Wednesday 31 October 2018

ATM provider had 'no choice' over introducing £1.99 cash withdrawal charges at Southern Rail stations

Cash machines are no longer free to use at all Southern Rail operated stations

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/atm-provider-no-choice-over-15353236

Guildford's Star Inn manager 'shocked and dismayed' by order to keep the noise down

Georgina Baker said: "At what point does someone stand up and say no, we can't keep prioritising developers over the economy and culture of the town?"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildfords-star-inn-manager-shocked-15353501

Locked up in Surrey: The criminals put behind bars in October

Here's a breakdown of all the people who were jailed in Surrey in October to support the work of the law and courts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/locked-up-surrey-criminals-put-15353276

South Western Railway strike threatens Twickenham travel for England rugby international

Rugby fans are advised to allow more time than usual to get to Twickenham on Saturday (November 3)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/south-western-railway-twickenham-strike-15354848

South Western Railway strike threatens Twickenham travel for England rugby international

Rugby fans are advised to allow more time than usual to get to Twickenham on Saturday (November 3)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/south-western-railway-strike-threatens-15354848

Egham man, 23, arrested following Feltham train station rush-hour incident

British Transport Police and Metropolitan Police officers boarded the train and removed the man

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/feltham-station-arrest-weapon-wednesday-15354365

Number of hoax fire calls in Surrey surges to more than 100

There were 5,185 false fire alarms that were not malicious too

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/number-hoax-fire-calls-surrey-15351966

Surrey County Council to spend £20 million converting 89,000 street light bulbs

It says the move will save money and reduce energy consumption

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-spend-20-15352990

'Beyond the normal type of mindless damage': Cars targeted by '20 youths' near Shepperton fishing lake

All of the windows and wing mirrors were smashed and tyres damaged

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/beyond-normal-type-mindless-damage-15351428

'Four or five' wheelie bins set alight in mystery overnight Leatherhead spree

Leatherhead fire station attended the scene

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/four-five-wheelie-bins-set-15352277

HMP Bronzefield prisoner repeatedly 'self-harmed' before death, inquest hears

Kirsty Walker died in hospital two days after she was found unresponsive in her cell

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hmp-bronzefield-prisoner-repeatedly-self-15347684

Marks and Spencer recruiting for Christmas with 135 temp jobs in Guildford, Camberley and Haslemere

Looking to earn a bit of extra cash over the Christmas holidays?

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/marks-spencer-recruiting-christmas-135-15344431

Driving in a bus lane anywhere in Surrey could soon land you a £60 fine

A pilot scheme using camera enforcement in Woking is to be rolled out across Surrey

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driving-bus-lane-anywhere-surrey-15352131

Man arrested following fatal crash in Horley

A 19-year-old man died when a van hit a tree in Outwood

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-arrested-following-fatal-crash-15351964

Firefighters using reusable plastic water bottles saves Surrey County Council £3k

Surrey Fire and Rescue saved an annual waste of 29,515 plastic bottles this financial year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/firefighters-ditching-plastic-water-bottles-15351590

Surrey County Council to consider relocating its HQ

Five larger hubs could be set up in towns, with 20 smaller satellite hubs with at least one in every district and borough

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-relocate-headquarters-15351499

'Suspicious' fight between man and woman in Burpham prompts police appeal

"Did you see something that didn’t look quite right?" police are asking

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/suspicious-fight-between-man-woman-15351366

Pumpkins carved in tribute to teenager killed in Epsom motorbike crash

Sonny Thomerson died after his motorbike hit a lamppost in Christ Church Road

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pumpkins-carved-tribute-teenager-killed-15350419

Tuesday 30 October 2018

Dorking county councillors react to 'unacceptable' and 'outrageous' proposals that could see recycling centre closed

Surrey County Councillors Stephen Cooksey and Hazel Watson have spoken out about Tuesday's (October 30) announcement

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dorking-county-councillors-react-unacceptable-15350802

Designs released as flats at Redhill's former Odeon and Liquid Envy site go on show

Crest Nicholson is promoting the one and two-bedroom apartments in conjunction with Rainier

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/designs-released-flats-redhills-former-15348056

Meet 91-year-old Kevin Court, the 'UK's oldest tennis player' who still plays twice a week

The aptly-named Mr Court celebrated his birthday last week with a two set match

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/meet-91-year-old-kevin-15324426

Rural parking charges needed 'to protect countryside', claims senior councillor

More than 3,500 people have signed Surrey Live 's petition calling for the parking charges to be scrapped

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/rural-parking-charges-needed-to-15349669

Leatherhead traders call on council to splash some cash on north of the town

The joint managers of B@titude have asked for just 1% of the Transform Leatherhead budget to be spent in the area around Kingston Road

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/leatherhead-traders-call-council-splash-15349741

Guildford Local Plan hearings to re-open after council calls to cut housing target by 10%

Cllr Paul Spooner added that the council would not adopt the plan if it included the modifications proposed in August 2018

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-local-plan-hearings-re-15348746

Body of man found in woodland near River Thames in Sunbury

"Enquiries are under way to establish the circumstances of the man’s death," police said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/body-man-found-woodland-near-15350143

Ash dieback: Surrey Wildlife Trust to chop down 'thousands' of diseased trees

The trust said it had 'no choice' because of fears the trees may fall on top of people

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ash-dieback-surrey-wildlife-trust-15329567

Police involved after two mums fight each other at Bocketts Farm play area in Leatherhead

One of the women underwent surgery for a torn ligament in her thumb as a result

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-mums-police-fight-sons-15349430

Chris Grayling given nearly £1,000 worth of free Manchester United tickets

The Manchester United fan even bagged himself a pair of tickets to watch this year's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/grayling-free-manchester-united-tickets-15331762

Police recover moped stolen from Epsom Hospital but are still looking for driver and passenger

The moped was stolen from Epsom Hospital in September but was found in Chertsey on Sunday (October 28)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-recover-moped-stolen-epsom-15344972

Priory mental health nurse struck off for failing to safely provide medicine to patients

Ann Marie Devono Parker, who has since retired, described the incident as 'trivial'

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/priory-mental-health-nurse-struck-15335442

Balaclava-clad man armed with axe threatens staff and steals cash from Coral bookmakers

Surrey Police is appealing for witnesses following the raid in Horley

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/balaclava-clad-man-armed-axe-15348058

Elstead man jailed for throwing acid over neighbour's face during wifi row

Douglas Ryalls became embroiled in an heated argument with his long-term neighbour after he was cut off from accessing his internet

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/elstead-man-jailed-throwing-acid-15345607

Horley crash victim named locally as tributes pour in from friends and the community

Friends have described a "real iconic village character" who will be missed by everyone who knew him

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/horley-crash-victim-named-locally-15345743

All the cuts Surrey County Council is proposing as it launches consultations on services

The county council is launching five consultations, including proposals to close 31 children's centres

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cuts-surrey-county-council-proposing-15345234

Monday 29 October 2018

Midwife at East Surrey Hospital didn't give woman adequate anaesthetic when she was being stitched

Evangelia Kalampoki made 31 serious errors between June 2015 and June 2016 before resigning

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/midwife-east-surrey-hospital-didnt-15342299

Gatwick Airport job fair will offer more than 1,500 jobs from almost 50 employers

A video pod will also be available so potential applicants can practice and build confidence at interviews

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gatwick-airport-job-fair-offer-15345852

Ashtead man admits part in Leatherhead estate attack in which victim lost an ear

James Montgomery admitted charges of affray and ABH although it's unclear how the victim lost his ear so a charge related to that was dropped

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ashtead-man-admits-part-leatherhead-15344959

Man dies after collapsing at Dorking Tesco Express

Members of the public who performed CPR on the man have been praised by emergency services for their efforts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-dies-after-collapsing-dorking-15345497

E-fit released in connection with multiple Weybridge burglaries

Properties on Oatlands Drive, Ellesmere Road and St George’s Avenue have all been targeted in recent weeks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/e-fit-released-connection-multiple-15345705

Teenage girls who went missing from Thorpe Park 'left abruptly', police say

Surrey Police says it is "particularly concerned" and has renewed its appeal to find the teenagers

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenage-girls-who-went-missing-15345806

Parents urged to look out for signs of hand, foot and mouth disease

The childhood illness is caused by a virus and is most common in children under 10

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parents-urged-look-out-signs-15344039

Family 'loses everything' as fire destroys West Ewell mobile home

Residents are rallying around the family following the devastating blaze

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/family-loses-everything-fire-destroys-15343747

Woman left 'terrified' after man 'exposes erect penis' outside Walton station

The alleged incident occurred outside the station in Mayfield Road, Walton on Thames at around 3.30pm last week

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-left-terrified-after-man-15343352

Prince William knew Leicester helicopter crash pilot and they 'recently flew together', Palace says

A spokesman for Kensington Palace said it is understood Prince William knew Camberley pilot Eric Swaffer

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/prince-william-knew-leicester-helicopter-15343209

Thieves steal World War I medals from Chobham home

The alleged incident occurred two weeks ago at a property on Beta Road in Chobham

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/thieves-steal-world-war-medals-15343028

There are currently nearly 800 registered sex offenders living in Surrey

It is the equivalent of one sex offender for every 1,350 people aged 10 and over

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/currently-nearly-800-registered-sex-15336735

Reigate man Jamie Gillett jailed for sex offences against underage girls

Gillett, of Prices Lane in Woodhatch, pleaded guilty to five offences including sexual assault of a female under 13

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reigate-man-jamie-gillett-jailed-15342810

Camberley pilot 'may have saved hundreds of lives' by crashing helicopter in Leicester stadium car park

"It’s still a tragedy, but it could have been much, much worse,” an eyewitness to the Leicester helicopter crash said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/leicester-helicopter-crash-pilot-camberley-15342302

Pilot couple from Camberley among five who died in Leicester helicopter crash

The couple, who both died in the accident at Leicester FC's ground on Saturday, lived in Camberley

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/leicester-football-helicopter-crash-saturday-15341599

Sunday 28 October 2018

Inspirational Redhill schoolboy on a mission to raise thousands of pounds for East Surrey's homeless

Luke Hirchfield is aiming to raise £3,000 for Renewed Hope Trust after his uncle became homeless

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/inspirational-redhill-schoolboy-mission-raise-15334849

Grandma with severe Chronic Fatigue Syndrome misses daughter's wedding and grandchildren's childhoods

The cruel condition affects 250,000 people in the UK

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/grandma-severe-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-15311621

Complaints soar for Heathrow Express service and Great Western Railway in latest damming rail statistics

Complaints about the Heathrow Express service soared by 80 per cent

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/complaints-soar-heathrow-express-service-15330307

Philip Hammond set to announce plans to give £420m to councils to help fix potholes

The cash injection is part of a plan for the Government to invest billions in Britain's infrastructure

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/philip-hammond-the-budget-potholes-15341019

The Army is hiring and you can learn important skills while working

It is recruiting for specialist roles and infantry soldiers

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/army-hiring-you-can-learn-15340719

This Surrey town has been placed in the top 5 best places to work

A study done by recruiting site Glassdoor looked at job prospects, salary, job satisfaction and property prices

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-town-been-placed-top-15338119

Three men arrested after fighting between two groups of youths at Thorpe Park's Fright Night

Other members of the two groups fighting were also ejected from the park

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/three-men-arrested-after-fighting-15338329

Elderly man has 'life threatening injuries' after crash on slip road between M25 and M23

The crash will caused the slip road from the M25 anticlockwise junction 7 to junction 8 of the M23 to be closed for a 'considerable time'

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/m23-m25-life-threatening-crash-15339444

Teenage passenger dies after white van crashes near Horley in which driver fled the scene

Surrey Police are appealing for help to find the driver of the van

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenage-passenger-dies-horley-crash-15339132

Teenage passenger dies after white van crashes near Horley in which driver fled the scene

Surrey Police are appealing for help to find the driver of the van

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenage-passenger-dies-after-white-15339132

Saturday 27 October 2018

Pictures show Pirbright-based Welsh Guards on operations in Afghanistan

The battalion, normally based at Elizabeth Barracks, Pirbright, has been in Afghanistan since April 2018 taking part in Operation Toral

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pictures-show-pirbright-based-welsh-15298879

How the Red Box Project ensures no girl misses school because of her period

“No tearful panics in the loo. No wadded up toilet roll. No anxious embarrassment. No missed lessons or staying at home."

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/how-red-box-project-ensures-15318403

Your comments on the RMT strikes affecting South Western Railway services

Teenagers sitting on floors, displays showing no trains arriving or departing, tapping in just to be told no trains were coming, we've heard it all

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/comments-south-western-railway-strikes-15335404

Two 'vulnerable' teenagers went missing from Thorpe Park and police are concerned for their welfare

It is possible they have stayed in the Staines, Chertsey or Thorpe areas.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-teenagers-missing-thorpe-park-15336840

The most dangerous roads in Surrey revealed

Tailgating has been cited as the main cause of collisions in the county.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/most-dangerous-roads-surrey-revealed-15329687

The number of sex offenders who live in Hampshire has increased by 50% in eight years

The equivalent of one sex offender for every 841 people aged 10 and over lives in Hampshire

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/number-sex-offenders-who-live-15336550

Friday 26 October 2018

Guildford council drops plans for £81m student housing investment

Details of the scheme, including the reasons for its abandonment, have been shrouded in secrecy

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-council-drops-plans-81m-15331293

Supermarket giant Asda considering up to 2,500 jobs cuts

The supermarket chain has multiple stores across Surrey

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/asda-job-cuts-2500-sainsburys-15335666

Alleged assault at University of Surrey leaves 19-year-old with broken eye socket

A 21-year-old from Guildford was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/alleged-assault-university-surrey-leaves-15334771

Three-day music and beer festival could be held every summer in Reigate's Priory Park

Could this be Reigate's answer to Glastonbury?

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/three-day-music-beer-festival-15333968

iPhone and Samsung mobile phone robbery prompts police CCTV appeal

If you know these men, please contact the police

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/iphone-samsung-mobile-phone-robbery-15333395

Fury as lorries following M25 diversion 'physically shake' Chertsey homes

Chertsey residents have been unable to sleep because of the noise

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/m25-chertsey-lorry-diversion-noise-15331867

Housing trust to settle eight year debt with Reigate and Banstead Council

Raven Housing Trust has reached an agreement with the authority on land charges it owes for a site it bought in 2009

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/housing-trust-settle-eight-year-15269890

Cyclist, 14, in critical condition following collision with car in Farnham

The boy was rushed to St George's Hospital

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cyclist-14-critical-condition-following-15332175

Application for 1,000-home 'garden village' at Fairoaks Airport published

Residents have until November 21 to comment on the controversial application

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/application-1000-home-garden-village-15332178

Gourmet Burger Kitchen announces string of closures, threatening branches in Surrey

The future of restaurants in Guildford, Walton and Staines has been thrown into question as GBK becomes the latest chain to announce closures

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gourmet-burger-kitchen-announces-string-15331121

Debenhams stores in Guildford, Woking, Walton and Staines at risk after company's £500m loss

Debenhams boss Sergio Bucher blamed "a tough year in retail" for the sudden huge losses

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/debenhams-stores-guildford-woking-walton-15331104

Taxi written off after crashing into traffic light in Camberley

The crash left a wrecked taxi and a flattened traffic light

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/taxi-written-after-crashing-traffic-15331185

Boy, 16, killed in Epsom motorbike crash named by police

Police are continuing to investigate the crash in Christ Church Road on Sunday night (October 21)         

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/boy-16-killed-epsom-motorbike-15331169

Thursday 25 October 2018

Oxted, Limpsfield and Westerham residents unite in fight against third application for new parcel delivery depot

A number of organisations against the depot plans believe DPD's figures on the number of vans that will deliver from the site are incorrect

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/oxted-limpsfield-westerham-residents-unite-15274925

Huge fly-tip at Byfleet station - but no one wants to deal with it

The council says the issue involves many different agencies, but no one is taking ownership of the land

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/huge-fly-tip-byfleet-station-15321857

Man who dropped cigarette in Woking taken to court and must pay hundreds of pounds

Paul Smith, of French's Wells in Horsell , was sentenced for littering at a Royal Mail depot

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-who-dropped-cigarette-woking-15330134

Farnham songwriter pokes fun at 'middle class commuter town' with hilarious songs

Pete Crutchfield's witty repertoire includes tracks such as Farnham's Got a Poundland and Driving Home to Farnham

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farnham-songwriter-pokes-fun-middle-15300320

Friends start mental health campaign in the hope of showing others they are not alone

Freya Selman and Jasmine Flanagan, both 19, have made a film titled ‘You Can Help’ to to inspire young people to speak out

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/friends-start-mental-health-campaign-15290993

Police renew appeal for £40k ram raid at Farnham jewellers

Surrey Police  is appealing for witnesses after jewellery "worth in excess of £40,000" was stolen from Andre Noir in Lion and Lamb Way last week

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-renew-appeal-40k-ram-15329466

Family receives compensation after patient falls from bed and dies at Frimley Park Hospital

Susan Marilyn Walton, 67, fell at the hospital, hitting her head and dying days later

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/family-receives-compensation-after-patient-15291804

Dalmation puppy who survived life-threatening illness gets second chance at happiness at new home

The RSPCA have warned of the dangers of buying a puppy online

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dalmation-puppy-who-survived-life-15297297

Royal Parks issue warning after girl 'gored in the thigh' by stag in Bushy Park

The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Bushy Park, Hampton

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/royal-parks-issue-warning-after-15325524

Three people, including 17-year-old girl from Dorking, arrested after 'domestic' outside flats in Crawley

Witnesses reported seeing around nine police vehicles at 8.50pm on Tuesday

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/three-people-including-17-year-15323225

This car was ripped apart by a lorry in a village that's plagued by HGVs

Nobody was hurt  in this incident in Stanwell Moor but residents are demanding action

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/car-ripped-apart-lorry-village-15310764

Teenager 'sexually abused' for more than a year at Headley Court in 1970s, court hears

George Wanless, who was then in his 20s, has denied nine counts of indecent assault, one count of buggery and one count of rape

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenager-sexually-abused-more-year-15320401

Wednesday 24 October 2018

10-week closure of Newdigate road imminent plus plans for A24 and Dorking roadworks

Kingsland in Newdigate will be closed from Monday (October 29) to install a new water main

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/10-week-closure-newdigate-road-15318391

Staines could be getting an Iceland store

The supermarket chain intends to open the store by March 2019

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/staines-could-getting-iceland-store-15289825

Heartwarming story of man whose battle to overcome 'horrible' lifelong stammer led to public speeches

70-year-old Chris Cooksey is speaking about his experiences in aid of International Stammering Awareness Day

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/heartwarming-story-man-whose-battle-15319278

Film crew from BBC antiques show Bargain Hunt spotted in Dorking

Workers and passers-by in West Street looked on with interest

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/film-crew-bbc-antiques-show-15323647

Man stabbed multiple times in Stanwell street - the second knifing in six months

The victim suffered stab wounds to his arm and chest six months after another man was stabbed in the abdomen in the same street

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/stanwell-stabbing-dutch-barn-close-15323291

Stunning time-lapse video shows Woking Victoria Square progress as construction schedule released

"There are only 23 months left before the first phase of the Victoria Square scheme delivers a big step forward for Woking and the surrounding area"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/stunning-time-lapse-video-shows-15315506

This is when the Hunter's Moon will light up Surrey's skies tonight

There are only three full moons left in 2018

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hunters-moon-surrey-sky-tonight-15321512

Karate black belt kicked neighbour into hedge before he was doused in ammonia, court hears

The trial at Guildford Crown Court centres on events of June 18 this year, and an alleged fight between two neighbours

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/karate-black-belt-kicked-neighbour-15319261

Was it you? Mystery Woking lottery winner claims £1m prize a month after numbers drawn

It follows an appeal by the National Lottery saying it was "desperate to find" the mystery winner

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/you-mystery-woking-lottery-winner-15321223

'Nightmare' delays on South Western Railway due to strike and signal fault

Surrey Live went to Woking station to speak to frustrated commuters caught up in the "chaos"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/nightmare-delays-south-western-railway-15321143

Police dog finds £1,200 of cannabis hidden in woodland near Dorking

PD Sox found multiple bags when searching the area with fellow police dogs

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/1200-cannabis-police-dog-found-15320508

You could win £25,000 in Guildford's new community lottery

And no, you don't have to be from Guildford to play

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/you-could-win-25000-guildfords-15320549

Legoland joint bottom for children's healthy food in Soil Association's league table

The charity has released a league table ranking 22 of the UK’s most popular visitor attractions on the food and service they offer to families

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/legoland-joint-bottom-childrens-healthy-15316896

Tuesday 23 October 2018

Leatherhead railway station could become more accessible for disabled and elderly as funding bid submitted

The autumn Transform Leatherhead forum took place on October 17 and gave updates on the overall transformation plans for the town

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-bid-improve-leatherhead-station-15314026

Temperatures set to plummet in Surrey over the weekend

Although it's been a relatively warm October so far, you may need to bring out those winter woolies over the weekend

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/temperatures-set-plummet-surrey-over-15317289

Here's what you can do if your neighbours are smoking cannabis

Despite efforts to legalise cannabis in the UK, the plant still remains an illegal substance

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/heres-what-you-can-your-15312611

Dog found as 'poorly stray' is looking for a happy home after 'years without toys'

Seven-year-old Rocky was found wandering around on a Surrey common in August

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dog-found-poorly-stray-looking-15296386

Police car smashes into central reservation while on Kingston emergency call

The car was stranded at the scene for around two hours following the Kingston crash

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-car-smashes-central-reservation-15319116

Elstead man threw ammonia in face of neighbour following wifi dispute, court hears

The 47-year-old denies the charges and is facing trial at Guildford Crown Court

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/elstead-man-threw-ammonia-face-15317595

Dangerous driver who concussed police officer with fence panel gets ONE MONTH term for assault

The 39-year-old was also sentenced to six months in prison for dangerous driving after doing 80mph in a 30pmh zone

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dangerous-driver-who-concussed-police-15316169

CCTV released following 'armed' daylight raid at Currys PC World

Police say officers would "like to talk to" these three men following the robbery in Weybridge

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cctv-released-following-armed-daylight-15314781

Driving with pet in your car could land you £2,500 fine - here's how

Worth bearing in mind if you regularly ferry your dog around in the car

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driving-pet-your-car-could-15314558

Pensioner 'systematically groomed' girls at Headley Court during the 1970s, court hears

George Wanless is charged with nine counts of indecent assault, one count of buggery and one count of rape

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pensioner-systematically-groomed-girls-headley-15299071

Mission Impossible? Open casting event for movie extras attracts thousands to Kingston

The queue snaked down Eden Street in Kingston as eager actors waited to have their photo taken

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mission-impossible-open-casting-event-15314553

Monday 22 October 2018

Europa CEO responds to suggestion delivery was staged to get injunction against Leith Hill protesting

A video appears to show the truck reaching its destination then simply leaving without delivering anything

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/europa-ceo-responds-suggestion-delivery-15264999

Nearly one in four Surrey fire stations not meeting target response times

We can reveal the average response times for each fire station in Surrey

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/nearly-one-four-surrey-fire-15313976

Appeal to find man, 19, following fatal Epsom motorbike crash

Police are appealing to residents to help them locate Daniel as he may be able to assist with the circumstances of this incident

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/appeal-find-man-19-following-15314810

Elderly lady waits 'nearly an hour' for ambulance after breaking cheekbone in Cobham crash

Painshill fire station posted on social media to query why the woman had to wait so long for assistance

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/elderly-lady-waits-nearly-hour-15314433

Heartbreaking tributes to boy who died after lamppost crash

The incident occurred at around 10.40pm last night along Christ Church Road in Epsom

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/heartbreaking-tributes-teenager-epsom-boy-15313897

East Surrey doctor's deportation threat dropped as she is granted three-year visa

Shashi Awai believes the pressure put on the Home Office is what caused them to grant her a visa

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/east-surrey-doctors-deportation-threat-15300155

Wrestling legend Kendo Nagasaki to recreate unmasking in Aldershot ring return

Kendo Nagasaki, aka Peter Thornley, is promoting his autobiography and wants to raise £1m for the Lee Rigby Foundation

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wrestling-legend-kendo-nagasaki-recreate-15312215

20 photos from Rob Walker Centenary Festival in Dorking

Crowds got the chance to see Formula 1 cars drive through the High Street on Sunday (October 21)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/20-photos-rob-walker-centenary-15312081

Volunteer puppy walkers wanted to foster potential police dogs

Surrey Police needs people to foster their potential police dogs while the pooches are aged between seven weeks and 12 months

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/volunteer-puppy-walkers-wanted-foster-15312193

Addison Lee to bring self-driving vehicles to London’s streets

Addison Lee Group has joined forces with Oxbotica to accelerate the implementation of autonomous vehicles in London by 2021

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/addison-lee-bring-self-driving-15311973

Gatwick Airport Travelodge evacuated following early hours fire

The cause of the fire is under investigation

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gatwick-airport-travelodge-evacuated-following-15311605

Film crews in Ripley shooting 'tense car chase' for new ITV drama

The crews took over part of Ripley High Street to film scenes for a new ITV psychological drama

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/film-crews-ripley-itv-drama-15311005

Van driver who hit boy in Camberley crash and left scene faces no further action

The van driver "wasn't aware of the accident", according to police

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/van-driver-who-hit-boy-15310181

South Western Railway announce strike timetable ahead of five days of industrial action

The train operator has announced a reduced timetable for commuters during the strike

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/south-western-railway-announce-strike-15310524

Huge scheme for hundreds of homes, shops and new car parks at Redhill Station is back on

Developer Solum has already wasted millions on a failed scheme, but details of new plans to build on existing car parks are expected to be made public early next year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/huge-scheme-hundreds-homes-shops-15301452

Andrew Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness to host Top Gear - so expect them in Dunsfold soon

The cricket star and Take Me Out host will be speeding round the Dunsfold test track soon

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/top-gear-flintoff-mcguinness-host-15310347

Teenage boy dies after colliding with lamppost in Epsom

The incident occurred along Christchurch Road in Epsom last night

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenage-boy-dies-collision-epsom-15310201

Resurfacing works could change how you get to Woking train station

"We would like to thank pedestrians and business owners for their patience and apologise for any inconvenience the works may cause"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/resurfacing-works-horsell-woking-commute-15301478

Sunday 21 October 2018

Surrey County Council and Surrey Hills school 'too slow to share info about teacher allegation'

Surrey Live has seen a report into Surrey Hills CofE Primary School and Surrey County Council's handling of the allegation

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-surrey-hills-15264817

Volunteers wanted to help redecorate bedroom of Reigate boy, 5, with rare brain disorder

The family is having the house adapted to meet five-year-old Reuben Condie's needs

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/volunteers-wanted-help-redecorate-bedroom-15300135

More than 1,000 people sought help to stop searching for child abuse images last year

An Epsom charity says more than 1,000 people referred themselves to its service in 2017

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/more-1000-people-sought-help-15265517

You can get paid £500 to drink beer and take part in a pub quiz at your local

Responsibilities include heading to your local, sampling the drink selection and getting stuck in with the weekly pub quiz

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/you-can-paid-500-drink-15308720

Wildlife Aid Foundation urge people to hold silent fireworks display on Bonfire Night

The animal charity says explosions, flashes and bangs take a heavy mental toll on wildlife

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wildlife-aid-foundation-urge-people-15308364

'We will not sacrifice Northern Ireland': Dominic Raab fires Brexit warning to EU

The Esher and Walton MP and Brexit Secretary said the EU's proposals would "carve a line" down the Irish Sea

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/we-not-sacrifice-northern-ireland-15308064

Recall round-up: Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury's recalling products due to safety concerns

Check your cupboards and freezers to see if you have bought any of the effected items

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/recall-round-up-waitrose-tesco-15306752

Saturday 20 October 2018

South Western Railway employee embarks on UK Tour as George Michael

“The George Michael Story” tells the story of the musical great from day one of his career

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/south-western-railway-employee-embarks-15290476

Religious hate crime rises 79% in a year in Surrey

There were increases in all types of hate crime, including disability, sexual orientation and race

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/religious-hate-crime-rises-79-15297840

The most popular cat and dog names in Guildford revealed - has yours claimed top spot?

GoCompare analysed 500,000 pet names entered by owners looking for insurance quotes over the past two years to find the UK’s most popular cat and dog names

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/most-popular-cat-dog-names-15306586

Government promises to cut unfair 'Redhill Hump' rail fares following five-year campaign

An annual all-zone season ticket from Redhill to London currently costs £204 more than the same ticket from Three Bridges - five stops further down the line

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/government-promises-cut-unfair-redhill-15302877

Lacy vest cause of blocked Thames Water sewer pipe to thousands of homes in Surrey and Hamsphire

It is not known why the lacy vest was flushed, or if it was simply accidentally dropped down the toilet

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/lacy-vest-cause-blocked-sewer-15305983

National Lottery's 'Big Surprise' for Man with a Pan founder to air during ad breaks of ITV's The X Factor

The 90-second programme will show Robin van Creveld being honoured with a special meal by some of his former graduates

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/national-lotterys-big-surprise-man-15306042

Driving course for 10 year-olds to practise 'steering, control and parking' in brand new £13K car available in Surrey

A special road system will be created, with traffic signs, roundabouts and junctions

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driving-course-10-year-olds-15303606

Four people hospitalised, one with a 'life-threatening head injury', after two vehicle crash in Warlingham

Three men, aged 18, and a woman in her 40s were all injured in the collision

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/four-people-hospitalised-one-life-15305216

Man attacked by two men as he sat in his car in Woking taken to hospital with 'cuts to arms'

Surrey Police said the attack "could have been far worse", as one of the men was believed to have been carrying a knife 

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-attacked-two-men-sat-15303916

Friday 19 October 2018

Five first-time buyer flats in top locations for £200k or less

These apartments across Surrey are all close to transport and town centre amenities and are either newly listed or just reduced in price

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/property-news/five-first-time-buyer-flats-15269072

Kellogg's in the spotlight as study shows shocking levels of sugar in our favourite cereals

Brits are (often unknowingly) consuming more than a kilogram of sugar a week and the average cereal bowl is double, sometimes triple, that of the guided portion size

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/kelloggs-spotlight-study-shows-shocking-15283955

Soccer AM host Jimmy Bullard disqualified from driving after Guildford incident

The Soccer AM presenter will not allowed to drive for four weeks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/jimmy-bullard-driving-ban-guildford-15304134

Motorbikes used in 'fast and calculated' £40k ram-raid at Farnham jewellers

Police say the raid in Farnham is not believed to be linked with recent ATM thefts in the area

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farnham-andre-noir-jewellers-raid-15302686

Brazen burglar who was 'not careful in covering his tracks' jailed for 30 months

David Amey pleaded guilty to all charges, including burglary at two Epsom properties

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/epsom-burglar-jailed-peugeot-cctv-15302079

'Very lucky driver' fortunate to walk away from A25 car crash near Guildford

Surrey Police said the car span and rolled in the crash on the A25 near Newlands Corner

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/very-lucky-driver-fortunate-walk-15302041

Mr B the Surrey builder wins £1m EuroMillions prize to become county's latest millionaire

The man, who wants to remain anonymous, plans to go on holiday for his birthday

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mr-b-surrey-builder-wins-15302116

Xcel leisure centre near miss leaves mother 'horrified' following ceiling collapse

The mother-of-two says she had previously reported overhead leaks in the changing rooms

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/xcel-leisure-centre-near-miss-15300395

Thames Water to close Guildford road for SEVEN WEEKS for upgrade works

The utility company is replacing old pipes with plastic ones

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/thames-water-close-guildford-road-15301403

Watch moment motorbike gang appear to steal Mercedes in Woking

Police are aware of the CCTV footage and are looking into a burglary

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/watch-moment-motorbike-gang-appear-15299505

CCTV released in connection with 'racially aggravated assault' at Reigate post office

Officers are investigating a report of racially abusive comments being made to staff

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cctv-released-connection-racially-aggravated-15300273

Best and worst state-funded schools in Surrey based on 2018 GCSE results

Surrey Live looks at the 10 best, and the five worst in the county

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/best-worst-state-funded-schools-15295565

Follow these tips to save money as car insurance prices rise in Surrey

Shopping for car insurance at certain times of day can help reduce your premium

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/follow-tips-save-money-car-15281855

Thursday 18 October 2018

Abinger Common residents demand action over speed limit that's higher than parts of A3

Abinger Lane has a 60mph speed limit despite running past Surrey Hills Primary and the Abinger Hatch pub

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/abinger-common-residents-demand-action-15267195

Ex-Strictly star Brendan Cole offers Warlingham woman fighting cancer tickets to his show

The BBC said it cannot offer her tickets to a live show so the former star of 15 series offered her VIP treatment at his own show

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ex-strictly-star-brendan-cole-15292831

Mother of prisoner at 'inhumane' HMP Coldingley in Bisley fears for son's life

A report published this month raises concerns about the availability of drugs in the prison and "inhumane" sanitation

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mother-prisoner-inhumane-hmp-coldingley-15285974

Honey bee-killing Asian hornets spotted in Guildford as experts move to 'stamp out threat'

Asian hornets are native to China

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/honey-bee-killing-asian-hornets-15298162

Owners of Guildford's Star Inn to appeal noise abatement notice that would 'kill' live music venue

The pub's management has previously said the noise abatement notice would force the pub to "effectively close as a music venue" by December 9

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/owners-guildfords-star-inn-appeal-15298736

Guildford Stoke crossroads traffic lights working again as county council finally explain 56 hour downtime

The broken lights had been causing long traffic delays across Guildford

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-stoke-crossroads-traffic-lights-15297830

Guildford council leader Paul Spooner under investigation for 'bias' over Star Inn noise complaint

Cllr Paul Spooner has been vocal in his support for The Star Inn but was unable to prevent the music venue receiving a noise abatement notice

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-council-leader-paul-spooner-15296248

Your reactions to news Guildford's legendary Star Inn will 'effectively close as a music venue'

The Star's management has said the noise abatement notice issued on Monday (October 15) will "kill" the business

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/your-reactions-news-guildfords-legendary-15296587

Runnymede Tory leader apologises for making 'untrue' allegation about fellow councillor

Councillor Carol Manduca was removed from working groups days after her father's funeral

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/runnymede-tory-leader-apologises-making-15287237

Children from rural villages to lose places on council school bus after half term

Parents said it has been very stressful and they are still figuring out how to get their kids to school

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/children-rural-villages-lose-places-15295661

Elmbridge reach target for housing Syrian refugee families in borough- and pledge to welcome more

In 2016, Elmbridge Borough Council pledged to take in between five and 15 Syrian families and resettle them in the borough

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/elmbridge-reach-target-housing-syrian-15283796

School celebrates as speed limit reduced following headmaster's campaign

The decision was made after Surrey County Council officers witnessed a minor crash between a van and a lorry in July

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/school-celebrates-speed-limit-reduced-15291207

Rape offences surge in Surrey as recorded crime reaches highest level for more than a decade

Violent crime in Surrey also soared over the last year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/rape-offences-surge-surrey-recorded-15294193

Tone-deaf complaint against Guildford's Star Inn shows law stacked in favour of developers

Guildford's legendary Star Inn said it would have to "effectively close as a music venue" after it received a noise abatement notice

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tone-deaf-complaint-against-guildfords-15296055

Ashford Hospital 'requires improvement' as Trust battles 'high demand and challenging staffing levels'

Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals Trust retained its overall CQC rating of "good" but Ashford Hospital itself was rated as "requires improvement"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ashford-hospital-requires-improvement-trust-15264630

Surrey County Council must do better after 48 hours of delays at Guildford Stoke crossroads

Traffic lights at the busy junction have been broken since October 16 but the county council still doesn't know what the problem is

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-must-better-15296161

Hearings on 'flawed' local plan should be reopened, says Guildford Vision Group

GVG's chairman described the local plan as "already a failure for us all"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hearings-flawed-local-plan-should-15291572

Workers in some Surrey car washes and nail bars 'could be modern slavery victims'

In April this year, two men in Surrey became the first to be convicted for modern slavery in the county

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/workers-surrey-car-washes-nail-15295529

Gatwick Airport sets out ambitious future growth plan for the next 20 years

The draft master plan considers how Gatwick could grow across three scenarios, looking ahead to the early 2030s

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gatwick-airport-sets-out-ambitious-15287542

Developer behind South Godstone and Walton 'garden villages' goes into liquidation

Councillor Keith Jecks, chair of Tandridge District Council's planning policy committee, is confident the South Godstone proposals will still go ahead regardless of Bonnar Alllan's insolvency

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/developer-behind-south-godstone-walton-15294579

Police respond to calls of man taking selfies in the middle of the A3

Have you ever felt the urge to go out and take a photo with your favourite road?

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-respond-calls-man-taking-15295258

Wednesday 17 October 2018

Glamping application for Norbury Park in Leatherhead deemed invalid due to lack of environmental statement

Mole Valley District Council received over 200 letters of representation, with only two supporting the idea

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/glamping-application-norbury-park-leatherhead-15282885

School calls for new crossing on busy Godalming road as lollipop man resigns

Surrey County Council is currently assessing the road and the routes pupils take to go to school

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/school-calls-new-crossing-busy-15287907

What does Brexit mean for Surrey? The county council won't say

The county council refused a freedom of information request asking for details of its plans for what happens when Britain leaves the EU

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/what-brexit-mean-surrey-county-15288949

Watch this Surrey youth football team star in spooky new Co-op Halloween national TV advert

Bookham Colts football team netted the role in the new advertising campaign

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/watch-surrey-youth-football-team-15293819

Petition to save Star Inn as music venue reaches 21,000 signatures following noise notice blow

The pub received a noise abatement notice that the manager says would effectively close it as a music venue

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/petition-save-star-inn-music-15292732

CCTV released of two men in connection with an alleged racially aggravated assault in Horley

The incident occurred at around 12.15am on September 15

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cctv-released-two-men-connection-15293595

Company based at Pinewood Studios is looking for Surrey extras for upcoming blockbusters

The event is free to attend and filming will take place across Surrey

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/company-based-pinewood-studios-looking-15291893

E-fits released of man and woman in connection with Weybridge burglary where cash stolen

The burglary took place on October 1 in Princes Road

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/e-fits-released-man-woman-15293194

David Hodge reveals 'most likely' date for departure from Surrey County Council

David Hodge has been leader of Surrey County Council since 2011

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/david-hodge-reveals-most-likely-15293011

Burglary and robbery occurred at the same Hartley's Wine Shop in Kingswood 16 days apart

Police are investigating both incidents and appealing for witnesses of the crimes

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/burglary-robbery-occurred-same-hartleys-15283435

Frensham Great Pond water still closed to people and dogs due to toxic blue-green algae

The algal bloom has been particularly long-lasting this year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/frensham-great-pond-water-still-15286364

Broken Guildford Stoke crossroads lights causing traffic but council still don't know why they're broken

Traffic lights at Stoke Crossroads have now not been working for more than 24 hours

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/broken-guildford-stoke-crossroads-lights-15290833

Guildford's Star Inn 'killed' as music venue after council issues noise abatement notice

The pub claims to be Guildford's longest-running music venue, but says a noise abatement notice "will kill our business"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildfords-star-inn-killed-music-15290969

Club-goer left with multiple face fractures after 'violent' attack at Guildford's Casino nightclub

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of GBH

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-casino-fight-sunday-morning-15290628

Walton cocaine dealer who offered 'pure Colombian for £35' jailed for four years

The 29-year-old, from Walton, claimed he had become involved in drug dealing during a period of homelessness

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/walton-cocaine-dealer-who-offered-15288220

Dog walker gets parking fine at Newlands Corner while paying for ticket

"I just didn't expect that they would expect people to teleport between the machine and your car," she said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dog-walker-gets-parking-fine-15283833

Tuesday 16 October 2018

East Dorking Masterplan put on hold to consider proposal to turn Pippbrook House into community hub

The latest draft from action group CHiP is being considered by the council before alternative plans are progressed

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/east-dorking-masterplan-put-hold-15268524

Crispin Blunt calls for Commons debate to address 'generally appalling' Redhill railway line

The Department for Transport has announced there will be no compensation for Reigate station users following the 2018 summer timetable "debacle"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/crispin-blunt-calls-commons-debate-15284301

Three arrested after attack in Guildford nightclub leaves man with 'multiple fractures to the face'

The attack took place in the Casino nightclub

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/three-arrests-casino-attack-guildford-15289211

Farnham couple died after conch shell poacher crashed into them during police chase in Caribbean, inquest hears

An inquest heard that Ian and Pamela Mansell were enjoying a dream holiday in the Cayman Islands when they died

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farnham-couple-died-after-conch-15288928

Crash at Stoke Crossroads following more than 10 hours of traffic light failure

Multiple police cars, an ambulance and briefly a fire engine attended

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/crash-stoke-crossroads-following-more-15288775

East Surrey Hospital staff questioned over relationship with ex-urologist who is linked to ten deaths

The deaths of ten patients may have been linked to an experimental cancer treatment carried out by urologist Paul Miller

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/east-surrey-hospital-staff-questioned-15287024

Hunt for director of housing in Woking after 'internal structure review'

Do you have strong opinions on housing in Woking? If so, this could be the job for you

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hunt-director-housing-woking-after-15288016

87-year-old woman dies after collision in Denbies Vineyard car park near Dorking

The woman was hit by a car in Denbies Vineyard

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/87-year-old-woman-dies-15288736

Boy aged eight 'considered taking his own life while waiting for mental health assessment'

The organisation running mental health services in Surrey has been criticised over a backlog of assessments

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/boy-aged-eight-considered-taking-15286245

Council unsure if Stoke Crossroads traffic lights in Guildford will be working at rush hour

The lights have not been in operation since around 6am on Tuesday (October 16)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-unsure-stoke-crossroads-traffic-15288069

Council passes motion that could pave way for Headley Court to remain a rehab facility

Two motions have been passed concerning existing homes on the site, and its future use

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-passes-motion-could-pave-15269771

Stunning video shows panoramic Woking views from top of 34-floor Victoria Square tower

This is not for those of you with a fear of heights!

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/stunning-video-shows-panoramic-woking-15286913

If you're a lottery player in Woking then check your tickets as £1million prize unclaimed

The National Lottery has said that the winning ticket was bought in the borough

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/youre-lottery-player-woking-check-15286419

Mystery surrounds car 'abandoned' at Nut Hill Fruit Farm car boot and visible from A3

The silver Renault Scenic has been at the site and visible from the A3 for two weeks.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mystery-surrounds-car-abandoned-nut-15281215

Woman convicted in crash that left two horses dead by the roadside in Normandy

Both riders were injured, including one teenage girl

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-convicted-crash-left-two-15285439

UK's ten worst train stations revealed with Gatwick Airport and Woking making the list

Half of all trains leaving Woking station are late or cancelled

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/uks-ten-worst-train-stations-15285028

E-fit image released following sexual assault in Camberley

Surrey Police is reissuing its appeal to trace this man

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/e-fit-image-released-following-15284105

Off-duty police officer arrests man at Gatwick Airport station on suspicion of carrying 'large knife'

The arrest was made shortly after 12pm on Monday (October 15)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/duty-police-officer-arrests-man-15283702

Monday 15 October 2018

Parents advised not to give children decongestants for colds

Children under 12 should not be given decongestants, according to researchers in the British Medical Journal

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parents-advised-not-give-children-15280737

Latest Surrey earthquake data makes it less likely they're linked to oil exploration, says seismologist

The British Geological Survey says a more accurate picture of how deep the first spate of quakes were suggests they were not induced

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/latest-surrey-earthquake-data-makes-15260047

Redhill's Marketfield Way development won't start until next year even if CPO is approved

Some retailers, including Mamma Mia cafe and restaurant, are resisting the council's compulsory purchase order

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/redhills-marketfield-way-development-wont-15269507

E-fit released of man in connection with Woking burglary

It is believed jewellery and cash to the value of more than £4,000 was taken

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/e-fit-released-man-connection-15283381

Reigate man who attacked six police officers and two others in separate assaults jailed

He also drew a knife on a police officer during one of the incidents

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reigate-man-who-attacked-six-15283335

Was Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's baby conceived in Surrey?

The pair attended a wedding near Frensham this summer

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/prince-harry-meghan-markles-baby-15283097

PG Wodehouse, Guildford-born creator of Jeeves, to be honoured at Westminster Abbey

PG Wodehouse was born and baptised in Guildford in 1881

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pg-wodehouse-guildford-born-creator-15282731

Parking officer 'giving literally everyone tickets' at Newlands Corner despite machine being broken

Surrey Live has contacted the council to confirm whether any fines were handed out

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parking-officer-giving-literally-everyone-15282492

Woman on top of multi-storey car park in Camberley brought down to safety

A woman was spotted sitting on top of The Square's car park in Albert Road, Camberley

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-top-multi-storey-car-15282394

Crews spotted filming new BBC sitcom in Guildford

They were filming for BBC One's sitcom called Ghosts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bbc-crews-filming-sitcom-ghosts-15281609

Tributes and flowers left for 'Tony' at Guildford's York Road car park

The messages and flowers are thought to be in memory of a man who died at the car park on October 8

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tributes-flowers-left-tony-guildfords-15281423

Surrey Live calls for South Western Railway and RMT to end ongoing rail dispute

More strikes have been announced for the end of this month and through November.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-live-calls-south-western-15273057

Guildford drugs raid sees five charged with supplying controlled substances

Those charged include two people from Guildford and two from north London

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-drugs-raid-sees-five-15280740

Pair jailed for intent to supply Class A drugs after being caught in Leatherhead

Imbrahim Dadd and Aaron Redman were sentenced on Thursday (October 11)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pair-jailed-intent-supply-class-15275282

Sunday 14 October 2018

One in three girls sexually harassed while in school uniform, survey finds

A charity said it has seen a "marked increased in the numbers of young survivors of rape and sexual abuse from across Surrey"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/one-three-girls-sexually-harassed-15262050

Surrey Towers residents safety concerns as water supply issues affect sprinkler systems in tower block

Recent water supply issues have prompted concerns over sprinkler systems in the 17-storey tower block

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-towers-residents-safety-concerns-15221529

Ockham Common parking machine out of order due to 'super glue in the card slot'

Machines at Chobham Common and Newlands Corner have also been tampered with in recent months

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ockham-common-parking-machine-out-15279373

Driver in his 90s dies after crash with skip lorry in Epsom

The elderly man was taken to hospital on Saturday (October 13) with serious injuries but died the following day

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driver-90s-dies-after-crash-15279278

Jaguar and skip lorry crash leaves 90-year-old man in 'serious condition'

The collision happened while traffic was being diverted away from the town centre due to a separate incident

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/jaguar-skip-lorry-crash-leaves-15278136

Priory Park’s playground set for 2019 refurbishment and RBBC want to know what you want

The council is calling for residents to submit what they would like to see when the 11 year old playground is refurbished

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/priory-parks-playground-set-2019-15274553

Saturday 13 October 2018

Garden Answers names Knaphill garden as 'best in UK'

Judges said they were taken by the "dedication and perfection" in the garden

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/garden-answers-names-knaphill-garden-15267636

Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury's and Lidl among companies recalling products due to safety concerns

From life ropes that don't work, to mislabelled biscuits, you'd be surprised what gets recalled

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/waitrose-tesco-sainsburys-lidl-among-15273252

Woman fighting cancer desperately wants to attend Strictly Come Dancing but BBC 'can't meet demand'

"It sounds silly but the idea of her getting to see the show might be the very thing that keeps her going until next year"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-fighting-cancer-desperately-wants-15256984

Huge standstill on M23 at Gatwick Airport near M25 following vehicle fire

The carriageway was closed to all traffic to allow multiple fire crews extinguish the blaze

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/huge-standstill-m23-gatwick-airport-15276594

Elderly pedestrian hospitalised with head injuries after collision in Epsom town centre

Many bus routes had to be diverted while the High Street was closed on Saturday morning

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/elderly-pedestrian-hospitalised-head-injuries-15276326

BBC's Question Time is coming to Guildford and this is how you could be part of the audience

Earlier this year, David Dimbleby revealed he would be stepping down as the show's presenter

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bbcs-question-time-coming-guildford-15275947

Friday 12 October 2018

Poor Stella has gone 379 days without finding a home - now you can help

The RSPCA has launched a campaign to find her a home in Surrey

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/poor-stella-gone-379-days-15271403

Brockham Bonfire 2018: What time it starts, road closures, and bus times

More than 15,000 people attended last year's spectacle

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/brockham-bonfire-2018-what-time-15252633

If you have one of these 401 Surrey surnames you could inherit a fortune

The list of unclaimed Surrey estates has been updated and your name might be on it

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/you-one-401-surrey-surnames-15271802

Police looking for Epsom teenager in relation to 'a number of burglaries and robberies'

Officers are investigating a number of burglaries and robberies that have occurred in the area

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-looking-epsom-teenager-relation-15274391

Burglar involved in Guildford raid where homeowner was pepper-sprayed will not have jail sentence cut

The raid was “carefully planned,” a judge said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/burglar-involved-guildford-raid-homeowner-15274098

Police hunting wanted Horley man found guilty of affray and possession of an offensive weapon

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Joshua Parsons

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-hunting-wanted-horley-man-15274460

Police issue warning to parents as Fortnite scammers target children

Fortnite has again been targeted by scammers offering free virtual currency.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/fortnite-police-warning-scam-thousands-15272006

Papa John's could replace vacant Boots store in Sunbury

The pizza outlet is looking to built a new store

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/papa-johns-could-replace-vacant-15265550

Surrey set for weekend temperatures higher than Sicily

Expect temperatures to be in the mid-20s°C this weekend

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-set-weekend-temperatures-higher-15273437

Female pedestrian hospitalised with 'serious injuries' following collision with van in Esher

Surrey Police is now appealing for any witnesses

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/female-pedestrian-hospitalised-serious-injuries-15270815

Second man arrested on suspicion of taking indecent images of children in Guildford area

Both men have been released under investigation

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/second-man-arrested-suspicion-taking-15272110

Chobham wildlife photographer 'forced to go elsewhere' and take pictures due to parking charges

The charges are meant to generate £200,000 per year, but common car parks have been empty since they were introduced - we say scrap them

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parking-charges-force-chobham-wildlife-15271556

This is what Guildford's new Walnut Bridge will look like

Councilors have celebrated the approval of the design and said that public art is to be commissioned in the surrounding area

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/what-guildfords-new-walnut-bridge-15269378

Patisserie Valerie shops could close as finance director is arrested amid financial crisis

Patisserie Valerie shop in Guildford, Woking and Camberley could all close

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/patisserie-valerie-shops-could-close-15270814

Fallen cables close road for more than two hours after car hits telegraph pole

The A30 was closed in both directions in Englefield Green

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a30-crash-cables-london-road-15270556

Man hospitalised with 'serious injuries' following two vehicle crash in Guildford

The crash took place on Thursday evening (October 11)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/aldershot-road-guildford-serious-injuries-15270444

Thursday 11 October 2018

World's largest car park should be built at Heathrow before third runway, say councillors

The largest car park in the world is currently in Edmonton, Canada, with 20,000 spaces

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/worlds-largest-car-park-should-15266631

Claim Tandridge council misled people over plan to expand or relocate Smallfield's Burstow Primary School

Tandridge District Council included the expansion or relocation of the school in its local plan, but the county council says it has no plans to do so

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/claim-tandridge-council-misled-people-15242102

Farmers and landowners 'hit hard' by traveller clean up costs, says CLA

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) says there were 98 "unauthorised" traveller caravans in Surrey as of January this year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/farmers-traveller-clean-up-costs-15263614

Boy, 10, was not given school place more than a month after term started

The boy has only recently been allocated a place and Surrey County Council has apologised for the delays

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/family-wits-end-half-term-15264913

Woking traveller site plans revealed, including 15 pitches in West Byfleet

Council documents said that "meeting the accommodation needs of travellers is an essential responsibility of the council"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woking-traveller-site-plans-revealed-15268358

Travellers set up unauthorised encampment at Sainsbury's car park in Chertsey

Residents are up in arms with groups having been moved on from the town just two weeks ago

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-set-up-unauthorised-encampment-15269630

'Woodham New Town' proposal for 1,200 homes on green belt land set for axe

Planning officers say the Martyrs Lane site, near to the headquarters of motoring giant McLaren, should not be safeguarded for development

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woodham-new-town-proposal-1200-15266609

Plans for power station and 247 student flats in Woking town centre revealed

No parking spaces for students have been included in the design

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/plans-power-station-247-student-15256450

Petrol tanker, diggers, hot tubs and £10,000 seized in operation to tackle rural crime

Police said two search warrants were obtained as they continue to "proactively target organised crime groups"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/petrol-tanker-diggers-hot-tubs-15261905

How drivers can avoid traffic on Surrey's busiest roads

See our guide to getting home quicker

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/how-drivers-can-avoid-traffic-15267478

Princess Eugenie's school to host royal wedding-themed day for pupils

Princess Eugenie and her sister, Beatrice, were both pupils at Coworth Park School, now Coworth Flexlands School, in Chobham

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/princess-eugenies-school-royal-wedding-15267761

Baby puts broken glass in his mouth as Godalming parks left in a mess

Teenagers have been reported vandalising a memorial to the man who sent out SOS signals from the Titanic, amid a "spike" in antisocial behaviour

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/baby-puts-broken-glass-mouth-15244871

Guildford Borough Council buy Odeon cinema and Old Orleans restaurant as part of regeneration plan

Details of the fee paid for the sites have not been disclosed

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-council-buys-odeon-cinema-15264028

Guildford Borough Council buy Odeon cinema and Old Orleans restaurant as part of regeneration plan

Details of the fee paid for the sites have not been disclosed

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-borough-council-buy-odeon-15264028

'Bland? 'Ugly'? Approved - Guildford footbridge to be replaced despite safety row

Once councillor joked that artist Banksy would "hopefully" come to town to spruce up Walnut Bridge

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bland-ugly-approved-guildford-footbridge-15266402

Newlands Corner parking meters vandalised in second incident of its type since August

It's the second time since August that rural parking meters in Surrey have been vandalised

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/newlands-corner-parking-meters-vandalised-15265871

'Irreplaceable' Five Swimmers sculpture in Staines 'brutally' vandalised

A figure was torn off from the sculpture in an act of vandalism that has prompted calls to have it relocated

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/irreplaceable-five-swimmers-sculpture-staines-15265500

Guildford Borough Council 'sorry to hear' of death at York Road car park

A man was pronounced dead at the scene on Monday (October 8)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-borough-council-sorry-hear-15264099

Police appeal to find 'vulnerable' man missing from Chipstead residential home

Derek Saunders was last seen on Tuesday (October 9)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-appeal-find-vulnerable-man-15265565

Wednesday 10 October 2018

Surrey Live launches petition calling on county council to SCRAP countryside car parking charges

The charges are meant to generate £200,000 per year, but common car parks have been empty since they were introduced

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/petition-surrey-council-parking-charges-15241937

Four proposed new oil wells at Horse Hill 'could produce 500 tonnes of petroleum daily'

An environmental impact assessment is to be conducted in anticipation of Horse Hill Developments applying for permission to dig the new wells

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/four-proposed-new-oil-wells-15259557

Tory councillor ordered to do social media training for 'disrespecting' voter on Facebook

Runnymede borough councillor Michael Kusneraitis was found to have posted "inappropriate" comments

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tory-councillor-ordered-social-media-15260678

Arrest following reports of man taking indecent images of children in Guildford area

Police said they received "a number of reports" of the man in the Guildford area

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-reports-man-indecent-children-15263569

Three police officers accused of perverting course of justice after crash

All three men, who have been placed on restricted duties, pleaded not guilty

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/three-police-officers-accused-perverting-15263426

Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Lidl and Aldi recall these products over salmonella, listeria and other safety concerns

If you've bought any of the items listed below, you should return them as soon as possible

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tesco-waitrose-sainsburys-lidl-aldi-15260858

Guildford GP allegedly groped woman in 'Benny Hill' fashion

Alan Tutin, a former GP, is alleged to have molested 25 female patients.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-gp-allegedly-groped-woman-15262052

Company 'saddened' after man electrocuted while fixing broken lift in Staines dies

Surrey Police is leading the ongoing investigation with support from the Health and Safety Executive

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/company-saddened-after-man-dies-15262392

Guildford Casino owner submits stair-free design for Walnut Bridge to replace 'flawed' proposal

Michel Harper is asking Guildford Borough Council to review the current design of the proposed footbridge before the planning committee meeting this evening (October 10)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-casino-owner-submits-stair-15259931

Father and accomplice jailed after string of burglaries including while childminder was home

The pair were sentenced to eight years and five years respectively

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/father-accomplice-jailed-guildford-woking-15259892

'Secret state' or 'sanctimonious tosh' - Guildford council transparency row breaks out

Project such as the failed pop-up village and the Tunsgate setts, as well as the partnership with the Chinese city of Dongying, were cited in a row

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-council-secret-state-row-15261048

Extension of injunction banning traveller encampments sought by Elmbridge Borough Council

The three-month injunction, granted at the High Court back in August, covers more than 150 of the borough’s parks, open spaces and car parks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/extension-injunction-banning-traveller-encampments-15260819

Mum 'humiliated' by charity shop staff after three-year-old son wets himself

A child wetting themselves is likely to be every parent's nightmare

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mum-humiliated-charity-shop-staff-15254659

Campaigners confident as legal challenge against Heathrow expansion plans given green light

Five separate claims against the government's approval to build a third runway will now proceed to a full judicial review next year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/campaigners-confident-legal-challenge-against-15259283

'No offences were identified' after Salesian School pupil hit by marked police car

The collision was investigated after a Chertsey school pupil was taken to hospital with "minor injuries"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/no-offences-were-identified-after-15260571

Tuesday 9 October 2018

Homebase could leave Knaphill as Sainsbury's submits plans to split DIY branch into three units

Back in August, Homebase announced plans to close 42 outlets nationwide as part of a "restructuring plan"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/homebase-could-leave-knaphill-sainsburys-15229013

World Mental Health Day: Hospitals treated Surrey children for anxiety 1,275 times last year

The total number of treatments for those aged between 10 and 19 has increased 14-fold.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/world-mental-health-anxiety-children-15259562

Former East Surrey Hospital doctor feels she's been 'treated as a criminal' over visa issues

Shashi Awai hasn't worked for 18 months because the Home Office has restricted her working rights and had to leave her job as an ear, nose and throat specialist

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/former-east-surrey-hospital-doctor-15222205

Four people treated for smoke inhalation following 'large building fire' in Leatherhead visible from M25

Five fire crews, two ambulances and Surrey Police attended the scene

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/four-people-treated-smoke-inhalation-15260005

Campaigners attend High Court to challenge injunction against protesting at Brockham oil drilling site

The injunction prohibits a series of activities at drilling sites in Brockham and Balcombe

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/campaigners-attend-high-court-challenge-15230033

RMT announce more South Western Railway strikes with five consecutive weeks to be affected

Strikes will be held on five consecutive Saturdays and one on a Tuesday

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/rmt-announce-more-south-western-15259595

Royal Oak retrospective demolition application unanimously rejected by Mole Valley District Council

Developers Cresswest demolished the 19th century pub without planning permission in 2017

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/royal-oak-retrospective-demolition-application-15252304

Reigate resident didn't stop assaulting police officers even after he was tasered

James Davies, of Chart Lane, assaulted the officers after they attended his address

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reigate-resident-didnt-stop-assaulting-15257445

New county chairman after councillor steps down for language lacking 'empathy and cultural awareness'

Cllr Peter Martin stepped down as chairman of Surrey County Council, saying "outdated" language he used towards a candidate in a job interview “showed a lapse of good judgement”

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/new-county-chairman-after-councillor-15259387

Mother fined for 'merrily reading' phone while driving on A3 as her baby slept in back

The driver received six points and a £200 fine, Surrey Police said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mother-fined-merrily-reading-phone-15258841

Power restored to Shepperton homes nearly 36 hours after initial outage

More than 150 homes were left without electricity

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/power-restored-shepperton-homes-nearly-15256903

Panic as clothing shop staff fear they accidentally sold window dresser's coat

B@titude in Leatherhead urgently appealed to the unknown customer to return the item

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/panic-clothing-shop-staff-fear-15255097

Council leader pledges to pay for engineering survey for HGV-blighted Stanwell Moor lane

Residents say they dread driving, suffer daily with safety around getting in and out of their drives, and experience high levels of pollution

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-leader-pledges-pay-engineering-15258089

Driver of overturned car 'made off' after early morning collision on Woodbridge Road Guildford

Surrey Police is appealing for witnesses

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driver-overturned-car-made-off-15256840

Doctor linked to deaths of ten East Surrey Hospital patients was 'aggressive', inquest hears

The deaths of ten patients may have been linked to an experimental cancer treatment carried out by urologist Paul Miller

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/doctor-linked-deaths-ten-east-15255327

Horley man wanted in connection with robbery and assault on police

Have you seen Dan Harber?

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/horley-man-wanted-connection-robbery-15256937

Death of man at Guildford York Road car park 'not believed to be suspicious', police say

A man was pronounced dead at the scene at around 4pm on Monday (October 8)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/death-man-guildford-york-road-15256570

Monday 8 October 2018

Adorable Shetland pony from Cobham named Face of Amazon Pets

17-year-old Crème Brulee trotted off with the top prize and is now the 2018 Face of Amazon Pets

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/adorable-cobham-pony-crowned-champion-15249326

Parents fearful children's lives at risk at 'dangerous' Camberley school road crossing

Parents are calling on Surrey County Council to install a pelican or zebra crossing on the Upper Chobham Road to keep local school children safe

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parents-fearful-childrens-lives-risk-15197076

Man dies after being found with 'serious injuries' near Guildford's York Road car park

A man was found in a wooded area near the town centre car park at 3.25pm on Monday (October 8)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-dies-after-being-found-15254863

Redhill teenager charged with attempted murder after incident that left four police officers injured

The 19-year-old has been charged after an incident in north London that left four police officers injured

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/redhill-teenager-charged-attempted-murder-15253410

Man 'electrocuted' while fixing broken lift shaft in Staines dies in hospital

Surrey Police confirm the man died in hospital on Saturday (October 6)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-electrocuted-fixing-broken-lift-15254276

CCTV released after man 'struck around head with hammer' at Dorking train station

CCTV has been released in connection to the incident

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cctv-released-after-man-struck-15253957

Nominate your Royal Surrey County Hospital stars for Patients' Choice Award

The Patients' Choice Award allows patients and their families to recognise NHS staff who go the extra mile

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/nominate-your-royal-surrey-county-15242857

Two men remain in hospital one week after early hours Staines M25 minibus crash

One man remains in critical condition

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-men-remain-hospital-one-15252941

Footage shows crews battle huge car fire that closed M25 in both directions

Traffic was halted in both directions on Sunday afternoon (October 7) to allow a rapid response from Surrey Fire and Rescue

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/m25-car-fire-traffic-closed-15252130

Woman in her 80s receives 'serious leg and head injuries' after collision near Dorking

The collision took place in the car park of Denbies Vineyard

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-80s-receives-serious-leg-15252532

Redevelopment of Oxted’s gas holder and Johnsdale car park delayed as multi-millionaire bids for judicial review

John Bigwood claims the council acted with "illegality and irrationality" in selling Johnsdale car park and agreeing the gas holder development would have no affordable homes

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/redevelopment-oxteds-gasholder-johnsdale-car-15243591

The most and least dangerous areas in Mole Valley this year according to crime stats

There have been 3,593 crimes in the district in the first seven months of  2018. See how your area contributed to the number

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/most-least-dangerous-areas-mole-15224029

£3.9m multi-storey car park plans at Ellice Road in Oxted approved by Tandridge District Council

Work on the three-level building is expected to be completed within a year

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/39m-multi-storey-car-park-15243987

'Bugs runny': Rabbit reunited with owners after early hours adventure

Even Lewis Carroll would be surprised at how late this white rabbit was out

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bugs-runny-rabbit-reunited-owners-15251484

Pair arrested for drugs supply and firearms offences in Caterham released under investigation

The man and woman, both in their 30s, were arrested on Saturday (October 6)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/suspected-drugs-firearms-police-investigation-15249116

Sunday 7 October 2018

River Wey life belts reappear in Guildford - but nobody knows who bought them

Both the local council nor the National Trust have denied installing the new life belts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/river-wey-life-belts-reappear-15239394

Vandals shoot ball bearings at homes and businesses in Cranleigh, Bramley and Alfold areas

One business has had three attacks in six weeks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/vandals-shoot-ball-bearings-homes-15238571

Passenger in hospital with life threatening injuries following 'serious' two car collision in Limpsfield

The driver of the vehicle has also received serious injuries

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/passenger-hospital-life-threatening-injuries-15250519

Saturday 6 October 2018

Surrey in the First World War: The end draws near in October 1918

With the end of the war only weeks away, October 1918 brought the end of the campaigns in Italy and the Middle East

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-first-world-war-end-15175312

Second person arrested for 'drugs supply and firearms offences' after discovery at property in Caterham

A woman in her 30's has become the second person arrested for the offences on Saturday (October 6)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/caterham-arrest-drugs-firearms-offences-15247275

Fire report at Camberley House of Fraser turns out to be 'overheating lift supply panel'

Crews from Surrey and Hampshire attended the incident on Saturday (October 6)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/fire-report-camberley-house-fraser-15246174

B&Q warn customers of products that 'children or pets could become entrapped in'

Five different versions of Cata Wine Coolers have been identified as a potential risk

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/bq-warn-customers-products-children-15246534

B&Q warn customers of products that 'children or pets could become entrapped in'

Five different versions of Cata Wine Coolers have been identified as a potential risk

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bq-warn-customers-products-children-15246534

Drugs supply and 'number of suspected firearms' found in property close to Caterham train station

Caterham train station was closed this morning as a result but has since reopened.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/drugs-suspected-firearms-police-caterham-15246334

Overheating computer server producing smoke to blame for 'school fire' attended by three fire crews

The crews were called to Amesbury School in Haslemere just after 9am on Saturday (October 6)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/overheating-computer-haslemere-school-fire-15245928

Banksy shreds his own artwork just minutes after selling it for £1million at auction

"Going, going, gone"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/banksy-shreds-artwork-just-minutes-15246043

Niall Horan to play golf in Walton alongside Justin Rose and Ryder Cup stars

There are still tickets available to go and watch the stars

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/niall-horan-plays-golf-surrey-15241429

Friday 5 October 2018

Dog owners encouraged to ‘Walk This Way’ to reduce dog fouling

The programme revamps popular dog walking routes, adding more bins and clear signage

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dog-owners-encouraged-walk-way-15236414

Community rally around ice cream van father and son team after 'outrageous' Woking Park ban

"He’s a big part of some of my happiest childhood memories," one customer said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/community-rally-around-ice-cream-15244354

Toyota recalls 2.4million hybrid cars worldwide after fault found that could lead to vehicles stalling

The recall applies to some vehicles built between October 2008 and November 2014

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/toyota-recalls-24million-hybrid-cars-15242305

Landlord who climbed up ladder to film tenant naked in shower avoids jail

Mark Horsey posted up instructions on the bathroom wall at the four-bedroom home telling his all-women tenants how they should shower

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/landlord-who-climbed-up-ladder-15241515

Footage shows issue with exiting Starbucks drive-through onto A3 as Surrey Live visits 'confusing' site

Video captured by a Surrey Live reporter shows cars braking heavily as a driver pulls out of the drive-through onto the A3

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/footage-shows-issue-exiting-starbucks-15231616

Cycle safety warning over Guildford bridge plan

A cycling group argues the design of the proposed Walnut Bridge would mean a lack of separation between riders and pedestrians

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cycle-safety-warning-over-guildford-15243084

Wheels in motion for former railway line linking Guildford and Horsham to reopen

A public meeting will be held to discuss reinstating the railway between Horsham and Guildford, via Cranleigh

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wheels-motion-former-railway-line-15234585

Pharmacist hospitalised after crashing car into own store in Guildford

The pharmacist crashed through the front window of the Direct Pharmacy in Madrid Road on Friday morning (October 5)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pharmacist-hospitalised-after-crashing-car-15241303

Surrey weather: Heavy rain and winds expected this weekend in Guildford, Woking and surrounding areas

It might be time to dig out the raincoats if you're heading outside this weekend

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/heavy-rain-wind-weather-surrey-15240401

What is the Draconid meteor shower and how you can see it in Surrey

The meteor show will take place from Saturday (October 6) to Wednesday (October 10)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/what-draconid-meteor-shower-how-15236982

Pride of Britain nomination for Redhill mum behind George and the Giant Pledge

Vicki Woodall, from Redhill, called the nomination "another step in the crazy world of cancer"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pride-britain-nomination-redhill-mum-15237369

Redhill pub Garibaldi celebrates one year since rebirth - how residents saved it from closure

The Garibaldi, which temporarily closed in May 2017, was saved when members of the community stepped in to take it over

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/redhill-pub-garibaldi-celebrates-one-15239399

Thursday 4 October 2018

Byfleets councillor who died in hospital 'will be greatly missed'

“He died too young and too soon and has left a huge gap in all our lives," his wife said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/byfleets-councillor-who-died-hospital-15239462

Obscene and smutty graffiti appears on road outside Dorking school

WARNING: Some of the content in this story is of a sexual nature

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/obscene-gential-graffiti-appears-road-15237568

Employees evacuated in Egham due to 'bomb threat' made to business

The incident is not terror related, police said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/employees-evacuated-egham-due-bomb-15239948

Police presence in Walton due to ongoing 'proactive operation'

Surrey Police apologised for any disruption caused to residents

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-presence-walton-due-ongoing-15239618

'Reckless' driver ran over man's leg in 'gross error of judgement' in Guildford car park

The 54-year-old, from Shalford, admitted dangerous driving after the incident which left a man unable to walk for three weeks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reckless-driver-ran-over-mans-15238767

Guildford Lib Dems call for 'thousands of council houses' after PM axes borrowing cap

There are more than 2,600 people on the borough's housing waiting list, but the council built just 65 affordable homes between 2012 and 2017

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-lib-dems-call-thousands-15235736

Here's everything we know about the new £20 note, including whose face is on it

A famous British artist has been chosen to have their face placed on the currency

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/heres-everything-know-new-20-15235045

Council chief accused of failing to take minutes of Fairoaks meetings to circumvent FoI laws

An Ottershaw resident described Karen Whelan's admission as "outrageous" and called for her to be investigated by the council

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-chief-accused-failing-take-15233935

Suspect released under investigation as police continue to investigate shooting of teenager in Witley

A couple were arrested after a boy was found with injuries believed to be caused by a firearm in July

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/suspect-released-under-investigation-police-15235219

Driver and pregnant girlfriend unhurt in freak incident where flying shovel slices through their car on A3

Darren Wordsworth said he "would've been dead" if the shovel had gone through his windscreen

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/driver-pregnant-girlfriend-unhurt-freak-15220850

Godalming teenager caught with 'a number of' air rifles, catapults and ball bearings arrested

Surrey Police responded to reports of poaching in the Bramley area on Saturday (September 29)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/godalming-teenager-caught-a-number-15234532

Ice cream van father and son team 'heartbroken' over alleged contract loss from Woking Park

Joe Bellanca said he feels "a part of me is dead because I was there for so long"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ice-cream-van-father-son-15162640

Hundreds of Normandy residents oppose 105 homes proposed for green belt

The site in Glaziers Lane is one of five additional housing allocations proposed by the council for its Local Plan

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hundreds-normandy-residents-oppose-105-15231971

Michael Gove backing disabled access campaign for Ash Vale station

Almost 2,000 people have signed a petition calling for the station to be made wheelchair accessible

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/michael-gove-backing-disabled-access-15232041

Coalition of campaigners launch legal action against Heathrow expansion

A number of parties, including campaigners, politicians and residents, will attend the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Thursday (October 4)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/coalition-campaigners-launch-legal-action-15234121

There are 100 jobs going at Debenhams this Christmas - here's how to get one

All Debenhams wants for Christmas is more staff

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/100-jobs-going-debenhams-christmas-15233809

Wednesday 3 October 2018

Wetherspoons will be coming to Dorking after councillors vote to approve planning application

Councillors on the Development Control committee voted in favour of the plans on Wednesday evening (October 3).

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wetherspoons-coming-dorking-after-councillors-15234731

Man, 22, with peanut allergy so severe he worries about kissing people

Oliver Weatherall has been hospitalised twice in the last year due to his allergies

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-22-peanut-allergy-severe-15223044

Council claim that budgets 'not set in stone' disputed as SEND cuts High Court battle closes

Jenni Richards, QC for the families, argued that the cabinet decision in March was "flawed" because of the lack of “compliance and regard”

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-claim-budgets-not-set-15234606

Claim that Surrey County Council members not aware of impact of £21m SEND budget cuts 'absurd'

Judgement has been reserved after two days of a judicial review

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/claim-surrey-county-council-members-15234612

'Number of reports' of man taking photos of children in Guildford sparks police probe

Surrey Police is investigating whether three separate cases in Guildford are the same man

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-man-taking-pictures-children-15234198

Witley Parish loses bid to overturn £500k damages bill after tree falls and nearly kills bus driver

A 58-year-old bus driver was seriously injured and in intensive care after the 80ft lime tree fell onto the cab of his vehicle in Witley in January 2012

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/witley-parish-loses-bid-overturn-15233785

Affordable homes will be delivered despite sharp increase in house prices, Elmbridge Borough Council insists

House prices in the borough rose by 3.1% in July this year, contributing to a 3.4% rise during the last 12 months

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/affordable-homes-delivered-despite-sharp-15232331

Gin and Prosecco Festival called 'a complete rip off and disaster' after fizz runs out

The festival, organised by The Concept Factory, came to Woking Lightbox on Saturday (September 29).

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gin-prosecco-festival-called-a-15227001

'Highly dangerous': Surrey Live visits Onslow Street crossing closure following residents' concerns

Surrey Live spent time at the crossing closure by the Casino nightclub following issues raised by residents

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-onslow-street-crossing-closure-15231126

Wanted Caterham man who was offered 'birthday cake' and 'full English breakfast' by police found

No taxpayers money was wasted on the purchase of the cake

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wanted-caterham-man-who-offered-15231108

Supervet Professor Noel Fitzpatrick confirmed for Guildford Book Festival

This is how you can meet the famous vet in Guildford this autumn

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/supervet-professor-noel-fitzpatrick-confirmed-15230160

Staines man fined £1,300 over building waste fly-tip discovered in Buckinghamshire farmer's field

Edwin Smtih, of Clare Road, Staines, admitted he had failed to make sure the waste was disposed of properly

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/staines-man-fined-1300-over-15221878

Woman hit by motorbike in Ashford now in 'stable condition'

The woman had been taken to hospital with 'life threatening' injuries

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-hit-motorbike-ashford-now-15232883

Cocaine worth 'at least £80k' that was concealed in spice seized at Gatwick Airport

Border Force officials made the discovery on Monday (October 1)

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cocaine-worth-at-least-80k-15232165

Series of violent crimes rock Dorking including stabbing, robbery and fight involving weapons

From a stabbing in Goodwyn's to a brawl at Dorking Station, some of these shocking crimes are thought to be linked

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/series-violent-crimes-rock-dorking-15227611

McDonald's 24/7 plans in Ashford rejected as it would create too much disturbance

The fast-food chain wanted to open around the clock to allow it "to meet the demands of its established customer base and enhance its overall efficiency"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mcdonalds-247-plans-ashford-rejected-15230081

Spelthorne's elderly hit by spate of bogus police officer calls

The callers have been asking vulnerable residents for their bank details and to withdraw money from their accounts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/spelthornes-elderly-hit-spate-bogus-15229950

Image released after alleged hate crime on Thames Ditton bus

The alleged offence  took place on a bus in the Thames Ditton area according to Surrey Police

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/image-released-after-alleged-hate-15229943

Tuesday 2 October 2018

The fitness instructor with a big heart who adopted seven schnauzers and 11 rescue dogs

Ali Bates said she will never have the "perfect undamaged dog that so many people seem to want nowadays"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/fitness-instructor-big-heart-who-15220540

Caterham School plans to widen part of Harestone Valley Road to help cut congestion

The school has applied for planning permission to widen the unadopted section of Harestone Valley Road which serves as access to the prep and pre-prep schools

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/caterham-school-plans-widen-part-15210171

Hundreds of people in East Surrey were paying more than they needed to for water

Hundreds of people were unaware until recently that they were eligible for discounts

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hundreds-people-east-surrey-were-15210138

'Wet leaves on track' prompts South Western Railway autumn timetable move

"Our drivers need to allow extra time for more gentle braking and our trains may take longer to accelerate," the operator says

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wet-leaves-track-prompts-south-15229094

Pair spared jailed after causing death of 'inspirational' mother Radhika Gurung in Woking crash

"There is not a single day I do not think about how much pain she had to endure in her final moments," her daughter told the court

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pair-spared-jailed-after-causing-15089038

Trio of burglars jailed for combined 11 years after looting house in Woldingham

All three pleaded guilty to one charge of burglary

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/trio-burglars-jailed-combined-11-15228246

Parents in court for challenge to £21m 'cuts' in special educational needs and disabilities spending

Surrey County Council's QC told the court: “Just because something is in the budget, doesn’t mean it will happen.”

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/parents-court-challenge-21m-cuts-15228213

Plastics meant for recycling are being incinerated for energy production by Mole Valley Council

Mole Valley residents have been washing out plastic items and placing them in recycling bins when they are used for energy production rather than being recycled

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/plastics-meant-recycling-being-incinerated-15223665

Man robbed and 'threatened with retractable knife' on Leatherhead footpath

Surrey Police is appealing for witnesses

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-robbed-threatened-retractable-knife-15227736

Samsung phones snatched from Currys in daytime raid by baseball bat gang 'armed with knives'

One of the men was wearing a bucket hat with a red lining and chain with the word "savage" on it, police said

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/samsung-phones-snatched-currys-daytime-15227821

A3 at Guildford to be closed for four nights during repair work

The work will be carried out on areas of the University Interchange and Dennis Interchange

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-guildford-closed-four-nights-15227774

Woking false imprisonment case collapses after alleged victim 'fails to attend' court

Four men from the same family had denied charges of conspiring to assault and unlawfully imprison the alleged victim in March 2017

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woking-false-imprisonment-case-collapses-15214656

'Anger and devastation' as Woking shop owners slam proposals to demolish their town centre businesses

The demolition in Woking has been proposed as part of plans to widen Guildford Road and Victoria Arch

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/anger-devastation-woking-shop-owners-15207336

Wetherspoons Dorking plans recommended for approval

Councillors will decide on Wednesday (October 3) whether or not the application will be approved

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/wetherspoons-dorking-plans-recommended-approval-15225003

E-fit released in connection with Sunbury burglary after man 'pretending to be builder' accessed property

The suspect allegedly went into various rooms, looking for leaks in the house

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/e-fit-released-connection-sunbury-15226304

Cranleigh woman's leg was crushed by car left without handbrake on in car park

Passersby in Cranleigh rallied to support the 64-year-old and move the car back to its parking spot

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cranleigh-womans-leg-crushed-car-15224814

Two Reigate shop windows smashed in what trader says is becoming regular occurrence

At least two were broken in Bell Street over the weekend

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-reigate-shop-windows-smashed-15223035

Zebra crossing campaign launched for 'absolute carnage' of a road outside school

An online petition attracted more than 1,000 signatures in just one day

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/zebra-crossing-campaign-launched-absolute-15225803

Mobile phone evidence hands east Surrey burglar an extra two years behind bars

The damning information linked the criminal to a further 10 burglaries

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/mobile-phone-burglar-two-years-15221090

Monday 1 October 2018

Norbury Park and other Surrey beauty spots left 'virtually empty' due to parking charges

Surrey County Council said it needs the money to plug funding gaps, however an opposition councillor claims many people have now stopped using the car parks

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/norbury-park-surrey-beauty-spots-15209514

Poll shows more Spelthorne and Esher residents support Heathrow Airport third runway than oppose it

The poll asked residents of Spelthorne and Esher and Walton for their views on expansion

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/poll-shows-more-spelthorne-esher-15195868

M25 accident shuts lanes in both directions after four-car crash - everything we know

The entire anticlockwise carriageway and three lanes of the clockwise carriageway were initially closed.

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/live-m25-closed-traffic-accident-15224462

Overturned lorry and fuel spillage blocks M23 for two hours

The incident caused tailbacks to the M25

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/overturned-lorry-m23-two-hours-15223748

Centre at Divers Cove swimming lake in Godstone destroyed by arsonists

Burglars used an angle-grinder to carve the roof open before torching the building

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/centre-divers-cove-swimming-lake-15221284

Merstham 'monster' jailed for 11 years for repeated sexual attacks on young girl

In a heartbreaking statement, his victim told the court “nowhere ever felt safe"

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/merstham-monster-jailed-11-years-15213507

Public urged 'not to approach' man wanted in connection to serious assault in Walton

Police are urging the public not to approach Zac Alexander

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/public-urged-not-approach-man-15223250

Ex-Box Hill School teacher banned from teaching after panel proves sexual misconduct allegations against pupils

Russell Monk was proven by a professional conduct panel to have touched four pupils in the groin/genital area

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/ex-box-hill-school-teacher-15213638

Surrey countryside car parking charges set to remain as money needed for funding gaps

Pay metres are now operating at car parks for Chobham Common, Norbury Park, Ockham Common, Whitmoor Common and Rodborough Common

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-countryside-car-parking-charges-15220633

M25 reopens near Heathrow Airport after eight hours closed following minibus crash that injured nine

All lanes reopened just before 10am on Monday morning

from Surrey Live - Surrey News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/m25-reopens-near-heathrow-airport-15221080