Pedestrian visions of Mole Valley
Masterplans for Dorking and Bookham are set to be signed off by Mole Valley District Council’s executive committee on April 16. These set out a bank of projects the council … Read More
Category: Council
The cost of saving the cost of local government
As of April 2025, Epsom and Ewell is actively engaged in Surrey’s significant local government reorganisation, aiming to transition from the existing two-tier system to a unitary authority model. The … Read More
New funding to boost Surrey’s businesses and economy
Funding worth millions is now available from Surrey County Council for innovative ideas to drive growth across Surrey. Businesses, employer representative groups and partner organisations are all invited to apply … Read More
Surrey Uni leads microbe recyling of lithium batteries
A microbial electrochemical technology capable of recovering 90-95% of lithium from spent lithium-ion batteries has been developed by scientists at the University of Surrey. The breakthrough offers a more sustainable … Read More
RA councillor replaces Independent member as scrutiny row erupts at Epsom Town Hall
A stormy Audit and Scrutiny Committee meeting at Epsom and Ewell Borough Council on Thursday 27 March has ignited a political row, as Councillor Robert Leach (RA Nonsuch) controversially replaced … Read More
Surrey company wins award for solar installation at Ewell’s Bourne Hall
Ewell’s largest landmark, Bourne Hall, is known for its distinctive modernist architecture and striking glass dome, making it a uniquely challenging site for the integration of renewable technology. A new solar installation, … Read More
Woking Council private school loan scandal
A private school loaned millions of pounds at favourable rates by bankrupt Woking Borough Council has still to pay its overdue debts – with the local authority saying it is … Read More
Surrey Councils launch Local Government Reorganisation engagement
Surrey residents can have their say on the future of local government in the county, in a new survey launched by eight of Surrey’s district and borough councils. An initial … Read More
Will sale of Dorking offices compromise housing plans?
Dorking’s former Aviva building has been put up for sale. The offices in Pixham Lane are being marketed by Savills – with the asking price only available on application. Currently … Read More
Surrey Arts Gala went live in Guildford
Surrey Arts held its latest Gala concert on Saturday, 15 March, at G Live in Guildford, showcasing the incredible talent of over 300 young musicians from 15 different ensembles. The … Read More