EV Charging in Elmbridge Gets a Boost With The Installation of 25 New Charge Points New Project Enhances Transportation Options for Elmbridge’s Elderly and Vulnerable While Increasing EV Charger Availability for Council Workers and Residents
5th September 2023
Elmbridge residents and those who work in the borough, are to benefit from the installation of 25 new electric vehicle (EV) charge points in the area. Elmbridge Borough Council, in line with its 2030 Vision for a thriving and sustainable Elmbridge,
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Celebrating 15 years of Beaming
11th July 2019
June 2004: Britney Spears was at the top of the charts – based only on sales of physical singles, Facebook was celebrating its 4 month anniversary, Gmail was in beta mode and available by invitation only with 1GB of
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Over Three Quarters of Businesses Have No Initiatives in Place to Get ‘Over-50s’ Back Into Work, New Research Shows
12th June 2023
Research from RSM UK’s latest ‘The Real Economy Report’ shows that well over three quarters (82%) of businesses have no initiatives in place to encourage older or retired workers back into the workplace. This comes despite the government’s recent
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Beard reports strong 2019 performance
26th March 2020
Family-owned construction firm Beard has reported a strong financial performance in 2019, continuing the sustainable growth the firm has delivered in recent years. Pre-tax profits rose to £5 million, an increase of 8% on 2018, while turnover increased by 6%
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London Gatwick seeks good causes from Surrey
19th March 2024
Deserving local causes in Reigate and Banstead, Tandridge and Mole Valley can now apply for the second round of funding in the London Gatwick Foundation Fund. The fund has £33,000 available across the area of benefit in Surrey and it
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Spelthorne Scheme to Improve Surgery Recovery for Residents
26th July 2023
The saying ‘by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail’ has taken a new meaning in Spelthorne with the launch of an innovative scheme called Prepare to Recover. For people waiting to have surgery, it’s important to use
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Guildford’s innovators celebrated at awards night
9th December 2019
Guildford’s dynamic innovators were recognised at the Innovation Awards ceremony at the Harbour Hotel last night. The annual awards celebrate inspirational innovation across a broad spectrum of sectors in the borough – building upon the theme of supporting Science, Technology, Engineering
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Celebrate Guildford’s Heritage Open Weekend
16th August 2022
Celebrate Guildford’s Heritage Open Weekend from Friday 9 – Sunday 11 September, kindly sponsored by Charles Stanley Wealth Managers. Explore hidden treasures on your doorstep. Heritage Open Days is England’s largest celebration of history and culture. Guildford offers one of
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Price freeze in most town centre car parks approved
23rd January 2020
A price freeze in most town centre car parks, more electric vehicle charging points and a new ‘early bird’ rate at Farnham Road car park to help commuters were all agreed at a meeting of the Council’s Executive last night
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Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Announces Spring 2023 Season
14th December 2022
The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is excited to announce its vibrant Spring 2023 season. With acclaimed theatre, brilliant comedies and plenty of magical events for children and families gracing their stage, the theatre has plenty of events perfect for filling
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Happy Child International’s House of Commons Fundraiser
16th October 2017
Surrey-based charity Happy Child International are hosting a fundraising dinner at the House of Commons on Thursday November 30th 2017 to help Brazilian street children in need. Guests can expect to enjoy drinks at the reception, alongside a gourmet 3 course dinner. The
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GBH Law Shortlisted for Employer of the Year and Team of the Year (Corporate Team) at the Surrey Law Society Legal Awards 2023
23rd June 2023
SURREY (UK) – GBH Law is pleased to announce that they have been shortlisted as finalists for two categories at the Surrey Law Society Legal Awards 2023. The firm has received recognition for the Employer of the Year and
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Local Businesses Recognised for Exemplary Sustainability, Community Connection and Collaboration at Surrey Hills Enterprises Annual Member Celebration
24th July 2023
Vineyards of the Surrey Hills and Chimney Fire Coffee have been named as 2023 recipients of the Gold Trade Mark Award by Surrey Hills Enterprises. The coveted Gold Award is bestowed upon those Surrey Hills Enterprises members that have
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£45M Brooklands College Investment Approved
1st March 2024
£45m investment into Brooklands College given the Green Light Brooklands College is celebrating Colleges Week 2024 with the outstanding news that their plans for a £45m investment in the Surrey based college have been given the green light. The College
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5D Net Zero Ltd – A Newly Launched Surrey Hills Based Carbon Management Consultancy – Can Help Your Business Become Carbon Neutral and Reach Net Zero
5th October 2022
With the UK government targets set to reach Net Zero by 2050, it has never been more important for businesses to take action to mitigate climate change. 5D Net Zero – a newly launched carbon management consultancy – helps local
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Plans Lodged For Major Woking Offices Development
16th November 2023
Acklam Group has now submitted plans for a 136,000 sq ft 11 storey Grade A office development with retail, leisure and hospitality units on the ground floor that will create over 1,000 new jobs and provide significant economic and
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Reigate Manor leaves Best Western
1st February 2019
After 37 years Reigate Manor on Reigate Hill has parted ways from marketing brand Best Western. Although always privately owned, Reigate Manor held the Best Western franchise and is part of a group of three hotels. Back in 2001 Reigate
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Candlelit Carol Service Returns to St. Mary’s and Fetcham Park with Keynote Address by the Bishop of Dorking
18th November 2022
After three years, Fetcham Park is delighted to be working together once again with neighbouring St Mary’s Church and Mole Valley Chamber of Commerce to reinstate the Candlelit Carol Service. The annual event was established in 1999 and brings
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Pension Tax Limits – Budget Changes
5th April 2023
In the recent budget (delivered on 15 March 2023), the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, announced a number of measures that are intended to increase “growth” and support efforts to (a) encourage inactive individuals to return to work, in particular those
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Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise
10th June 2025
Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite
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