our safety

COMMUNITY COUNCIL CRIME

Council’s contribution to our safety

Epsom and Ewell’s Crime and Disorder Committee met Wednesday 17th January to endorse an updated Community Safety Action Plan for 2024-25. This followed a period of consultation in which Chris Grayling … READ MORE

Council wants to prevent suicides

COUNCIL HEALTH

Council wants to prevent suicides

Tuesday 16th January Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Community and Well-Being Committee considered local suicides. In 2019, the Borough Council launched its Health & Wellbeing Strategy (HWBS), recognizing a concerning … READ MORE

Local Co-Vid volunteers rewarded with Council support

COUNCIL FINANCES VOLUNTEERS

Local Co-Vid volunteers rewarded with Council support

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s financial support for five key local voluntary organisations came up for review 16th January at the meeting of the Environment and Well-Being Committee. Age Concern … READ MORE

18th January 2024

Relative relief about Epsom and Ewell’s debt?

COUNCIL FINANCES

Relative relief about Epsom and Ewell’s debt?

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council‘s debt is about average with all 381 United Kingdom local authorities. UK councils owe a combined £97.8bn to lenders, equivalent to £1,455 per resident, as … READ MORE

Conservatives adopt new contender for Parliament

NEWS WESTMINSTER

Conservatives adopt new contender for Parliament

Epsom & Ewell Conservative Association has announced that Mhairi Fraser has been selected as the Conservative Parliamentary Candidate for Epsom & Ewell to fight the upcoming General Election, with current … READ MORE

Surrey’s £1/4 m fines for failing children

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Surrey’s £1/4 m fines for failing children

The failings of Surrey County Council’s children services has meant the under-fire authority paid more than £250,000 in fines, compensation, and redress payments to families it let down last year. … READ MORE

Surrey team addicted to changing futures

COUNCIL HEALTH

Surrey team addicted to changing futures

A former aircraft engineer has spoken out about how his alcohol addiction threatened to wreck his life. Steve Saunders, 66, from Pyrford, Woking says that what started as social drinking … READ MORE

Grate find in Epsom’s Millennium Green

LOCAL HISTORY NATURE

Grate find in Epsom’s Millennium Green

The Woodcote Millennium Green is unique in Surrey.  It comprises of an area of 7 acres, bounded by Woodcote Green Road to the north and the Woodcote Estate to the … READ MORE

Councillors belted-up on Green Belt?

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Councillors belted-up on Green Belt?

In a recent closed-door meeting held at the Town Hall, local councillors in the Borough of Epsom and Ewell,  convened to apparently deliberate on potential areas for housing development, with a particular … READ MORE

In the footsteps of the great man?

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

In the footsteps of the great man?

The great orator Sir Winston Churchill was born in Blenheim Palace in 1874. 150 years later Epsom‘s own Blenheim High School became a nursery for the next generation of orators. … READ MORE

Local rugby team not blinded by Old Alley

RUGBY SPORTS

Local rugby team not blinded by Old Alley

Sutton & Epsom RFC 15 – Old Alleynians 19. Saturday 13th January. On Dulwich Common at the start of the league campaign the Old Alleynians won anexhilarating encounter 29-25 with … READ MORE

Improving Surrey’s rights of way

COUNCIL NATURE

Improving Surrey’s rights of way

Surrey County Council is seeking the views of residents on the county’s Rights of Way to help drive improvements. The county council is responsible for around 2,164 miles (3,482 km) … READ MORE

Dancing for the Wells

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Dancing for the Wells

A sponsored “dancathon” took place on Saturday 6 January to help raise the funds needed to re-openthe community centre. Cllr Bernie Muir (Conservative – Horton Ward) danced for 5 hours, … READ MORE

11th January 2024

Drills in the Hills lawful

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Drills in the Hills lawful

Oil drilling near the Surrey Hills can proceed after the  Court of Appeal dismissed a legal challenge to stop fossil fuel extraction from Dunsfold. Climate emergency campaigners are still hopeful that … READ MORE

East Street Development gets Green Light

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

East Street Development gets Green Light

At the Epsom and Ewell Planning Committee meeting of 14th December the proposed demolition of 79-81 East Street and the construction of a part 5, part 6 storey building containing … READ MORE

Ruxley Lane development on casting vote

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Ruxley Lane development on casting vote

Properties on Ruxley Lane in Ewell with sizeable gardens will be demolished and replaced by 14 dwellings in two blocks. A tied vote of Councillors, at the Epsom and Ewell … READ MORE

Ewell derelict site gets development go-ahead

COUNCIL PLANNING

Ewell derelict site gets development go-ahead

14th December 2023 Epsom and Ewell planning committee granted planning permission for a proposed development on the Ewell-By-Pass / London Road site. The application has come before the committee several times before and … READ MORE

Neutrality Council for Epsom and Ewell Times

NEWS

Neutrality Council for Epsom and Ewell Times

In a groundbreaking move towards transparency and community involvement, The Epsom and Ewell Times is proud to announce the establishment of a Neutrality Council. This council, comprising representatives from the major political parties … READ MORE

Battersea power ahead of local rugby team

RUGBY SPORTS

Battersea power ahead of local rugby team

Battersea Ironsides 38 Sutton & Epsom RFC 29. Saturday 6th January. In September at Rugby Lane Sutton & Epsom belatedly gained their first success of their campaignwith a last gasp … READ MORE

A goal conceded for every year not played

FOOTBALL SPORTS

A goal conceded for every year not played

Epsom & Ewell FC 0-5 Camberley Town. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 6th January. Our first meeting with Camberley Town for five years ended in a dispiriting home … READ MORE

Dorking Halls to get refit

ARTS COUNCIL

Dorking Halls to get refit

The “jewel in Mole Valley’s crown” is set to shut over the summer as it undergoes a £3.24million safety refit. Dorking Halls has been recommended for the “minimal” amount of … READ MORE

Homeless child will have his day in court

COUNCIL HOUSING

Homeless child will have his day in court

The High Court has granted a judicial review into Surrey County Council’s decision not to house a “child in need”. In 2019, a 17-year-old who was known to Surrey’s social … READ MORE

Something special for Surrey athletes

NEWS SPORTS

Something special for Surrey athletes

Special Olympics Surrey Athletes Gear Up for Inaugural National Winter Games. In an exciting development for Special Olympics Great Britain, the country’s leading sports training and competition provider for individuals … READ MORE

Surrey social landlord downgraded by regulator

HOUSING NEWS

Surrey social landlord downgraded by regulator

Problems with repairs, service charges, complaints, damp and mould, contributed to one of Surrey’s largest social housing landlords being downgraded by regulators for failing its tenants. The Regulator of Social … READ MORE

Surrey chief moves on after 6 years

COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey chief moves on after 6 years

Surrey County Council Chief Executive Joanna Killian is to leave the council in March to take up the role of Chief Executive of the Local Government Association (LGA). Joanna has … READ MORE

4th January 2024

Surrey braces for doctors’ strike

HEALTH NEWS

Surrey braces for doctors’ strike

Hospitals and health services across Surrey are bracing themselves for the longest “and most difficult” strike in NHS history. Junior doctors, who make up about half of the medical workforce,  … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell schools get new CEO

EDUCATION NEWS

Epsom and Ewell schools get new CEO

The new chief executive of one of the country’s biggest multi academy trusts has a busy schedule in place as he prepares to visit all 42 schools under his watch … READ MORE

Peeling away Police Report

COUNCIL POLICING

Peeling away Police Report

Cllr Alex Coley (RA Ruxley) is Chair of the borough’s Crime & Disorder committee and Epsom & Ewell’srepresentative on the Surrey Police & Crime Panel, which holds the Police and … READ MORE

Miracle escape in Ewell for octogenarian

CRIME NEWS

Miracle escape in Ewell for octogenarian

Motorist John Woods, who is lucky to be alive after a pre-Christmas accident, has appealed for public help in tracking down the hit-and-run driver responsible. John, aged 84, of Tolworth, … READ MORE

Conquering disability through art

ARTS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Conquering disability through art

Conquest Art CIO was founded in Cheam in 1978 by artist Ursula Hulme MBE and now has 15 groups throughout England The members have a wide range of health problems … READ MORE

Underinvestment hits most vulnerable

COUNCIL FINANCES HOUSING

Underinvestment hits most vulnerable

The “most vulnerable” people in Woking will be made to find new homes after their extra care facility failed vital fire safety checks and was “all but condemned”. Brockhill Extra … READ MORE

Horley make mincemeat of Epsom and Ewell

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Horley make mincemeat of Epsom and Ewell

Horley Town 4-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 23rd December 2023. Exactly six years to the day since we last visited Horley Town, we … READ MORE

Surrey Borough running up big debts

COUNCIL FINANCES

Surrey Borough running up big debts

Runnymede Borough Council has been served formal notice over its “significant debt” and an over reliance on commercial income to support its services. The Department for Levelling up, Housing and … READ MORE

Tory leader pleads with Tory Government

COUNCIL FINANCES

Tory leader pleads with Tory Government

Taxpayers in Surrey are likely to be hit with a 5 per cent rate rise because the one-year Government funding package won’t cover the county council’s £13.5 million budget gap, its … READ MORE

Surrey getting greener?

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Surrey getting greener?

Following its declaration of a climate emergency in 2019, Surrey County Council has been on a mission to combat climate change and significantly slash carbon emissions. The council aims to … READ MORE

Catalogue of errors – death inquest

COUNCIL HEALTH

Catalogue of errors – death inquest

A Woking family has spoken of their “incredibly difficult time” after losing their son saying “there is nothing that can take away the pain”. Their comments came after an inquest … READ MORE

Green Belt off or relaxed a notch?

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Green Belt off or relaxed a notch?

Excitement has been stirred by Michael Gove‘s announcement 19th December that housing targets are advisory not mandatory. This change may mean a shift in Epsom and Ewell‘s Draft Local Plan … READ MORE

21st December 2023

Epsom Pianist scores 50 out of 101

ARTS COMMUNITY

Epsom Pianist scores 50 out of 101

In 2022 Epsom Choral Society celebrated its centenary. For very nearly half that century Marion Lea has accompanied the singers on the piano. Marion Lea, an acclaimed freelance pianist and … READ MORE

Wish their paths had not crossed?

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Wish their paths had not crossed?

Epsom & Ewell FC 0-2 Tadley Calleva*. Combined Counties League – Premier Division Tuesday 19th December 2023. On a rather chilly Tuesday evening at the Madgwick in front of less … READ MORE

Caught the Christmas Epsom Stagecoach to Paris

ARTS EDUCATION

Caught the Christmas Epsom Stagecoach to Paris

20 DECEMBER 2023: Gifted students from local Stagecoach Performing Arts Epsom were chosen to take part in Disney’s festive show, Let’s Sing, in Disneyland Paris at the weekend. The troupe of 21 … READ MORE

Gatwick 2nd runway sneaking in?

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Gatwick 2nd runway sneaking in?

Protesters against the expansion of Gatwick airport have said a new consultation on planning changes is an attempt to “sneak” a second runway through the back door. Gatwick Airport is … READ MORE

Local hospital plea to use 111 unless urgent

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Local hospital plea to use 111 unless urgent

A spike in very unwell patients has put indescribable pressure on St George’s, Epsom, and St Helier’s emergency departments – and with Christmas and doctors’ strikes on the way, demand … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell MP’s Christmas message

CHRIS GRAYLING COMMUNITY WESTMINSTER

Epsom and Ewell MP’s Christmas message

This has been a particularly challenging year for many people locally, and so in my Christmas message I want to pay particular tribute to all of those working for local … READ MORE

Somewhat resigned by Reigatians

RUGBY SPORTS

Somewhat resigned by Reigatians

Sutton & Epsom RFC 21 – Old Reigatian 38. Saturday 16th December. In the reverse fixture Old Reigatian finally subdued a stubborn Sutton and Epsom 35-29 after a game offluctuating … READ MORE

Goalless draw with bottom side

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Goalless draw with bottom side

Colliers Wood United 0-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 16th December 2023. On Saturday, two clubs; each placed in precarious positions in the League, … READ MORE

“The Wizard of Oz” works its magic in Epsom

ARTS COUNCIL

“The Wizard of Oz” works its magic in Epsom

Friday 15th December was opening night for this seasons annual pantomime at the Epsom Playhouse. Kate Spiller, founder of the production company said “We are delighted to present the classic … READ MORE

Top salary for bottom borough

COUNCIL FINANCES

Top salary for bottom borough

Woking Borough Council’s new managing director will be tasked with navigating its “grave” and  “extremely vulnerable position” – and be paid more than any other council CEO’s salary while they … READ MORE

Magic Table for Adults with Dementia 

COUNCIL HEALTH

Magic Table for Adults with Dementia 

Residents and staff at Banstead Library celebrated the launch of the award-winning innovation from the Netherlands. The Tovertafel (Dutch for “magic table”), is a ceiling mounted projector that projects light games … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell Borough of Sanctuary

COMMUNITY COUNCIL VOLUNTEERS

Epsom and Ewell Borough of Sanctuary

Epsom and Ewell is now poised to be a Borough of Sanctuary. Largely due to the extraordinary efforts of Nina Kaye and Jo Sherring of the Epsom and Ewell Refugee … READ MORE

Two Q or Not to Q? That was the Q….

COUNCIL COUNCIL CONSTITUTION

Two Q or Not to Q? That was the Q….

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council debated public participation in its committees on Tuesday 12th December. A proposed amendment to standing orders has the effect of restricting a member of the public … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell Council staff awarded 6%

COUNCIL FINANCES

Epsom and Ewell Council staff awarded 6%

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council 12th December agreed to award its staff a 6% increase to their salaries. Councillors had been advised that despite inflation moderating to some extent through … READ MORE

Doctor struck off where police found insufficient evidence

HEALTH NEWS POLICING

Doctor struck off where police found insufficient evidence

A Surrey doctor who used his position to gain the trust of a woman before choking and sexually assaulting her has been struck off. Former Royal Surrey County Hospital doctor … READ MORE

Little Solemn Mass

ARTS CULTURE

Little Solemn Mass

Ashtead Choral Society – Petite Messe Solennelle by Rossini. 4 November 2023 at St Martin’s Church, Epsom. A Review. Rossini’s singular foray into large scale religious choral composition, his ‘Small, … READ MORE

14th December 2023

Epsom and Ewell Council goes East

COUNCIL FINANCES

Epsom and Ewell Council goes East

Councillors at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council voted last night to undertake the relocation of the council’s Town Hall accommodation. Staff currently located at the Town Hall will move to … READ MORE

Alderman awards for Epsom and Ewell trio

COUNCIL COUNCIL CONSTITUTION

Alderman awards for Epsom and Ewell trio

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Tuesday 12th December conferred the title Alderman of the Borough on three men who long served the district as local councillors. Former Councillor Eber Kington … READ MORE

Local Plan costs eat into Council reserves

COUNCIL FINANCES PLANNING

Local Plan costs eat into Council reserves

An officers’ report to the Council advised a further £629,000 is required to progress the Local Plan 2022-2040. The matter was considered by Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources … READ MORE

Smoke safety lessons for Surrey services

COUNCIL NEWS

Smoke safety lessons for Surrey services

A 63-year-old bedridden man was killed in a house fire after smoking in bed, shortly after an “inexperienced” officer carried out an “unscrutinised” safety visit of his independent living flat. … READ MORE

Surrey borough kicks up a stink about stink

BUSINESS COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey borough kicks up a stink about stink

More than 200 tankers of human poo were shipped in to Camberley from across Surrey, Hampshire and London, saving Thames Water millions in potential pollution fines and its sewage trucks … READ MORE

Community Football hero retires

COMMUNITY FOOTBALL VOLUNTEERS

Community Football hero retires

Christ Church United Football Club is a community club that has been coaching the childrenof Epsom since the early ’90’s.   The club that’s always welcomed both boys and girls … READ MORE

The Wisdom of Epsom

ARTS LOCAL HISTORY

The Wisdom of Epsom

The Wizard of Oz is this year’s Epsom Playhouse Pantomime. Running Friday 15th December 2023 to Monday 1st January 2024. Book Tickets HERE. And it is a good excuse to … READ MORE

Top dog toppled in windy contest

RUGBY SPORTS

Top dog toppled in windy contest

Beckenham RFC 22 – Sutton & Epsom RFC 26. Saturday 9th December. Saturday marked the start of the home stretch with the first of the reverse fixtures. In Week 2both … READ MORE

Salts beat County Town, or City?

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts beat County Town, or City?

Epsom & Ewell 4-3 Guildford City. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 9th December 2023. On Saturday we welcomed Guildford City to our temporary home at Cobham for a … READ MORE

RAAC’s latest victim

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

RAAC’s latest victim

Redhill Library has had to close with immediate effect following further investigations of the known reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in the building. The closure of the library will allow … READ MORE

Surrey County chief talks to the BBC

COUNCIL FINANCES

Surrey County chief talks to the BBC

Cllr Tim Oliver, Conservative Leader of Surrey County Council was interviewed this morning on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme by Amol Rajan. Also Chairman of the County Council Network he … READ MORE

7th December 2023

Dedicated Epsom tree-man

COMMUNITY NATURE VOLUNTEERS

Dedicated Epsom tree-man

Dedication event at Alexandra Recreation Ground honours local hero Mike Ford Epsom & Ewell, 3rd December 2023. In a heart warming event volunteers from Friends of Alexandra Park and the … READ MORE

Draft advice may lead to energy savings

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Draft advice may lead to energy savings

Surrey County Council has been awarded £745,000 of funding through the Local Energy Advice Demonstrator (LEAD) project, to trial new and innovative approaches to tackle residential energy emissions, help residents … READ MORE

Unflagging Bunting clinches victory at the end

RUGBY SPORTS

Unflagging Bunting clinches victory at the end

Sutton & Epsom RFC 21 Old Colfeians 17 Saturday 2nd December. Old Colfeians arrived at Rugby Lane as the form team in the league with five victories onthe spin. Meanwhile … READ MORE

Salts fail to clear foggy condition

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts fail to clear foggy condition

Alton 2-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 2nd December 2023. “Sorry you had to see that” said our young Captain Harvey Keogh as a … READ MORE

Surrey women who stood for Parliament 1918

LOCAL HISTORY

Surrey women who stood for Parliament 1918

On 14th December 1918 women across the country turned out in their thousands to first vote in a General Election. In some areas they outnumbered men voters by 20 to … READ MORE

Local HIV testing proves its worth

HEALTH NEWS

Local HIV testing proves its worth

Tens of thousands of patients going to St George’s, Epsom and St Helier’s emergency departments (EDs) have been tested for HIV in the past year, thanks to a pioneering scheme … READ MORE

Sunak in Surrey

EDUCATION WESTMINSTER

Sunak in Surrey

The University of Surrey welcomed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Guildford MP Angela Richardson to campus on Thursday (30 November). Epsom and Ewell Times notes the Guildford Parliamentary Constituency is … READ MORE

30th November 2023

Well trained Father Xmas coming to Epsom

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Well trained Father Xmas coming to Epsom

Epsom Rotary are pleased to confirm the dates for this year’s street collections with Tilly the Train and Father Christmas around Epsom Town and we are excited to confirm we … READ MORE

Anchored in reason on local housing need?

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Anchored in reason on local housing need?

The Draft Local Plan lacks a proper negotiating position on future house building numbers in the Borough of Epsom and Ewell. So said an unnamed member of the public who … READ MORE

Penalty shoot out in normal time….

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Penalty shoot out in normal time….

Abbey Rangers 2-1 Epsom & Ewell. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 25th November 2023. In a match decided by three penalties and some rather odd officiating, we were … READ MORE

Surrey Hills now a “National Landscape”

NATURE NEWS

Surrey Hills now a “National Landscape”

All designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in England and Wales are becoming National Landscapes, including the Surrey Hills National Landscape. The new name reflects their national importance; the … READ MORE

Lavish production of Elijah reviewed

ARTS CULTURE

Lavish production of Elijah reviewed

Nigel Williams reviews Epsom Choral Society‘s performance on Saturday 18th November of Felix Mendelssohn’s oratorio Elijah staged in the town’s St Martin’s Church. The Old Testament prophet’s story was lavishly … READ MORE

Poorest will pay for a Council’s mismanagement

COUNCIL FINANCES

Poorest will pay for a Council’s mismanagement

Vulnerable people are set to bear the brunt of service charge rises after Woking Borough Council’s executive committee agreed to inflation-busting increases. People who receive community meals or extra care … READ MORE

Good money goes after bad

COUNCIL CRIME FINANCES

Good money goes after bad

A cash-strapped council will spend up to £350,000 on an investigation into potential fraud in its housing department. Guildford Borough Council confirmed police are working alongside an accredited anti-fraud investigation unit … READ MORE

23rd November 2023

Epsom’s leader welcomes more power for Surrey County Council

COUNCIL NEWS

Epsom’s leader welcomes more power for Surrey County Council

Following the Chancellor’s announcement in the Autumn Statement regarding the extension of devolution and further County Deals, Surrey County Council is engaging in discussions with Government on a Level 2 … READ MORE

Epsom Town Centre Masterplan Unveiled

COUNCIL PLANNING

Epsom Town Centre Masterplan Unveiled

Wednesday 22nd November the Licensing, Planning and Policy Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council approved a new iteration of a draft master plan for Epsom’s town centre to go … READ MORE

No way to discharge bankrupt Council

COUNCIL FINANCES

No way to discharge bankrupt Council

Bankrupt Woking Borough Council is spending up to £148,000 a year on free charging for electric vehicles – about the same it would cost to save the “Bustler” community bus … READ MORE

Kids takeover Ewell’s Bourne Hall

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Kids takeover Ewell’s Bourne Hall

On Friday 17 November Bourne Hall in Ewell collaborated with local college NESCOT as part of a national Kids in Museums Takeover Day event. This project sits within Epsom & … READ MORE

Local Council gets in the Christmas spirit for all

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Local Council gets in the Christmas spirit for all

The countdown to Christmas is here! Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and Bourne Hall are bringing Christmas cheer to winter days for residents and visitors. Festivities begin with the Christmas … READ MORE

Climate Justice. A generation thing?

COMMUNITY NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Climate Justice. A generation thing?

With Epsom Hospital Doctor and mother of four Kristine Damberg in the lead, Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice, a global grassroots organization, orchestrated coordinated actions across the UK and 30 countries on … READ MORE

Genuine victory on synthetic surface

RUGBY SPORTS

Genuine victory on synthetic surface

Cobham 16 Sutton & Epsom RFC 44. Saturday 18th November. Being the last league fixture in November the S&E squad had a rather Edwardian appearance as if they were members … READ MORE

Stella servant to local football passes

FOOTBALL OBITUARY

Stella servant to local football passes

Stella Lamont, Club President of Epsom and Ewell FC, passed away on Armistice Day 2023 at the age of 95. Born on September 1, 1928, Stella’s association with the club … READ MORE

Salts succumb to athleticism

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts succumb to athleticism

Epsom & Ewell 2-4 AFC Croydon Athletic. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 18th November 2023. A rather harsh 4-2 home defeat to AFC Croydon Athletic in our latest … READ MORE

East Surrey Hospital Inspection

HEALTH NEWS

East Surrey Hospital Inspection

Maternity services at East Surrey Hospital have been downgraded after inspectors flagged six key areas for improvement. A report following an inspection of the unit raised concerns with infection control, … READ MORE

Finance lessons for Parliament from Surrey Boroughs

COUNCIL FINANCES WESTMINSTER

Finance lessons for Parliament from Surrey Boroughs

Surrey Heath Borough Council is burning through its reserves and eyeing up serious cuts to services, the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Committee was told. The Monday, November 13, cross-party panel of … READ MORE

How Surrey MPs voted on ceasefire

NEWS WESTMINSTER

How Surrey MPs voted on ceasefire

No Surrey MPs voted in Parliament for a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza. The vote took place on Wednesday (November 15) on an amendment to the King’s Speech that was … READ MORE

What are your priorities for community safety?

COMMUNITY CRIME POLICING

What are your priorities for community safety?

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has launched a public consultation on the priorities for community safety in the borough and are asking residents, workers, visitors and businesses to have their … READ MORE

Undiluted squash champions of Epsom

COMMUNITY SPORTS

Undiluted squash champions of Epsom

Ebbisham Sports Club in Epsom is proud of its junior squash members, in particular several of its girls who regularly play in the Ladies Team competing against other clubs in … READ MORE

Damning report on local prison

CRIME NEWS

Damning report on local prison

The availability of drugs at one Surrey prison is a “critical threat to safety”, as inspectors said it had one of the highest positive test rates for illicit substances of all men’s … READ MORE

The Plot in the thick of planning options

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

The Plot in the thick of planning options

At a meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee held on 13th July it was decided that various Council owned “brownfield” sites would not be offered … READ MORE

16th November 2023

Council staff to get 6% pay increase?

COUNCIL FINANCES

Council staff to get 6% pay increase?

November 14th, Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee grappled with the decision of recommending a pay award for staff in the fiscal year 2024/25. The recommendation to … READ MORE

Local Council stalwarts up for local honour

COUNCIL NEWS

Local Council stalwarts up for local honour

In a proposal put to the Strategy and Resources Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council on 14th November, councillors were urged to consider bestowing the prestigious title of Honorary … READ MORE

Flooding concerns defer Church St care home plan

COUNCIL PLANNING

Flooding concerns defer Church St care home plan

9th November Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Planning Committee considered once more the plan to build a care home on the sites of the Church Street police and ambulance stations. … READ MORE

Care home plan lacked the “wow” factor

COUNCIL PLANNING

Care home plan lacked the “wow” factor

9th November Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Planning Committee debated the proposal for a care home on the site of the now demolished Organ and Dragon pub on the junction … READ MORE

Ukrainians uplift all in Epsom evening of culture

ARTS COMMUNITY CULTURE

Ukrainians uplift all in Epsom evening of culture

On Saturday 11th a choir of locally settled Ukrainians crowned an evening of their nation’s culture at Epsom Methodist Church. Several folk songs preceded a rousing rendition of the National … READ MORE

Bonkers about bunkers in Epsom

LOCAL HISTORY

Bonkers about bunkers in Epsom

The Epsom and Ewell Times joined a group of bunker-busters to explore the little known World War 2 underground complex. Located in 5 acres of private woodland on the west … READ MORE

Epsom & Ewell FC imperious victory in Imperial Fields

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom & Ewell FC imperious victory in Imperial Fields

Tooting & Mitcham 0-3 Epsom & Ewell. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 11th November 2023. Cast your mind back to the 4th March 2003. Some young lad by … READ MORE

Surrey set for the first ever Festival of Skills

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Surrey set for the first ever Festival of Skills

Hundreds of young people are set to be fired up about their futures at Surrey’s first ever Festival of Skills. The free one-day careers event will provide local students with … READ MORE

Local NHS Trust slow to respond to complaint

HEALTH NEWS

Local NHS Trust slow to respond to complaint

A complaint lodged against Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust regarding the care provided to the late Doreen Pepper, a Parkinson’s patient, has raised concerns about medication management … READ MORE

Veteran lives celebrated at Epsom’s Comrades Club

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

Veteran lives celebrated at Epsom’s Comrades Club

With funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, Surrey County Council has captured the life stories of four veterans and presented the booklets to them and their families in … READ MORE

Staying in bed problems for local NHS

HEALTH NEWS

Staying in bed problems for local NHS

Hospitals in Epsom And St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust unable to discharge almost two thirds of patients. This is according to a national data collection exercise conducted by the … READ MORE

Epsom’s University of the Creative Arts new boss

EDUCATION NEWS

Epsom’s University of the Creative Arts new boss

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA)  has begun a new chapter in its illustrious history, with the appointment of Professor Jane Roscoe as its incoming President & Vice-Chancellor. With a campus … READ MORE

Epsom Derby football cup defeat

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom Derby football cup defeat

Epsom & Ewell 1-2 Sutton United. Surrey Senior Cup – Second Round. Tuesday 7th November 2023. Our first match back in the Surrey Senior Cup for five years, coupled with … READ MORE

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