ARTS CULTURE NEWS

Satisfy your eye at Epsom film festival

24 July 2024

Epsom based Satisfied Eye International Film Festival (SEIFF) is set to dazzle film enthusiasts with its “Best of Fest 2024,” running from July 26-28 at the brand new Picture House … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FAITH

Ahmadiyya roti for local food bank

24 July 2024

Fresh bread from local Ahmadi Muslims will be made from the Roti-making factory at the UK’s largest Muslim convention, the Jalsa Salana, as part of the “Bread for Britain” campaign … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL VOLUNTEERS

Council works with local charities for needy

23 July 2024

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is working with three local charities to distribute up to £88,700 from the Household Support Fund to people experiencing financial hardship across the borough. The … READ MORE

CRIME POLICING

Footage of Epsom College murders aftermath not for idle police viewing

22 July 2024

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

COUNCIL TRANSPORT

Mixed responses in Surrey to 20mph zones

22 July 2024

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

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Surrey Scouts honour Armed Forces Covenant

20 July 2024

Surrey Scouts have become the first Scout County in the UK to sign the Armed Forces Covenant. Representing a commitment on behalf of the 18,000 members of Scouting in Surrey, … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Making Box Hill more accessible on foot

20 July 2024

Access has been vastly improved up to iconic landmark, Box Hill in the Surrey Hills National Landscape thanks to the refurbishment of 300 steps. Originally installed by volunteers back in … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Community urged to help restore nature in Surrey 

20 July 2024

Surrey County Council is seeking support from residents, businesses and community groups to help shape a new ‘Local Nature Recovery Strategy’ (LNRS). Developed with partners, the strategy will set out … READ MORE

COUNCIL SPORTS

Anyone for tennis?

20 July 2024

Continuing the enthusiasm for tennis following Wimbledon, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will be offering bookable free tennis sessions from Tuesday 23 July to Monday 26 August, between 8am and … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Surrey teacher banned for underwear social media pupil chat

18 July 2024

A Surrey teacher has been banned after messaging pupils about thongs, favourite underwear, and shaving. [The Teachers’ Regulation Agency (TRA) has not published the name of the school in the … READ MORE

HORSE RACING SPORTS

Get a lift from Epsom’s flat season.

17 July 2024

The Flat season continues at Epsom this Thursday, with six evening races for fans to enjoy in the summer sun. The going on the Downs is good to soft, soft … READ MORE

ENVIRONMENT WESTMINSTER

Surrey’s LibDem MP majority take on Thames Water

17 July 2024

Buoyed by having the majority of Surrey County’s 11 Parliamentary Constituencies returning Liberal Democrat Party Members of Parliament, the six new law-makers, including Epsom and Ewell‘s Helen Maguire MP, have … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Epsom Choral Society goes to Town on English music

16 July 2024

Epsom Choral Society joined the musical forces of The Barnes Choir, The English Sinfonietta and the Arcubus Ensemble on Saturday 13th July in The Cadagon Hall, London for a stirring … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Safety set back for a Council’s car park revenue

16 July 2024

Safety work to repair crumbled concrete and rusted steel reinforcements at the Swan Car Park in Leatherhead could cost a council more than £200,000. Mole Valley District Council is set … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL EDUCATION

Surrey’s cyber sleuth students at work

15 July 2024

Cyber-curious students from Ash Manor School have been inspired to consider future careers in the sector after taking part in a special one-day workshop. The event was hosted by Surrey … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Call to landlords to help Council help housing need

15 July 2024

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is looking for landlords of three-, four- and five-bedroom houses to sign up to their Private Sector Leasing Scheme. The Private Sector Leasing Scheme allows … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Epsom UCA artists wear their mortarboards

15 July 2024

Last week, the next generation of artists and designers from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Epsom received their degrees alongside Yinka Ilori MBE and Jonathan Anderson, who … READ MORE

HOUSING NEWS

Average house price in Epsom and Ewell over half- million.

15 July 2024

Epsom and Ewell saw the largest increase in new build completions in the South East between 2021-2023, new data has revealed.  The study, conducted by architectural visualisation experts at Modunite, investigated ONS data on the number of … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT

90% of Surrey road hole damage claims go to pot

14 July 2024

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

HEALTH NEWS

Campaign to keep local child cancer services local

12 July 2024

Wandsworth Council is leading a campaign against the NHS decision to move children’s cancer services from two South London hospitals into Central London and the new Labour Government will be … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Give back OBE for SEND failures parents demand

12 July 2024

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

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Bet your boots on skill camps?

12 July 2024

Hundreds of residents across Surrey can fast track their careers for free thanks to a range of courses in nine exciting and growing sectors.    Surrey County Council is offering anyone … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING TRANSPORT

Mutual easing of access benefits Epsom development

12 July 2024

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has agreed to enter into a mutual deed of easement with the developer of the SGN Gas Works site in Hook Road, Epsom. This site … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT

Local roadworks taken to task

12 July 2024

Surrey County Council has established a critical new task force to reduce the impact of utility roadworks and drive better coordination and communication of works across Surrey’s road network. Utility … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Epsom County Councillor win for childminders

12 July 2024

Surrey County Council (SCC) has announced a significant change in the payment system for childminders, following a successful campaign led by Residents’ Association County Councillor Eber Kington (Ewell Court, Auriol … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Surrey Borough fails social housing tenants

12 July 2024

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

BUSINESS NEWS PLANNING

No more German supermarkets in Epsom

12 July 2024

Plans for an Aldi store have been rejected again over fears the increased traffic would have a severe impact on road safety. [The site is a few hundred yards away … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

Epsom and Ewell’s new MP and new Party

5 July 2024

The 2024 general election count for Epsom & Ewell was held last night at the Epsom Downs racecourse from 10pm to the early hours today. This year’s election introduced new … READ MORE

EDITORIAL WESTMINSTER

Democracy at work? Or strange mathematics?

5 July 2024

For the first time in its history as a Parliamentary constituency Epsom and Ewell has a Member of Parliament who is not a Conservative. Undoubtedly the events, personalities and circumstances … READ MORE

ARTS LOCAL HISTORY

Surrey author tells story of Luftwaffe uncle

9 July 2024

Surrey-based author Matt Graydon brings a powerful new perspective on World War II with his latest novel, Leaving Fatherland. Drawing from real-life family events, Graydon takes readers on a journey … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Teen suicide risk underestimated by CAMHs

9 July 2024

An “underestimation” of suicide risk and significant mental health ‘failings’ contributed to the death of a vulnerable teenager, a Senior Coroner has found. Locket Williams, described by their family as … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT

Poor road conditions a real test for learners

9 July 2024

A driving instructor said he’s on a “one man crusade” to fix the roads around Redhill Aerodrome Driving Test Centre.  Martin Pitchley, 57, said he was “shocked” at the road … READ MORE

ENVIRONMENT NEWS TRANSPORT

Tree falls on van in Ewell Village

8 July 2024

On Saturday a tree close to the bus stop, opposite the entrance to Bourne Hall in Ewell Village fell across the road onto a passing red Mercedes van shattering its … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Feast your eyes and ears on this

6 July 2024

Epsom Choral Society and The Barnes Choir, two amateur choral groups renowned for their passion and dedication to musical excellence, are set to entertain audiences with a grand performance of … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Wet weather kicks into the long grass

4 July 2024

People fed up with long unsightly overgrown grass and verges can use an interactive map to see when their favourite spots are next due to be cut. The seemingly endless … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

May our hustings make up your mind?

3 July 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times staged a six election candidate Parliamentary hustings at the Adrian Mann Theatre, NESCOT in Ewell on Wednesday 26th June. With every seat in the 230 seat … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION FINANCES

The cost of sending pupils to school

3 July 2024

Surrey County Council (SCC) has been ordered to pay out £1,500 by the social care ombudsman for a ‘service failure’ in defaulting its legal duty to provide SEND transport to … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Scoutabout success for Surrey

3 July 2024

More than 6,000 Scouts and Guides and adults from Surrey enjoyed an action-packed weekend of activities over the weekend of 28th to 30th June 2024. Scouts, Guides, and adults from Epsom & Ewell … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Epsom library to lend an ear on changes

2 July 2024

Epsom Library is being transformed as part of Surrey Libraries modernisation programme and residents are invited to drop in to give their views at the library on Tuesday 9th July from … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Northern Lights up Epsom

2 July 2024

At their “Mass in Blue” concert Saturday 29th June, St Martins Church, Epsom, the Epsom Chamber Choir succeeded once again in enhancing their reputation for exciting performances of adventurous programmes. … READ MORE

HORSE RACING SPORTS

Epsom Downs Summer season race tips

2 July 2024

The Summer Season kicks off at Epsom Downs on Wednesday evening with a competitive six-race card for punters heading to the track.  Racing gets underway at 6.20pm with a seven-runner … READ MORE

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

10,000 mile pilgrimage to Epsom

30 June 2024

John Bates, grandson of Beatrice Bates, travelled over 10,000 miles from Australia to Horton Cemetery in Epsom to pay his respects to Beatrice. His grandmother is one of 9000 buried … READ MORE

NEWS POLICING

Sick “jokes” end trainee PC’s career

29 June 2024

A Surrey trainee police officer, who ‘joked’ he would rape a domestic abuse victim, has been sacked from Surrey Police. PC Samuel Wilton, a trainee officer since 2023, admitted gross … READ MORE

ELECTIONS WESTMINSTER

Epsom and Ewell Parliament candidates interviewed

25 June 2024

On Monday 17th June James Hains of the Epsom and Ewell Times conducted interviews with Gina Miller (True and Fair Party), Mhairi Fraser (Conservative), Helen Maguire (Liberal Democrat), Stephen McKenna … READ MORE

ELECTIONS WESTMINSTER

More opinions of opinion polls

25 June 2024

In the run-up to the 2024 general election, polling data for party support in Epsom and Ewell shows a fluctuating political landscape. Epsom and Ewell has returned a Conservative Party … READ MORE

COMMUNITY SPORTS

Epsom kickboxers seek funds for world championships

25 June 2024

Epsom based Absolute Martial Arts, a well-regarded martial arts school, is celebrating a significant achievement this year. Thirteen of their talented students have qualified and earned the honour to represent … READ MORE

ELECTIONS WESTMINSTER

Conservative who promises to serve “with integrity”

25 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times is publishing the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the appeal of Mhairi … READ MORE

ELECTIONS WESTMINSTER

Surrey to have a new political colour 4th July?

24 June 2024

Jeremy Hunt “faces a tight race” to be re-elected according to new polls that show Surrey could have as many as 12 new MPs after the July 4 general election. … READ MORE

EDUCATION ELECTIONS WESTMINSTER

Taxing question for Surrey’s private schools

23 June 2024

Labour’s proposal to add VAT to private school fees has ignited a fierce debate in Surrey, home to numerous prestigious independent schools. The policy, aimed at generating £1.5 billion to … READ MORE

MARK TODD WESTMINSTER

Mark my words for Labour candidate

23 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times is publishing the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the appeal for Mark … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

First steps for mental health

22 June 2024

The National Health Service (NHS) has introduced “First Steps to Support,” a new service which is designed to help residents aged 18 and over manage their mental health. This comprehensive … READ MORE

HELEN MAGUIRE WESTMINSTER

Lib Dems’ Helen Maguire – “Getting Things Done”

22 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times is publishing the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the appeal from Liberal Democrat … READ MORE

STEPHEN MCKENNA WESTMINSTER

The Green promises

20 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times is publishing the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the appeal from Green … READ MORE

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

Justice Stops Oil

20 June 2024

A Surrey campaigner is “over the moon” after a landmark legal decision found that planning permission given to drill for oil at Horse Hill is unlawful.  The Supreme Court has … READ MORE

GINA MILLER WESTMINSTER

A True and Fair view of the world

20 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times is publishing the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the appeal from The … READ MORE

FEATURED

WESTMINSTER

Epsom and Ewell General Election Public Hustings

12 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times, in collaboration with NESCOT, will host a public hustings for local voters. Your opportunity to question Parliamentary Candidates on Wednesday 26th June at 7pm. The hustings … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

King awards Epsom’s refugee resettler

20 June 2024

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council are very pleased to share that their Community Development Manager Rachel Kundasamy has been recognised in the King’s birthday honours this year. Rachel has been … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Ewell Teachers who go further awarded

19 June 2024

The Creative Media Teaching Team at Nescot college in Ewell, Surrey, has been recognised with a Silver Award for Further Education Team of the Year in the Pearson National Teaching Awards. Now in the … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY

Two antidotes to politics coming up in Epsom

18 June 2024

Need a welcome break from election campaigning, canvassing and TV debate political bickering? In the heart of Epsom classy professional live jazz comes to the Comrades Club, The Parade Epsom … READ MORE

COUNCIL

King’s Gongs for Surrey leaders

15 June 2024

Tim Oliver, Conservative Leader of Surrey County Council and Rachael Wardell, Executive Director of Children, Families and Lifelong Learning at Surrey County Council have both been awarded OBEs in The … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH

Council unaware it was Mental Health Awareness Week?

15 June 2024

Former Epsom and Ewell Mayor Rob Geleit (Labour Court) has accused the Council of removing references to his schizophrenia from his final speech. Cllr Geleit argues that the action reflects … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FAITH NATURE

Cleanliness is next to Godliness

13 June 2024

On Sunday, June 9th, around 30 volunteers from ASEZ WAO UK, a local young adult volunteer group inspired by the World Mission Society Church of God in Epsom, gathered to … READ MORE

FEATURED

NEWS WESTMINSTER

Epsom and Ewell General Election Public Hustings

8 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times, in collaboration with NESCOT, will host a public hustings for local voters. Your opportunity to question Parliamentary Candidates on Wednesday 26th June at 7pm. The hustings … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Miniature railway set to get bigger

12 June 2024

There will be a new train line coming to Surrey – for enthusiasts, engineers and eager families looking for a day out. The Surrey Society of Model Engineers has been … READ MORE

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

Campaign to save Ewell Village’s Glyn Hall

12 June 2024

Tucked away in the heart of Ewell Village is Glyn Hall, a not-for-profit community space providing a venue for local organisations, including those linked to the arts, music and education.  … READ MORE

EDUCATION SPORTS

Local college to drive student success

12 June 2024

From September, Nescot College in Ewell, Surrey is offering a new course on Motorsport Vehicle Maintenance and Repair with spaces still available for school leavers aged 16 – 19. An element of the course … READ MORE

WESTMINSTER

Reform candidate for Epsom and Ewell

10 June 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times will publish the appeals of the Parliamentary Candidates standing in the General Election for the constituency of Epsom and Ewell. This is the first from Reform … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION NATURE

First school art works for Surrey’s trees

7 June 2024

An exciting competition kicked off across Surrey on the 1st June to encourage young people to celebrate ancient trees and have their artwork featured in a new children’s book, ‘The Thousand … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Epsom author thinks the unthinkable

7 June 2024

Published on 28th May 2024, The Unthinkable Truth by Epsom based author Yona Bouskila is a gripping thriller that delves into the depths of the human mind and explores how … READ MORE

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

A beacon of hope in a troubled world?

7 June 2024

6th June 2024 marked 80 years since D-Day. The massive allied military campaign that signaled the beginning of the end of Nazi tyranny in Western Europe. The Borough of Epsom … READ MORE

COMMUNITY SPORTS

Epsom Sports Club £1 million boost

7 June 2024

Epsom Sports Club has been awarded £1 million in funding by Surrey County Council towards constructing a new clubhouse as part of the YourFundSurrey Large Community scheme. The clubhouse will … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Guildford cathedral appeal dismissed

7 June 2024

Plans to build 124 new homes around Guildford Cathedral have been thrown out by an inspector as the proposal would cause a negative impact on the distinct character and history … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH SPORTS

Gold star at the end of the Rainbow

6 June 2024

Better’s Rainbow Leisure Centre in Epsom has maintained its ‘Excellent’ status from QUEST – the Quality Scheme for Sport and Leisure. This follows a mystery visit from the organisation in … READ MORE

EDUCATION HORSE RACING SPORTS

Student racemakers favourites at the Derby

5 June 2024

Ewell based Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology) were proud to be part of this year’s Epsom Derby Festival. Our Travel and Tourism students were once again ‘Racemakers’ and … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY

Epsom’s gypsies celebrated this month

5 June 2024

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) History Month is a chance for everyone to celebrate the rich and unique histories of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people across Surrey. This year’s theme … READ MORE

WESTMINSTER

Surrey seats to watch in the election

4 June 2024

The BBC’s Local Democracy reporter Chris Caulfield analyses prospects for Conservative candidates in some Surrey constituencies: There is a chance of a seismic shift in the Surrey political landscape at … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION FINANCES

Failing children costs Council taxpayers half-million

3 June 2024

Fines paid out by Surrey County Council for repeatedly failing children and young people topped half a million pounds in the past year – more than doubling its previous worst … READ MORE

HORSE RACING NEWS SPORTS

Computer’s gift of a Trojan Horse?

2 June 2024

The computer won the Derby! On the eve of yesterday’s famous Epsom flat race Epsom and Ewell Times published winner tips Los Angeles from Royal Ascot Odds and first to … READ MORE

HORSE RACING SPORTS

Human versus computer tips for Derby winner

31 May 2024

One of the biggest Flat races of the season arrives at Epsom Downs on Saturday afternoon as the £1.5 million Epsom Derby takes centre stage in the sporting world. The … READ MORE

CRIME POLICING

Bearing the balls of Derby week in Langley Vale

31 May 2024

Residents of Langley Vale, an estate adjacent to the renowned Epsom Racecourse, have expressed growing frustration and concern over repeated incidents of anti-social behavior and vandalism coinciding with the annual … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

BBC Question Time Came to Epsom

31 May 2024

Last night, Epsom College played host to BBC’s Question Time, with Fiona Bruce at the helm. She opened the programme by highlighting Epsom’s famed salts and rich horse racing heritage. … READ MORE

HORSE RACING SPORTS

Top Tips for Oaks Day at Epsom Racecourse

31 May 2024

One of the biggest Flat race meetings of the British racing calendar is upon us as day one of the Derby meeting gets underway at Epsom Downs today.  The seven-race … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Picture this house in the centre of Epsom!

30 May 2024

After much anticipation, Epsom Picturehouse — a six-screen cinema, café, and bar at the heart of Epsom Square — will be opening its doors on Saturday 01 June. The latest … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

A Surrey council resists green-belt housing

30 May 2024

A contentious plan to build dozens of affordable homes in Surrey was rejected by councillors who prioritized protecting greenbelt land over addressing the area’s housing shortage. Developers had wanted to … READ MORE

HORSE RACING LOCAL HISTORY SPORTS

Should the Epsom Derby go back to Wednesday?

28 May 2024

The first Wednesday of June used to be for many an unofficial bank holiday. Office, retail and factory staff parties filled Epsom Downs enjoying a day off and the annual … READ MORE

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

D-Day celebration on Epsom Downs

28 May 2024

A special event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings is taking place on Epsom Downs on Thursday 6 June, 7–9.30pm. The event is being jointly run by Epsom … READ MORE

ARTS HORSE RACING SPORTS

Epsom Derby week read?

28 May 2024

A tale of triumph and tragedy, dreams and disasters aptly describes the life of Bernard Dillon, as detailed in a new book by Stephen Fernane. This captivating biography delves into … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Building bridges across the Borough

26 May 2024

Epsom and Ewell Times welcomes the third Mayor to be appointed since we started. For the year 2024/2025 Councillor Steve Bridger (RA Stamford Ward) has the honour and burden of … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

6 out of 11 Conservative MPs leaving Surrey

25 May 2024

Michael Gove MP for Surrey Heath has brought the total Conservative MP retirees in Surrey to SIX out of the ELEVEN all present Conservative held Surrey constituencies. On 5th February … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Every dog must have their day care centre

24 May 2024

A dog day care centre ‘vital for the community’ has been approved for retrospective planning permission despite officers recommending it for refusal. The application was judged by officers as inappropriate … READ MORE

CHRIS GRAYLING NEWS WESTMINSTER

Grayling bids farewell….

24 May 2024

With the date of the General Election confirmed to be the 4th of July 2024 Epsom and Ewell’s Member of Parliament since 7th June 2001, Chris Grayling, who is not … READ MORE

WESTMINSTER

Out of the starting gates in Epsom and Ewell’s political Derby

22 May 2024

Today British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a General Election will take place on July 4th. Helen Maguire PPC for the Liberal Democrats said: “Hard-working families in Epsom, Ewell, Ashtead, … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Doubtful Henry VIII would have permitted

22 May 2024

The decades-long planning battle to build almost 100 homes and a hotel opposite Hampton Court Palace will soon be decided with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport set to … READ MORE

BUSINESS PLANNING

Not loving it in Cobham

22 May 2024

A proposed new McDonald’s is “the last thing Surrey needs”; that’s according to residents living near the proposed site. The fast-food giant has published plans to takeover the former Loch … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

How amiable are thy tabernacles ?

22 May 2024

Jane Pickles reviews Saturday May 18th’s Ashtead Choral Society concert at St Martin’s Epsom. If you live in north Surrey, you are lucky to have such a busy and vibrant … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Banded together to fight the band

21 May 2024

A decades-long council tax battle has been won netting residents of a retirement village up to £9,000 each after it was ruled all 113 people there had been in the … READ MORE

NEWS

Banstead Fire Station to close?

21 May 2024

The Fire Brigade Union (FBU) has vehemently opposed the closure of Banstead Fire Station, claiming potential increases in response times could be “detrimental” to public safety. Banstead Fire Station could … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Surrey Business Support Service

20 May 2024

Business Surrey – a new Surrey County Council service offering free and accessible support to businesses across the county – has officially been launched by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy … READ MORE

GINA MILLER WESTMINSTER

Candidate seeks health and happiness for all

20 May 2024

A healthy population is the foundation stone of a prospering economy, writes Gina Miller. Amidst economic and social turbulence, politicians tend to fall back on ‘growth’ as the route to salvation.  … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY

Surrey’s corpse railway and death in Victorian times

18 May 2024

The Victorians treated death very differently to people today and would photograph their deceased alongside living members of their family, take locks of hair from the departed and seal it … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Spanish fiesta came to Epsom

17 May 2024

Epsom Symphony Orchestra – Epsom Playhouse – 4th May – Review by Sarah Haines. What an uplifting and colourful music evening put on by Epsom Symphony Orchestra. Their May concert … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Surrey Arts appointed to lead Surrey Music Hub

17 May 2024

Surrey Arts, part of Surrey County Council has been appointed by Arts Council England to lead the Surrey Music Hub from September 2024, as part of an ambitious national programme … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT

Cyclist death prompts A217 review

17 May 2024

The death of a “fit and active” cyclist has prompted a coroner to raise concerns over paths near a main road in Tadworth. A man named John Bass died after falling … READ MORE

COUNCIL ELECTIONS LETTERS

Non-political and all-political

16 May 2024

Dear Editor, It is good to see that, despite stepping down as a Borough Councillor, Vince Romagnuolo has lost none of his enthusiasm for historically partisan approach to local politics. … READ MORE