Ideas for empty Council premises in Reigate and Redhill
Calls to make use of empty town centre units could see charities and pop-up shops take over in Surrey towns as councillors ask for short-term leases to be made available … Read More
Examination of a Surrey Borough’s 2nd highest UK debt
The review into Spelthorne Borough Council’s £1 billion debt and whether it is upholding its duty to provide best value to residents has been extended. In May, the government wrote … Read More
Small Business is my business says Epsom’s MP
Helen Maguire, MP for Epsom and Ewell, has announced a new survey for local businesses and will spend time working alongside staff at three local establishments in the lead-up to … Read More
Surrey pharmacies need a better financial prescription
Pharmacy owners in Surrey say “enough is enough” as they complain working 12-hour days and barely breaking even. One pharmacist said it has to dispense just over 6,000 prescriptions a … Read More
Epsom and Ewell low-income crisis support
The Household Support Fund, provided by the Department for Work and Pensions, offers short-term financial support to households struggling to afford essentials. Distributed by CAEE on behalf of Epsom & … Read More
Call to address mental health of health workers
Only a system-wide overhaul of the NHS that invests in staff wellbeing can address the psychological ill-health crisis amongst healthcare workers, according to research led by the University of Surrey in … Read More
Surrey academic to lead plastic pollution fight
Tackling the plastic pollution crisis: Legislation must evolve to address challenges for our climate, ecosystems and human health Urgent legislative action is needed to stop the imminent threats of environmental … Read More
Surrey History Centre throws light on Epsom’s hospitals
Epsom Surrey had more mental hospitals than most English counties and, at Surrey History Centre, we are justly proud of the quantity and quality of surviving records we hold. These … Read More
Epsom and Ewell to be served by publicly owned trains
The government has announced that South Western Railway (SWR), which serves commuters from Epsom, Ewell West, Stoneleigh and Worcester Park to London Waterloo, will be the first train operator to … Read More
Lucy Porter Returns to Her Roots with “No Regrets” at Epsom Playhouse
Epsom Playhouse is set to welcome one of comedy’s most beloved figures, Lucy Porter, on 18th January 2025, as part of her nationwide tour with the brand-new show No Regrets. … Read More
Surrey schools not out for so long in summer?
Surrey County Council is looking at possible changes to school holidays. A consultation has been launched on whether the county council should switch to a two-week half term break in … Read More
Local Plan lessons from our neighbour?
“Four more years?” is the resounding cry after a Surrey council has been moved back to square one with its plan for 8,000 new homes, potentially at a cost of … Read More
Epsom Teen Selected as Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Youth Ambassador
A young woman from Epsom is amplifying young people’s voices after being chosen as a UK Youth Ambassador for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE). Kalina Hristova, 17, joins a … Read More
Epsom rugby scrape a point lead over Gravesend
Gravesend 22 Sutton & Epsom RFC 23. Saturday 30th November. Sutton and Epsom RFC visited Gravesend RFC in October last season at the height of the high tackle hysteria. In … Read More
Ewell village set to improve
Earlier this month Epsom and Ewell Borough councillors met to agree their contribution of £1.25m Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding toward the Ewell Village improvement project. This funding will match … Read More
The Essential Guide to Maintaining Clean Carpets and Upholstery in Woking
Sponsored article: Maintaining a clean and inviting home is a priority for every homeowner. Among the most overlooked aspects of cleanliness are carpets and upholstery, which, if left unattended, can … Read More