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Local Political Reactions to County Council’s Proposal to Postpone Elections

Local parties were invited to comment on news that Surrey County Council is proposing to postpone county council elections, scheduled for May, until the Government’s “devolution” reorganisation of local authorities,…

Can You Help the Police Find Wanted Man?

Surrey Police are appealing for the public’s help in finding 56-year-old Paul Warrington from Godalming, who is wanted for failing to appear in court. Warrington is described as a white…

M25 Junctions 10 to 8 Closed After Collision

The M25 was closed this morning anti-clockwise between Junction 10 (A3) and Junction 8 (Reigate) with a temporary diversion in place following a single-vehicle collision. Officers were called at 11.50pm…

Coroner Calls for Action Following Suicide and ‘Serious Failings’ in Prison’s Mental Health Care

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter A coroner has called for a Surrey prison to take action after finding “serious failings” contributed to a man’s suicide. Former publican Haydar Jefferies…

Public Urged to ‘Make the Right Choice’ to Relieve High Pressure on Surrey Hospitals

Health leaders are encouraging the Surrey public to help make sure emergency care is available to those who need it by using the right service. The call comes as flu…

Surrey Fire & Rescue Service Urges Residents to Stay Safe with Lithium-ion Batteries

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) recently attended fire caused by a lithium-ion-powered mobility scooter charging in a communal hallway in Guildford.  Thanks to the quick response of the…

Surrey Police Spent £23 million on Aborted Move to Leatherhead

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter In an attempt to save money, Surrey Police spent over £23 million in a failed attempt to move its headquarters. The force originally planned…

‘Unaltered’ Plan for 25-storey Block in Woking Resubmitted and Recommended for Approval

By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter An “unaltered”, previously rejected 25-storey tower block on the former BHS site in Woking town centre is due back before the planning committee next…

School Head Says There Should Be VAT Exemptions for SEN Kids

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Private schools are “not a lifestyle choice but a necessity” for children with special educational needs (SEN), argues the headteacher of an independent school…

SCC Leader Seeking Postponement of County Council Elections to Focus on Devolution

By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter The leader of Surrey County Council is set to write to the Government calling for the 2025 elections to be postponed in order to…