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Wednesday, 17 June 2026

Today's practical local briefing for Surrey: council records, planning, travel signals, weather, events, safety and useful source checks for residents across Guildford, Woking, Weybridge, Esher, Epsom, Reigate, Leatherhead.

OpenUS fast food chain rivalling KFC to open first site in UK after 30 years in businessLouisiana-born chicken brand Raising Cane’s, loved by the likes of Snoop Dogg and Post Malone, is set to open its first UK location.OpenNew nature reserve to open in Surrey as part of 1,650 home urban village projectThe nature reserve is expected to open later this year, and some may be surprised what sits right next to itOpenWoking council set to lose control of 1,300 houses as bankruptcy sell offs continueWoking Borough Council set to sell its housing firm, offload its town centre regeneration projects - and buy its failing energy company in a debt swapOpenNominations for Reigate Banstead Volunteer Awards 2026 now openNominations for the Reigate and Banstead Volunteer Awards 2026 have opened today. We call upon residents, community groups, and voluntary organisations to nominate anyone who deserves recognition.OpenPrivate landlord fined £9000 for safety breachesA private landlord in Horley has been ordered to pay a £9000 fine after they lost an appeal against Reigate Banstead Borough Council.OpenSurrey’s Big Poetry Weekend launches in Egham this summerA major new poetry festival is coming to Surrey this summer, as the Surrey Poet Laureateship launches its first annual poetry festival. Surrey’s Big Poetry Weekend ’26 will take place … Read More The post Surrey’s Big Poetry Weekend launches in Egham this summer first appeared on Epsom & Ewell Times .OpenWoking’s Council Houses To Be Part of Asset SaleBy Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter The ghosts of Woking’s disastrous investment strategy, that bankrupted the borough council and cost jobs, services and tax rises, are beginning to be laid to rest after three of its failing companies were set to be sold – but at cost. The council will lose control of more than […] The post Woking’s Council Houses To Be Part of Asset Sale appeared first on Guildford Dragon .OpenStarmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UKSir Keir Starmer announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health.OpenElectors encouraged to ‘Get ready to vote on 7 May’ in elections for new Surrey CouncilsOn Thursday 7 May 2026, electors in Surrey will get the opportunity to vote for who they want to represent them on their new East Surrey Council or West Surrey Council, depending on where they live.OpenBoost for Surrey’s high streets as free support programme gets underwayDedicated support for high street businesses across Surrey to attract new customers, boost sales and create growth is now available as part of wider efforts to strengthen and futureproof centres of the community. The Surrey High Street Growth and Innovation Programme is open to a wide range of businesses – from independent retailers to start-ups, … Continue reading →OpenSurrey’s third School Street on the way to boost safetyDanetree Primary School in Ewell is set to benefit from a School Street from May 2026, to reduce air pollution and improve road safety during the busiest times of the day. Danetree Road, Danetree Close, Oakhurst Road and a portion of Chessington Road will be open to pedestrians, cyclists and wheelers only during 8:00am to … Continue reading →OpenView all our services Redirect panel to more council servicesOnline services for Guildford's residents, businesses and visitors.Open“Are Epsom and Ewell Borough Councillors adults?” Bourne Hall row continuesEpsom and Ewell councillors have backed a proposal to invest £250,000 over two years in Bourne Hall Museum, but only after another bruising debate over transparency, councillors’ access to information … Read More The post “Are Epsom and Ewell Borough Councillors adults?” Bourne Hall row continues first appeared on Epsom & Ewell Times .OpenA brand-new pregnancy scanning clinic has opened in Epsom & EwellWith pregnancy being one of the most special times in an expectant parent’s life, many choose to make the journey even more memorable by having additional scans outside the NHS … Read More The post A brand-new pregnancy scanning clinic has opened in Epsom & Ewell first appeared on Epsom & Ewell Times .OpenGBC Wins Bronze At Local Government Awards CeremonyGuildford Borough Council has been awarded Bronze in the ‘Most Improved Council’ category at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards 2026. The LGC Awards recognise good practice across local government and highlight the work of councils, councillors and officers in delivering services and improving outcomes for their communities. A council statement said afterwards: “The award […] The post GBC Wins Bronze At Local Government Awards Ceremony appeared first on Guildford Dragon .