Epsom Council chamber walk-out: a postscript
The procedural controversy at Epsom and Ewell Borough Council did not end when 11 councillors walked out of the Council Chamber on 21 July in protest at the Mayor’s ruling … Read More
Category: Council constitution
How would you pronounce “WSASMC”?
One of the first orders of business for the newly formed Liberal Democrat-run, £4billion indebted West Surrey Council – will be to seek to change its name. A motion is … Read More
Debate not hate says East Surrey shadow authority
East Surrey councillors shared their experience of facing intimidation and harassment from voters as they debated a motion calling for civility in political discourse. At a meeting of the full … Read More
Burnham ‘commitment’ to Surrey devolution
East Surrey’s shadow council leader has welcomed Andy Burnham’s “strong commitment” to devolution as Surrey continues to take steps that could see the county get its own elected mayor. Speaking … Read More
Fireworks at Epsom Council spark walk-out
Eleven councillors walked out of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council after the Mayor ruled that her father could remain in the chamber and lead a debate on the future of … Read More
Why procedure matters, even in little old Epsom and Ewell
Nobody seriously disputes that developing Hook Road Arena as a centre for community sport, supported where necessary by housing, deserves proper investigation. The proposal enjoyed overwhelming support. Had almost any … Read More
Epsom and Ewell Council votes for continuing a local Mayoralty after its abolition, for a small fee …
Epsom and Ewell could retain its mayor, civic traditions and borough regalia after the borough council is abolished next year following a vote by councillors. Epsom and Ewell Borough Council … Read More
Bitter exchanges in Epsom and Ewell Council Chamber on Local Plan oversight
A bid to force greater councillor oversight of Epsom and Ewell’s Local Plan was defeated after an extraordinary council meeting descended into bitter accusations of dishonesty, procedural obstruction and democratic … Read More
Surrey Council leader thinks new PM will back a County Mayor
Surrey County Council’s leader says he expects Andy Burnham to “turbocharge” initiatives that could see the county get its own elected mayor. Speaking at a meeting of the full council, … Read More
Epsom’s scrutiny committee slams Dallen’s urgent £500K Rainbow approval
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Audit and Scrutiny Committee has formally concluded that the process used for the confidential £500K Rainbow Leisure Centre urgent decision did not follow the Council’s … Read More
Big spending must be approved by new Councils from now
Major financial decisions across Surrey must now be taken by the newly formed councils – despite the fact they will not take over for almost a year. Elections held in … Read More
Epsom Council leader’s delayed response to additional local government layer initiative
Dalton says Surrey devolution letter was non-binding and rooted in Council’s 2025 vote Epsom & Ewell Borough Council leader Councillor Hannah Dalton has said her decision to sign a letter … Read More