Epsom’s homelessness crisis
Finding temporary accommodation for families at risk of homelessness is the “biggest financial pressure” facing Epsom and Ewell. Following Epsom and Ewell Times report 13th October 2023 on Epsom and … Read More
Category: Council
Some Surrey boroughs get brownfield funding
Surrey councils will get nearly £2m to release disused brownfield sites to unlock desperately needed land for house building including cash to clear asbestos and transform the “heart of Camberley”. … Read More
Surrey Tories bouncing back already?
The Conservative election turnaround in Surrey shows no sign of slowing after the party beat the Liberal Democrats, Labour and independents to take two more seats at the October 2024 by-elections. … Read More
Surrey County Council finances under the spotlight
A recent Local Government Information Unit report presents a worrying picture of local government finances across the UK, with a particular focus on the impact of budget cuts on services … Read More
Fly-tippers force closure of Surrey recycling centre
A Surrey recycling site will permanently close due to persistent fly-tipping at the site. The Mound car park in Tattenham Corner has been repeatedly hit by high levels of dumped … Read More
Surrey sorry for SEND shortcomings
The leader of Surrey County Council (SCC) has apologised to families who have been ‘failed’ over the provision of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) services. Parents have previously told … Read More
Epsom and Ewell Council answers parking complaint immediately
Charles Moseley of Hurstpierpoint complained in a letter dated 8th October to the Epsom and Ewell Times about the running out of Epsom Playhouse beer and the Ashley Centre Car … Read More
Surrey schools greenest in England
Surrey County Council is proud to announce that it continues to lead in England in environmental education, boasting the largest number of Eco-Schools Green Flag awards for the second consecutive … Read More
Hampton’s Jolly Boatman has more to be jolly about
Hampton Court and its historic views will be forever changed after the secretary of state approved controversial Jolly Boatman plans to build 97 homes together with an 84 bed hotel … Read More
Will Epsom get an even higher housing target if it misses the early boat?
The UK Government is preparing to release a new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) that could impose mandatory targets for housebuilding, including on Green Belt land, sparking concern among local … Read More