Surrey to get new recycling centre?
Newspapers, cardboard, plastic bottles and tins of tuna could have a new home to go to in Surrey. Plans for a new recycling centre are on the cards on farmland … Read More
Category: Council
An Epsom 17th century pub to become supermarket?
A 17th century pub could be transformed into a Sainsbury’s Local. Plans have been submitted to refurbish the Grade II-listed drinking establishment, on Dorking Road in Epsom, to a convenience … Read More
What Epsom could do with Woking’s £75 million bail out?
Critical front-line services will be spared after a huge government ‘bail out’ was agreed, bankrupt Woking Borough Council has said. Officially referred to as Exceptional Financial Support for local authorities, … Read More
Poundland saving itself pennies in Elmbridge
Poundland has been told to “show some local pride” and repair its broken shop front window and remove the graffiti from its East Molesey store. The low-price chain, which serves … Read More
Councillor thinks new Ewell homes refusal is batty
Plans for four new homes in Ewell have been refused over bats potentially living in the two bungalows. Although one survey was done, councillors could not rule out there were … Read More
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council: Financial Crisis or Manageable Deficit?
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is under increasing scrutiny following the resignation of Councillor Alex Coley (Independent Ruxley Ward) from the ruling Residents’ Association (RA) group. His resignation letter cites … Read More
Ex-Council Officers under investigation for Woking’s £2 billion debt
Two former officers at Woking Borough Council are being investigated over their roles in Woking Borough Council’s bankruptcy. The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has confirmed that it is looking into … Read More
Prominent Residents Association Councillor leaves the fold
Councillor Alex Coley, who has represented Ruxley Ward in Ewell for seven years, has announced his resignation from the ruling Residents’ Association (RA) group, opting to serve as an Independent … Read More
Surrey County Council’s Climate Change Progress: Successes, Setbacks, and the Road Ahead
Surrey County Council (SCC) has made notable strides in its efforts to combat climate change, cutting its own carbon emissions by 38% since 2019. However, despite significant progress, challenges remain, … Read More
Epsom & Ewell Full Council Meeting: Budget Approved Amid Debate
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council held a full council meeting on 11 February 2025, where key issues, including the approval of the council’s budget, the mayor’s upcoming engagements, and urgent … Read More
Funding for new apprenticeships now available to Surrey businesses
Businesses can grow their workforce and boost productivity in just a few clicks by getting an apprenticeship funded by Surrey County Council. As part of the Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Scheme, … Read More
Mega Surrey council ruled out as leader says it would ‘lack accountability’
Council leaders across Surrey have ruled out making the county a single mega authority. The agreement was reached during a meeting on February 7, attended by leaders from all eleven … Read More
Epsom & Ewell Council not much in the red but too much in the pink!
Governance Failing Exposed by External Audit Findings The Audit and Scrutiny Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council convened on 6th February 2025, where the External Audit Report by Grant … Read More
Guildford Borough Council keeps its lights on
A Surrey council may have “kept the lights on” and balanced the budget this year but trouble could be looming. The pessimistic warning came during the budget meeting as councillors … Read More
Surrey’s flood defences and energy efficiency funding
Funding for Surrey’s climate change programme has been reinstated after the county council received £1.5m more in government grants than it was expecting. Surrey’s Greener Future’s programme is a climate change … Read More
Mole Valley setting a green belt development trend?
Up to 200 new homes will be built on former green belt land despite fears they could overwhelm the already strained sewage system. Mole Valley District Council’s planning committee approved … Read More