Surrey getting greener?
Following its declaration of a climate emergency in 2019, Surrey County Council has been on a mission to combat climate change and significantly slash carbon emissions. The council aims to … Read More
Category: Environment
Gatwick 2nd runway sneaking in?
Protesters against the expansion of Gatwick airport have said a new consultation on planning changes is an attempt to “sneak” a second runway through the back door. Gatwick Airport is … Read More
Draft advice may lead to energy savings
Surrey County Council has been awarded £745,000 of funding through the Local Energy Advice Demonstrator (LEAD) project, to trial new and innovative approaches to tackle residential energy emissions, help residents … Read More
Climate Justice. A generation thing?
With Epsom Hospital Doctor and mother of four Kristine Damberg in the lead, Mothers’ Rebellion for Climate Justice, a global grassroots organization, orchestrated coordinated actions across the UK and 30 countries on … Read More
Thames Water left human waste to fester
Thames Water has been accused of backtracking on a goodwill gesture after subjecting Camberley residents to a “disgusting” summer of stench caused by raw, untreated, human waste left to fester … Read More
Ewell “no new oil” pensioner punished
Judit Murray, a 69 year old resident of Ewell, was today sentenced to a 12 month community order with 60 hours of community service at Westminster Magistrates Court. Ms Murray … Read More
A bridge closed too far?
In a saga that has left many residents scratching their heads, a seemingly routine footbridge closure in Epsom has morphed into an unexpected and prolonged headache. The bridge, over the … Read More
Chalk Pit debate deferred by late abatement
The Environment Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council 17th October was to discuss a motion proposed at a Full Council meeting on July 25, 2023, regarding a noise nuisance … Read More
The cost of Surrey’s failed ULEZ challenge
Surrey County Council spent £150,000 on a failed court challenge to the ULEZ expansion. The county council together with the London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Harrow and Hillingdon launched a … Read More
Preparing for Winter with true grit
A total of 38 brand new gritting vehicles are now available to help keep Surrey moving during the colder months. The new vehicles operate more efficiently, have state-of-the art technology … Read More
Going South this weekend?
Please note, there will be a full closure of the A3 in both directions from 9pm on Friday 13 October to 5.30am on Monday 16 October. The closure will be … Read More
Day travelcards to be scrapped?
Surrey County Council could call on central government to intervene in “discriminatory” plans to scrap day travelcards in to London. The travelcards mean Surrey residents can travel in to the … Read More
Surrey schools fly their green flags
Surrey County Council has been confirmed with the highest number of schools awarded with a Green Flag of any local authority in England, with its 88 Eco-Schools, all of which … Read More
Pollution around Epsom and Ewell Schools
Epsom and Ewell Extinction Rebellion embark on a public education drive on Sunday 9th October in Epsom High Street. The climate action group has tabulated the pollution statistics for schools … Read More
Our Star shines on Epsom Playhouse
This month Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has installed 90 solar panels on the roof of Epsom Playhouse. The panels will generate over 32,000 kWh of electricity annually, covering a … Read More
ULEZ compliant taxis for Epsom and Ewell
Taxis in Epsom and Ewell will need to be ULEZ-compliant in order to get a licence despite concerns raised from drivers. All licences will be given, providing cabs meet the … Read More