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
We’re signing the Armed Forces Covenant 1st October 2019 Veterans risked their lives for our country to keep us safe and protect the values we hold so dear. The Conservative Party stands behind our Armed Forces. National News
Why we’re implementing Magnitsky’s Law 1st October 2019 Once we have left the EU we will implement the ‘Magnitsky’ provisions of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. That way, those responsible for human... National News
Our gigabit rural broadband plan for the UK 1st October 2019 Investment in rural broadband is vital. Broadband is not just essential for businesses across the United Kingdom, but it also makes areas more attractive places... National News
Our spending boost to tackle adult mental illness 1st October 2019 Provision of community services for people with serious mental illness has historically not been a focus of mental health reforms. National News
How we’re planning to invest in our communities 30th September 2019 Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, has set out major new plans for investment alongside further measures to tackle the housing crisis. National News
5 key points you must know about our new housing policy 30th September 2019 Robert Jenrick, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, will announce that tenants in new housing association properties will be given... National News
