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June 24, 2026

'Significant issues' could result in a major change at Guildford train station for first time in nearly 50 years

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'Significant issues' could result in a major change at Guildford train station for first time in nearly 50 years

'Significant issues' could result in a major change at Guildford train station for first time in nearly 50 years

• Rail operators agreed to the rule when the station was first redeveloped in the 1980s, but now they want to scrap it

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Local news · 14 stories

The local news that matters this morning

Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

£125,000 for Surrey schools to tackle the impact of climate change
Epsom & Ewell Timestoday

£125,000 for Surrey schools to tackle the impact of climate change

• Surrey County Council is investing a further £125,000 to help schools across the county adapt to the growing impacts of climate change.
• Schools can apply for grants of between £5,000

Runnymede Borough Council — news RSStoday

Nominations now open for the 2026 Business Awards!

• We are thrilled to announce the return of the Runnymede Business Awards for 2026!

Runnymede Borough Council — news RSStoday

Runnymede announces 2026/27 council tax arrangements

• Council Tax bills are being issued and Direct Debit payers do not need to take any action as instalments will be updated automatically.

Popular US fast food chain set to launch in the UK with 50 restaurants planned
Surrey Comettoday

Popular US fast food chain set to launch in the UK with 50 restaurants planned

• Houston TX Hot Chicken, known for its spicy sandwiches and waiver-only heat level, is set to open 50 restaurants across the UK in the coming years.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service RSStoday

Covid-19 and Surrey Fire and Rescue Service.

• We do not recognise the claims that have been made by the Fire Brigades Union (FBU).
• To be clear, this is not an outbreak.
• One operational firefighter tested positive for Covid-19 on 25 July 2020.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to support ambulance service amid COVID-19 response
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service RSStoday

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to support ambulance service amid COVID-19 response

• Surrey firefighters are assisting their blue light partners, South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb), in the battle against COVID-19.
• Five staff members have completed training delivered by SECAmb in preparation for their new temporary roles as Ambulance Assistants.
• They have been upskilling their clinical care knowledge as well as some additional driving training so that

Surrey to handle 999 calls for East Sussex
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service RSStoday

Surrey to handle 999 calls for East Sussex

• Surrey Fire and Rescue Service will take 999 calls for East Sussex from 2021.
• The transfer of mobilising arrangements to Surrey was approved at a meeting of East Sussex’s Fire Authority today (Thursday 09 January 2020).
• This follows the successful transfer of West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service’s 999 calls to Surrey’s state of the

Parents warned about paddling pool safety issue as 40-degree weather predicted
SurreyLive — Surrey Newstoday

Parents warned about paddling pool safety issue as 40-degree weather predicted

• As the UK braces for temperatures predicted to reach 40C, experts are urging parents to follow key paddling pool safety tips to make sure that their children are protected

Petition calling for sweeping measures to protect Surrey village from HGV impact reaches 400 signatures
SurreyLive — Surrey Newstoday

Petition calling for sweeping measures to protect Surrey village from HGV impact reaches 400 signatures

• Campaigners want cameras installed to enforce overnight speed limits for HGVs

Bankrupt council to spend £131k to keep Woking Lightbox switched on
SurreyLive — Wokingtoday

Bankrupt council to spend £131k to keep Woking Lightbox switched on

• It was discovered the Woking gallery had been undercharged on its energy bills years

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council — Latest Newstoday

Nominations for Reigate Banstead Volunteer Awards 2026 now open

• Nominations for the Reigate and Banstead Volunteer Awards 2026 have opened today.
• We call upon residents, community groups, and voluntary organisations to nominate anyone who deserves recognition.

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council — Latest Newstoday

Private landlord fined £9000 for safety breaches

• A private landlord in Horley has been ordered to pay a £9000 fine after they lost an appeal against Reigate Banstead Borough Council.

Surrey Hills arts and culture RSStoday

Introducing Surrey Hills Wine Week 2026: A celebration of Vineyards of the Surrey Hills

• The Vineyards of the Surrey Hills are delighted to announce the launch of the very first Surrey Hills Wine Week,...

Much-loved pick your own farm near Surrey announces closure after 50 years
SurreyLive — What's On (events)today

Much-loved pick your own farm near Surrey announces closure after 50 years

• This will be the last summer for picking strawberries there

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Chobham Tennis Club Grand Re-opening PartySat 27 Jun · Station Road, GU248AQ Chobham, United Kingdom · AllEvents WokingChobham Tennis Club Grand Re-opening PartyEvening in Timeless JazzSun 28 Jun · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and Events · AllEvents WokingEvening in Timeless JazzThe Bodyguard Live at New Victoria Theatre WokingMon 29 Jun · Woking Theatre · AllEvents WokingThe Bodyguard Live at New Victoria Theatre WokingEveryone No Life Without DeathSun 28 Jun · The Lightbox Woking whats onEveryone No Life Without DeathDrawing for AdultsFri 26 Jun · The Lightbox Woking whats onDrawing for AdultsPrintmaking with Jo BoddySat 27 Jun · The Lightbox Woking whats onPrintmaking with Jo Boddy
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Woking Cookbook

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On This Day · Surrey

On This Day in Surrey

On 24 June 2021, RHS Hilltop opened at Wisley as the United Kingdom's first dedicated centre for gardening science.

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