03 September 2024

• Assaults on prison staff at Downview up by 54%
  A report by inspectors highlighted rising assaults and prisoners with mental health needs.
• Survey finds 'significant support' for flood plan
  The River Thames Scheme also aims to increase resilience to climate change and enhance biodiversity.
• RHS Wisley warns show visitors about M25 roadworks
  The RHS says plans are in place to minimise the impact of a major road project.
• Children found dead not known to social services
  The BBC understands that three children found dead in Staines were not known to social services.
• Mum calls for more research after daughter's death
  Sarah Levett's daughter, Jody, died aged 16 in October 2022.
• Residents urged to cut food waste in new campaign
  The campaign aims to provide Surrey residents with tips on cutting waste and saving money.
• Walking festival reveals Surrey's special places
  Guildford Walkfest will host at least one walk a day throughout September.
• Families fear winter after estate cladding removal
  The council says a meeting will be held soon and the "safety of all our tenants" is its priority.
• Surrey councils create new shared planning role
  The two authorities are combining planning departments under a single head officer.
• Thunderstorm warning extended for many across UK
  There is a risk of flooding in some areas, with Met Office saying hail and lightning are also likely.
• Surrey toucan lends squawks to video game
  The game's makers say no sound effects libraries included toucan calls.
• Three young children and man found dead in house
  Flowers have been left in the street where the bodies of three children and man were found.