Unitarisation – what does this mean for Surrey? Tuesday, 7 January, 2025 What is it? England is one of the most centralised countries in the developed world, with many big decisions taken by the UK Parliament, rather than local leaders. Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and London have had devolved authorities for some time, more recently followed by Manchester, West Midlands, and others. The new Labour Government want to simplify the Local Government system into... ArticlesLocal News
Conservatives regain control of Elmbridge Council 20th May 2018 The Conservatives have taken back control of Elmbridge Borough Council at the first Full Council meeting of the municipal year. We won 10 of the 16 seats... Local News
Conservatives poised to retake council after election success 14th May 2018 Conservatives are poised to retake control of Elmbridge Borough Council after excellent gains in the local elections on Thursday 3 May. Our candidates won 10 of... Local News
Vote Conservative and protect the Green Belt 27th April 2018 The Liberal Democrats maliciously complained about our manifesto which correctly stated that "We opposed the RA/Lib Dem coalition administration’s proposal to... Local News
Weybridge has great prospects! 27th April 2018 Andy Muddyman and Charu Sood offer a bright future for Weybridge at the Elmbridge Borough Council elections on Thursday 3 May. Andy is the sitting councillor... Local News
Conservative's positive plan for Elmbridge 15th April 2018 Conservatives candidates are taking our positive vision for Elmbridge to the doors of voters in the run up to the borough council elections on Thursday 3 May... Local News
Surrey's funding challenges 30th March 2018 Peter Szanto, who represents East Molesey and Esher on Surrey County Council, updates readers on potholes and the financial challenges facing Surrey. Residents... Local NewsOpinions
‘Burglary gangs targeting Elmbridge’ 21st March 2018 Following concerns raised by residents about a recent increase in burglaries, Local Conservatives have met with Greg Turner, Elmbridge’s Police Inspector. He... Local News
Molesey Conservatives call for aircraft noise respite 21st March 2018 Molesey Conservatives were pleased that Heathrow Airport took up its suggestion to hold one of its consultation events locally. Held at Imber Court in early... Local News
Walton councillors welcome proposed new secondary school 27th February 2018 A new secondary school is proposed for Walton and Molesey children. The ElmWey Learning Trust, which runs Heathside School in Weybridge, has made a successful... Local News
Boris Johnson's new deal explained 23rd November 2019 Boris Johnson has negotiated a great new deal with the EU. National News
Britain will lead the fight against incurable diseases 23rd November 2019 The Conservatives will launch an onslaught against hard-to-cure diseases if re-elected, the party has announced today. National News
Conservatives to guarantee minimum service during rail strikes to end misery for passengers 23rd November 2019 A Conservative majority government will stop railways grinding to a halt by ensuring that a minimum train service must operate during strikes. National News
Stamp Duty Land Tax surcharge for non-UK residents to make housing fairer 22nd November 2019 A Conservative majority government will introduce a higher rate of stamp duty for those buying property who are not UK tax residents. National News
More homes, more homeowners, and a better deal for renters under the Conservatives 21st November 2019 The Conservatives are today setting out how a Conservative majority government would deliver more houses, help more people buy their own home and deliver a... National News
Boris Johnson: I will cut taxes for working people 20th November 2019 A Conservative majority Government will cut taxes for millions of working people on low and middle incomes, the Prime Minister has announced. National News