27th July 2023

Train operators are extending the time available to respond to a consultation reviewing “how tickets are sold” at stations by an extra five and a half weeks. It means passengers … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Scrutinising complaints against Council

The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council met Tuesday 25th July. Questions arose surrounding the Annual Report of the Audit and Scrutiny Committee 2022-2023. The report is ‘designed to ensure the … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Guildford Council to cut to the bone

The Epsom and Ewell Times has been reporting on the fate of Woking’s and Guildford’s Borough Councils. In contrast to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council, which recently proclaimed healthy solvency, … READ MORE

Scrap on charges for DIY rubble waste

COUNCIL NATURE VOLUNTEERS

The Liberal Democrats on Surrey County Council claim the Conservative administration have ignored their own Government’s demand to stop charging local residents for bringing DIY waste to local tips. In … READ MORE

Reviving nature by the M25 in Leatherhead

25 July 2023

A £2.8million grant has been awarded to a wildlife charity as it aims to fulfil its founder’s last wishes.The Wildlife Aid Foundation, based in Leatherhead, was founded 40 years ago by … READ MORE

CRIME POLICING

To Catch a Bike Thief – not easy in Surrey

25 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate and former Royal Military Police officer Helen Maguire has revealed that 991 bike theft cases in Surrey were closed in 2022 without a … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Surrey cows driven by solar powered GPS

24 July 2023

Ground-breaking GPS technology is now being used on cattle across Surrey County Council’s Countryside Estate at Chobham, Wisley and Puttenham Commons to help with conservation grazing and benefit biodiversity. ‘Nofence’, … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY VOLUNTEERS

Orphans by mental ill-health and war

24 July 2023

Another tragic life that ended in Epsom and a burial in Europe’s largest and now abandoned asylum cemetery. The Friends of Horton Cemetery‘s research project is bringing back to life … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Guildford contemplates financial “Armageddon”.

22 July 2023

Guildford’s task to avoid issuing a bankruptcy notice requires “urgent” attention and councillors are branding the local council’s problems a “wake up call” – here’s everything we learned from a … READ MORE

Council deficiencies costing Surrey schools

22 July 2023

Schools are spending tens of thousands of pounds trying to support children with additional needs amid delays to assessments from Surrey County Council. One headteacher said a child waiting more … READ MORE

Surrey slips up on child’s GCSEs

An autistic child missed her GCSEs due to the failings of Surrey County Council, a watchdog has found. The girl missed about 40 weeks of education, the local government and … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

About women’s dignity. Period.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) have launched an initiative aimed at fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for women and girls across Surrey. Following a recent menstrual health … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Surrey supports mental health projects

The Surrey All Age Mental Health Investment Fund (MHIF) has awarded funding to 10 projects providing innovative, community-focused programmes to support the prevention of mental ill health and improvement of … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Change at the top at Epsom’s University

Professor Nick Foskett has been named as the interim President & Vice-Chancellor of the University for the Creative Arts. This includes the campus in Ashley Road, Epsom. Prof. Foskett, currently … READ MORE

20th July 2023

27 July 2023

£10m Co-Vid grant pay-back put in wrong place

19 July 2023

A £10million accounting error at cash-strapped Guildford Borough Council was discovered in March but councillors were only told this month. The error meant it looked like there was more in … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

RA and Green motion to improve Surrey’s “Green” motion

19 July 2023

It could soon be possible to take a “pleasant walk or cycle” along a Surrey road without being “slapped” in the face by “brambles or nettles”. A motion calling on … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Contractors occupying the high-ground

18 July 2023

Ewell school benefits from local highway contractors’ social value activities. Milestone Infrastructure, a part of M Group Services, is committed to supporting the communities in which it operates and was … READ MORE

MARK TODD WESTMINSTER

An alternative view from Labour

17 July 2023

Mark Todd lives in Epsom and is the Chair of the local Labour Party. He contested the new ward of Horton at the 4th May Epsom and Ewell Borough Council … READ MORE

Thames Water among worst in country

17 July 2023

Standout levels of pollution and poor monitoring has left Thames Water languishing joint last among the country’s “very disappointing” water and sewerage companies. The damning verdict was delivered in a … READ MORE

Kids takeover Bourne Hall digitally

15 July 2023

On Friday 7 July Bourne Hall in Ewell handed over its social media channels to young people from St Clement’s Catholic Primary School in Ewell, as part of a national … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Little plots of Council land for housing?

15 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee decided Thursday 13th July to submit two Council owned sites for housing. The Draft Local Plan sets out the framework for … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Council’s financial reservations

15 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s finances came under the spotlight at a meeting 13th July of the Strategy and Resources Committee. Chair Neil Dallen MBE (RA Town Ward) opened the … READ MORE

Surrey’s triple contribution towards net zero

The University of Surrey is playing a role in three new national energy research centres which will boost knowledge, create innovative green technologies and reduce demand for energy to achieve … READ MORE

Respite for carers in Surrey to increase?

The chronic shortage of overnight respite places in Surrey could improve if plans to increase the number of available beds by almost 50 per cent are given the go-ahead. Surrey … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS

Capital punishment for local businesses?

South East businesses are being forced to put the brakes on growth plans, as 97% of companies admit difficulty in accessing capital is impacting their business. According to BDO LLP’s … READ MORE

Another Surrey borough going under?

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Guildford Borough Council will bring in “strict controls” on new spending and aim to get its finances in order with a special budget to be set this month. The authority … READ MORE

Gatwick to get 2nd runway?

Gatwick Airport’s bid to double its capacity to 78 million passengers and effectively create a second Heathrow will cause a “bigger impact locally than Horse Hill” oil drilling, a local … READ MORE

13th July 2023

27 July 2023

Doctors’ strike: advice

A wave of back-to-back strikes will severely impact hospital services over the coming week – and will follow the busiest month of 2023 for one hospital group. St George’s, Epsom … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS VOLUNTEERS

Epsom medics sky-dive for babies

A team of obstetricians, gynaecologists, neonatologists and nurses who work at Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust have raised nearly £10,000 for Bliss, the UK’s leading charity for babies born … READ MORE

We are the greenest?

Epsom and Ewell is the greenest local authority in the UK, according to most recent data. Industries located in the borough produced 5 kilotons of carbon dioxide per year in 2020, a Utility … READ MORE

COUNCIL POLICING

Surrey’s 999 services under one operator?

A review into Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner taking control of the county’s fire and rescue service has been branded “a waste of time” and “unwarranted” by councillors. The proposals … READ MORE

COUNCIL LOCAL HISTORY

Esher monument cleaners risk arrest….

BUSINESS EDUCATION SPORTS

An Esher monument so “grubby” that people want to clean with toothbrushes is an “enigma” as to who owns and is responsible for it. The White Lady Milestone road marker, outside … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell High getting fitter

Lifestyle Fitness and Bourne Education Trust have announced they will be working together to provide the leading sports facilities at Epsom & Ewell High School to the local community. Lifestyle … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS SPORTS

Brawling Bowling Club reprieved

The “level of violence and hostility” during a mass brawl inside a Surrey bowling club was unlike anything a serving police officer had ever experienced before, they have claimed. A … READ MORE

Accountants shortage blamed for Surrey’s rising debts

The scale of the financial problems unearthed by initial forensic exams of Woking Borough Council’s left many shocked. The council’s accounts had not been signed off by an independent auditor for … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS SPORTS

Derby disrupter doesn’t quite go down

6 July 2023

Ben Newman ran onto the Epsom racecourse seconds after the starter gates opened on the 3rd June 2023 Derby flat-race. Though the horses were still out of sight by the … READ MORE

6th July 2023

27 July 2023

Met poaches Surrey police claims Commissioner

5 July 2023

Surrey has more police officers than ever before despite attempts by the Met to “poach” officers, according to the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner. Lisa Townsend told a meeting of … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Epsom’s University challenges for graduates

4 July 2023

Students from the Class of ‘23 at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Epsom descended upon London’s Royal Festival Hall for their graduation ceremony on Tuesday 4 July. … READ MORE

ULEZ court challenge begins

4 July 2023

The coalition of councils opposed to expansion of the ULEZ to outer London is optimistic of success on the first day of its legal challenge. Representatives from the five councils … READ MORE

Green complaints not black and white

4 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council disagrees with the claims made by Green Belt campaigners reported 1st July. Yufan Si of Epsom and Ewell Green Belt and Alexander Duval stated that … READ MORE

Under 21s Surrey bus travel at 50%

3 July 2023

Young people aged 20 and under are now entitled to 50% off all bus journeys across Surrey. A new ‘LINK’ card has been developed by Surrey County Council which can … READ MORE

Green Belt development objections excluded

1 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Draft Local Plan proposes housing developments on Green Belt land. Prominent local objectors to building on Green Belt land have discovered that their objections have … READ MORE

Confusing debate on police attending mental health calls

An ex-police officer has responded to Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner’s calls for coppers to attend fewer mental health call outs – saying the first murder he attended was initally … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY

Local Talent Shines Bright

On the evening of June 27th, 2023, The Epsom Playhouse opened its doors to The Epsom and Ewell Showcase, brought together by the Epsom Rotary Club. This evening had it … READ MORE

Running ahead of Crohn’s disease

“I didn’t think I would ever be able to run 10k” said Epsom man and Crohn’s disease sufferer Harry Reed. But he will now compete in the London race on … READ MORE

Biggins departs for good conduct

This was Mark Biggins’ last concert in charge of Epsom Chamber Choir. He may return some day as a guest. The conductor Chamber Choir have shared with English National Opera … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE NEWS

New Epsom theatre very open for business

Set amidst rolling lavender fields, the Lavender Theatre will open for its inaugural summer season this July in Epsom. The theatre is located at 139 Reigate Road, Epsom KT17 3D … READ MORE

CHRIS GRAYLING PLANNING WESTMINSTER

Time for us all to slow down?

29 June 2023

A default 20mph speed limit could be coming to Surrey’s towns and villages. Surrey County Council is developing a new speed limit policy with the aim of making streets safer … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Epsom family Opened to a two degree challenge

29 June 2023

Joanna McLenaghan walked quite literally in her Epsom father’s footsteps when she followed dad Ian across the stage to collect identical degrees recently at a ceremony staged by The Open … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Accountant’s fees in dispute

29 June 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council‘s external audit fees, provided by Grant Thornton UK LLP, are in the region between £50,000 to £60,000 per annum for an annual budget in the … READ MORE

29th June 2023

27 July 2023

Chris Grayling MP on new homes and biodiversity

Now that the local elections are out of the way, we all wait with interest to see what the Borough Council is planning to do about its controversial plan to … READ MORE

Surrey’s worst road to be improved

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

A £1.8million scheme to improve a Surrey A-road branded “one of the worst in the country” has moved to its next stage. Councillors at Surrey County Council’s cabinet highlighted the … READ MORE

ULEZ driving old cars to Epsom market

Epsom has the highest number of second-hand cars for sale per 10,000 people, followed by Winsford and Preston. Hatchbacks are the most common type of second-hand car, accounting for 38% … READ MORE

A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream in Cheam

Epsom Choral Society gave us a night to remember at St Andrews Church in Cheam last Saturday. Their programme was an unusual and attractive coupling of works by Constant Lambert … READ MORE

ARTS COUNCIL

Surrey splashing out

Making a Claygate outdoor swimming pool an all year round indoor facility is one of many projects supported by Surrey County Council’s Community Fund. Since November 2020 the Fund has … READ MORE

Mole Valley Plan Paused

As Epsom and Ewell’s Draft Local Plan’s progress awaits a new timetable we take a look at what’s happening in neighbouring Mole Valley. Chris Caulfield reports. The decision on where, … READ MORE

Multi-million pound transformation for Surrey libraries

27 June 2023

A multi-million investment into Surrey’s libraries has been approved by Surrey County Council’sCabinet to modernise services and create flexible, innovative and inclusive spaces that best meet theneeds of our residents. … READ MORE

Meet Epsom & Ewell’s new Mayor, Robert Geleit.

24 June 2023

Epsom and Ewell Times welcomes the new Mayor. Labour Councillor for Court Ward, Robert Geleit. EET: The main thing I wanted to discuss was charities, I see that you are … READ MORE

Surrey Council ‘blamed me as a parent’ after asking for help

A mother of an (Special Educational Needs) SEN child claims Surrey County Council “blamed her” as a parent after she asked for help and support, according to a local government … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY CULTURE

Epsom and Ewell’s refugee talent

Celebrating World Refugee Week (19th – 25th June) Epsom and Ewell Refugee Network has been celebrating the talents and success of refugees the charity has supported. Nataliia Zadorizhna is a concert … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY

Local talent showing up for charity

EPSOM ROTARY CLUB will again be hosting the EPSOM & EWELL SHOWCASE at Epsom Playhouse at 19.00 hr on Tuesday 27 June 2023. Tickets at £25 each support an amazing variety … READ MORE

County CEO’s pay rise triggering strikes?

A pay offer giving Surrey County Council’s chief executive almost 10 times more than the authority’s lowest paid workers has prompted a strike action ballot. Social workers, teaching assistants and … READ MORE

BUSINESS EDUCATION NEWS

Surrey’s “Tugs in Space!”

Thanks to £250,000 of government funding announced today, a new type of electric space propulsion system will be developed by the University of Surrey in partnership with the University of … READ MORE

The knives are out in Woking

The Epsom and Ewell Times has covered the bankruptcy of Woking Council. Recently we have received daily updates from our partners at the BBC’s Local Democracy Reporting Service but spared … READ MORE

22nd June 2023

27 July 2023

NEWS SPORTS

Residents’ complaints about anti-protester measures ahead of Derby

21 June 2023

Epsom Derby organisers faced an “awful lot of complaints” from residents as they put up fencing and closed footpaths to minimise disruption caused by Animal Rising protesters. The activists had … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

2700 cubs and brownies came to Epsom

20 June 2023

Cub Scouts and Brownies from Epsom & Ewell districts joined over 2700 Cub Scouts, Brownies and leaders from across Surrey for a day of fun and adventure at an activity … READ MORE

NEWS SPORTS

Should have gone to the Surrey Youth Games?

On Saturday, children in Epsom & Ewell who took part in the 2023 Specsavers Surrey Youth Games and their families came together to celebrate the Games at the Surrey Sports … READ MORE

Anonymity justified by acquittal?

A service Surrey Police officer who allegedly ‘harassed two female colleagues’ has been cleared of misconduct. The hearing’s chairperson said they had looked into allegations that a police constable carried … READ MORE

COUNCIL OPINIONS

Prevention costs less than cures…..

COMMUNITY NATURE VOLUNTEERS

Opinion by County Councillor Eber Kington: It goes without saying that, if local councils prevent something untoward happening, that will save the higher costs of repairing the damaged caused. Fill in … READ MORE

Uncommon commitment to the Common

COMMUNITY NATURE VOLUNTEERS

The Epsom Common Association (ECA) has a membership of around five hundred households, and works closely with Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s Countryside Team and the Lower Mole Partnership to … READ MORE

Sustaining Epsom and Ewell’s trees

The Epsom and Ewell Tree Advisory Board (EETAB) founded in 1994 is a partnership of environmentally minded volunteers from the local community who work together to safeguard and promote the … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS POLICING

Ex MPC, now Epsom PPC, tackles Surrey PCs

16 June 2023

Epsom and Ewell Liberal Democrat prospective parliamentary candidate and former Royal Military Police officer, Helen Maguire, is pushing Government to spend more on policing in Surrey given the “dire” state … READ MORE

Stretching Epsom taxi ULEZ exemption

16 June 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee decided Thursday 15th June to put out to public consultation a change to licensing requirements for taxis seeking operating licences … READ MORE

Pause for thought on paused Plan

16 June 2023

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee reviewed the state of play with the Draft Local Plan at a meeting Thursday 15th June. The progression of the … READ MORE

Kerbing car pollution trial in Surrey

15 June 2023

On Thursday 15 June, Clean Air Day, Surrey County Council is launching the trial of two domestic kerbside electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for Surrey residents who do not have … READ MORE

15th June 2023

27 July 2023

COUNCIL SPORTS

Anyone for tennis? If you pay

15 June 2023

Plans to introduce fees to Epsom and Ewell Borough’s currently free of charge tennis courts are underway, after several proposals were agreed upon by councillors at a meeting of the … READ MORE

ARTS BUSINESS NEWS

Surrey County Council co-stars in national CoSTAR lab

14 June 2023

Surrey is to be the home of brand new state-of-the art facilities for the UK’s creative industry sector, thanks to a successful bid involving Surrey County Council. A partnership team, … READ MORE

Pressure on Epsom Hospital at boiling point?

Visits to emergency departments (EDs) rocketed on Monday, with more people coming through the doors than ever before. More than 1,250 people went to one of St George’s, Epsom and St … READ MORE

Surrey’s vulnerable money support

Surrey County Council has been allocated a further £10.6m funding to continue to support the county’s most vulnerable households. The funding comes from the Government’s Household Support Fund as part … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY CULTURE

Epsom choristers go south for the Summer

This year, Epsom Choral Society’s summer concert will take you on a journey of discovery with two exciting British 20th century works on Saturday 24th June 2023 in St Andrew’s … READ MORE

NHS website remedy for hay-fever

With hay-fever suffering at a peak the NHS urges sufferers to visit its website for advice and reduce pressures on its telephone and other services. The number of hay fever … READ MORE

Surrey’s do-re-me for solar to do

12 June 2023

Surrey residents can boost local renewable energy generation, cut carbon emissions and save on their energy bills with a new community led initiative to install solar panels for less. As … READ MORE

ARTS COUNCIL

Surrey Youth Arts and Culture Festival

This summer, Surrey based cultural organisations, creative industries and education providers will come together to deliver the Surrey Youth Arts and Culture Festivals 2023. The festivals have been developed by … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS POLICING

Not insulated against prosecution

47 activists who caused chaos on the Surrey stretch of the M25 in the autumn of 2021 have been convicted of a variety of offences following a lengthy and complex … READ MORE

Epsom less flat after more flats approved

Two new blocks of flats will be built next to Epsom Railway Station after planners gave the go-ahead.Planning applications for 16 new homes on the corner of East Street and … READ MORE

Hospitals heatwave warning

Summer looks like it’s here at last – but with a surge in temperatures also meaning a surge in people visiting emergency departments, members of the public are urged to … READ MORE

Anonymity for Surrey policeman

A serving Surrey Police officer accused of a “series of acts of harassment” against three female officers will not be named by the force throughout his gross misconduct hearing. A five-day … READ MORE

8th June 2023

27 July 2023

Woking bankruptcy, far or near to us?

7 June 2023

Woking maybe a town distant on the horizon of Epsom but its debts may yet ripple onto Epsom and Ewell taxpayers’ shoulders. Chris Caulfield reports. Woking Borough Council has gone … READ MORE

COUNCIL GUEST COLUMN

Verging on the ridiculous

7 June 2023

Opinion by County Councillor Eber Kington: The decision by the Conservative ruling group at Surrey County Council to take back from April the cutting of highway verges from Epsom and … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Birds dropping trees?

The fate of trees which a Surrey golf club wanted to cut down because of bird poo falling on its clubhouse patio is still unclear. The beech trees outside Guildford … READ MORE

Council to pay £15,000 to families over failings

A “senior level” review into Surrey County Council’s educational shortcomings must be carried out and £15,000 paid out to the families it has failed, a local government watchdog ordered. The … READ MORE

Surrey’s school transport £12M overspend

Surrey County Council officers say the authority must tackle a £12million overspend on school transport “to avoid adversely impacting services”. The situation is made all the more difficult as “pressures anticipated for … READ MORE

Surrey safeguarding slip-up

Surrey authorities publicly named a five-month-old baby who died and his mother in a safeguarding review due to “human error”. The LDRS* can exclusively reveal Surrey Safeguarding Children Partnership breached … READ MORE

Child victim of Co-Vid constraints?

A five-month-old who died in his baby bouncer could have been part of a “systemic failure” of social services that were there to get the “best outcomes” for the children … READ MORE

CRIME SPORTS

Police maintain order at Epsom Derby Festival

5 June 2023

Surrey Police successfully carried out one of its biggest policing operations at the Epsom Derby Festival at the weekend (2 and 3 June). The event, which took place at Epsom … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY NEWS

Surrey celebrates life on the road

3 June 2023

June is Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month and Surrey Heritage uses this opportunity to raise awareness of the community’s unique heritage and help people trace their Gypsy family history. If you’re … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY SPORTS

A Derby story for Epsom’s famous races

No racing follower of the Epsom Derby forgets Mill Reef. What he achieved on the racecourse was extraordinary but there was something else about Paul Mellon’s champion, the way he … READ MORE

“Oh Fate” fills lofty Epsom Church

Ashtead Choral Society – review of its concert on 13th May St Martins Church, Epsom. The evening began with Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana. Written in 1936, this secular work has … READ MORE

Epsom Hospital’s speedy chemo for cancer kids

A mum says she is “amazed” by a new chemotherapy service that has proven to be invaluable for young cancer patients and their families. Nathan Dunne, nine, is usually “back … READ MORE

Make way for Epsom Derby visitors?

Rail strikes will reduce services to Epsom, Epsom Downs and Tattenham Corner stations Friday – Oaks Day and Saturday – Derby Day. With over 100,000 spectators anticipated to attend the … READ MORE

Ewell Village vitalisation

COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUNTEERS

Ewell residents are being asked to take part in a public consultation on a range of improvements to revitalise Ewell Village and help to make it a safer, more welcoming … READ MORE

1st June 2023

27 July 2023

COUNCIL EDITORIAL

Watch Epsom and Ewell Borough Councillors at work

29 May 2023

Not only can you watch online all Epsom and Ewell Borough Council and Council committee meetings live, you can also catch up on those you miss on the Council’s YouTube … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY

Daughter of Lord Rosebery who helped Derby Gypsies

29 May 2023

Born on 18 September 1879, Lady Sybil Myra Caroline Grant (nee Primrose) was the daughter of Lord Rosebery, the Epsom resident and Liberal Prime Minister from 1894 to 1895 and … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY CULTURE

Ewell film festival ends with a bang

29 May 2023

The Satisfied Eye International Film Festival wrapped up its 4th edition with a bang on Sunday, closing out this year’s event with a thrilling taiko drumming performance. Festival founder Chris … READ MORE

Epsom Hospital Radio goes National

28 May 2023

Back in 1978 two patients in Epsom District Hospital were having a discussion about music. It turned out that they were both DJs and between them they decided to launch … READ MORE

NEWS

Aiming high in local government reporting

28 May 2023

Epsom and Ewell Times is proud to have been a part in the fulfilment of one of our volunteer citizen journalist’s ambition to work as a reporter. Ellie Ames, who … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE NEWS

Picture the opening…..

27 May 2023

The 4th Satisfied Eye International Film Festival (26th to 28th May) has opened its doors in Bourne Hall Ewell. There was a sense of anticipation in the air as people … READ MORE

Challenge to ULEZ gaining grounds

27 May 2023

The High Court has today (26 May 2023) announced it will allow further grounds for challenge as part of a Judicial Review by a coalition of councils into the proposed expansion of … READ MORE

Junior doctor strikes to be ‘monthly’ in Surrey?

BUSINESS LOCAL HISTORY NEWS

Junior doctor strikes at a Surrey NHS trust is feared to become ‘monthly’ with ‘a lot less willingness’ from people to cover gaps in maintaining levels of service. The Royal … READ MORE

Derby stalwart sent over the Hill?

Baronet Sir Rupert Mackeson, a former soldier, London banker and a passionate horse racing author, who loves Epsom, talked to the Epsom and Ewell Times’s Romana Sustar. “I joined the … READ MORE

EDITORIAL

Who should be moved?

Today we have published a report about the case of a Reigate resident’s rights to be moved away from nuisance neighbours. Why should she move? Why do the rights of … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Housing rights enhanced by neighbours from hell?

The experiences of Epsom and Ewell’s nearby Surrey Borough Councils help to enhance public understanding of the rights and responsibilities of local residents and our Council. This report of Chris … READ MORE

Woking Council has the worst debt in Britain!

Woking Borough Council has crumbled under the sheer weight of its crippling £2billion debt as Government appointed commissioners have been sent in. The borough council had amassed the billions in … READ MORE

25th May 2023

27 July 2023

Epsom and Ewell’s Satisfying Film Festival begins

25 May 2023

Led by Epsom resident and professional producer Chris Hastings, this years Satisfied Eye International Film Festival is hosted in the iconic flying saucer shaped Bourne Hall in Ewell. The Festival … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell’s 7th Labour Mayor?

25 May 2023

Labour Councillor Rob Geleit for Court Ward has been officially recognised as the new Mayor of Epsom and Ewell at the council’s annual Mayor Making ceremony at the Town Hall … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Surrey takes European lead on Hong Kong

Europe’s first research hub dedicated to Hong Kong Studies will be launched at the University of Surrey on Thursday 25 May 2023. Surrey’s Hong Kong Studies Hub will look to … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

Esher & Walton up for GRaabs

Dominic Raab, former Deputy Prime Minister and Conservative MP for Esher and Walton, will step down at the next general election due to the “increasing concerns over the last few … READ MORE

Future of the Planet in Surrey hands?

A Cumbrian coal mining firm is intervening in a landmark legal hearing to determine whether oil drilling should be allowed in Surrey. The Horse Hill drilling case is set for … READ MORE

Council pays £3,900 to mother of SEND child

Surrey County Council failed to provide suitable full-time education to an SEND primary school child, causing the youngster to miss valuable learning time and creating undue stress for his mother, … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Banking on you and me in Epsom and Ewell

21 May 2023

The Epsom and Ewell Time Bank is launching soon and they’re having a social gathering early June 2023. If you’re interested in registering or have any questions, this is your … READ MORE