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... Local NewsMediaWestminster News
Spelthorne Pledge cross-party working 17th August 2020 The Councils new administration has reviewed its Working Groups and introduced new ones, to encourage further multi-party cooperation to better serve the needs... Local News
Leader's announcements to the Council 30th July 2020 Council Leader John Boughtflower made his announcements to the Council today. Following the removal of previous Conservative Councillors, Boughtflower addressed... Local News
Spelthorne's concern at Heathrow's parking plans 25th July 2018 Under expansion plans for the third runway, Heathrow is proposing to create parking for up to 25,000 spaces in Stanwell, as well as taxi feeds and rentals... Local News
Public Meeting on Brexit 25th July 2018 Please ensure you book your ticket for this event https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brexit-discussion-by-kwasi-kwarteng-mp-t… or use the QR code... Local News
Spelthorne Borough Council welcomes Government go-ahead for Heathrow expansion 28th June 2018 Heathrow expansion has moved one step closer with the parliamentary vote on the National Policy Statement (NPS) on 25 June, giving the go-ahead for a new north... Local News
Shepperton Studios to consult on expansion plans 15th June 2018 Shepperton Studios to consult on expansion plans Shepperton Studios will be seeking pre-application discussions with Spelthorne's planning officers for... Local News
New Local Plan consultation 15th May 2018 Spelthorne Borough Council's consultation on a new Local Plan is now live Spelthorne Borough Council is consulting on a new Local Plan which will set out how... Local News
Spelthorne powers ahead with solar panels 8th May 2018 Spelthorne Borough Council has recently installed solar panels at their Community Centres in Ashford and Staines The renewable energy generated by the solar... Local News
Spelthorne responds to Heathrow consultation 30th March 2018 The Council reiterated its support, in principle, for Heathrow expansion because of the potential economic benefits and opportunities it is likely to bring to... Local News
CPC23 Address from Chris Heaton Harris 1st October 2023 Chris Heaton-Harris, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland addressed Conservative Party Conference in Manchester. Find his speech here. National News
CPC23 Welcome from Conservative Party Chairman Greg Hands 1st October 2023 Greg Hands welcomed everyone to CPC23 in Manchester National News
A new way to reach Net Zero 21st September 2023 Rishi Sunak announced a new approach to Net Zero which is pragmatic and realistic. National News
Delivering Net Zero 20th September 2023 Rishi Sunak has outlined a new way to get to Net Zero. National News
Labour’s open border policy = 100,000 more migrants 14th September 2023 Keir Starmer and Labour would let 100,000 more illegal migrants into Britain. National News
How we’re backing childcare 25th August 2023 Find out about many of the initiatives we are backing to give every child the best start in life. National News
