31 October 2024

• NHS funding welcome but small businesses concerned
  There has been a mixed reaction across the South East to Rachel Reeves' first budget as chancellor.
• Fire breaks out at block of flats in Guildford
  The location of the fire is on Onslow Street, close to Guildford Crown Court.
• Active travel scheme scrapped over safety concerns
  A cycling and shared pedestrian route on London Road in Burpham had been recommended for approval.
• Police launch autumn burglary awareness campaign
  Surrey Police’s #DontFallVictim campaign is aiming to highlight the seasonal spike in burglary.
• Drug overdose training given to stop deaths
  According to government figures, 82 people died from drugs misuse in Surrey between 2020 and 2022.
• Budget 2024: Five things Surrey should watch out for
  From hospital building to stamp duty, we look at what might be impacted by Rachel Reeves' Budget.
• Large stash of gold stolen from Surrey family home
  Police have appealed for witnesses after a large quantity of jewellery was stolen from a property.
• Professional dog walking licenses scheme for park
  The licenses will cost £200 a year and limit professional dog walkers to six animals at a time.
• Anglers grab street fishing victory
  Ben Sharp and his fishing partner Nick Wilson win more points than any other duo in the competition.
• Oil drilling stops after planning permission axed
  Campaigners who had waged a long-running legal battle against drilling say they feel "thrilled".
• Charity run for hospital which treats man's cancer
  Kevin Webber aims to run 80 miles in 24 hours raising money for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
• Paedophile back in prison for trying to abuse child
  Max Coughlin, 29, has been jailed for six years after breaching his sexual harm prevention order.