But the rise means that council tax for Epsom and Ewell remains below the average for Surrey as a whole.

Meanwhile, Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner, Lisa Townsend, has set an increase of 5.07% for her portion of the council tax.

The MP for Kingston thinks any levy collected in that way should go directly back to people struggling with the cost of living crisis. 

Sir Ed was the Secretary for Energy and Climate Change in 2012 during the Conservative Lib Dem coalition.

He says we can grow our green power regardless of whether or not the oil and gas companies want to be a part of it.

33-year-old Shafi Saleem from East London was detained after arriving into the UK on a flight from Pakistan.

He’s accused of disseminating a terrorist publication, not divulging specific information to the government, and a public order offence.

He’s appearing in court today.

They had 21 shots - and eight on target - in Germany but once again struggled to put their chances away.

Potter's confident they can turn things around in time for the return game at Stamford Bridge next month.

The Mayor of London says motorists should ask “how many more Londoners can afford to have their lungs irreparably damaged?”. 

Tory London Assembly Member for South-West London, Nick Rogers, says it’s not “some shadowy group of motorists”, but families and small business owners. 

From August, people in the most polluting cars will have to pay £12.50 per day to drive in the capital.

We would like to thank Surrey Police for their sensitive and thorough handling of the on-going investigation into this horrendous tragedy and to the Epsom College Community, Croydon High and Danes Hill schools for their invaluable support. Thank you also to the media who have, largely, respected our privacy at this difficult time: we ask that they continue to do so. 

To see the esteem in which Emma is held by all who knew her is an enormous comfort. She was everything one could hope for in a daughter, sister, mother, wife, friend, teacher and so much more. We are an extremely close family and family was at the centre of Emma and Lettie’s universe. The Epsom College Community had become part of that universe for them both. 

Seven year old Lettie was Emma’s pride and joy: an adorable, vibrant little girl with a compelling curiosity, a heart-melting smile and an intellect beyond her years. The two of them were inseparable and we take comfort in that they will remain so.

Emma had a warm, welcoming smile and sparkling, blue eyes, full of optimism. Over the last eleven days we’ve noticed the sky has been bright blue, with at times a warm glow of pink…"

Members of the Wimbledon-based Communication Workers Union were due to hold a 24-hour walkout today but it was blocked by a legal challenge.

The results of a new ballot for action are due to be announced later.

Simon Brake set up Mighty Convoy Limited after taking part in two trips supplying vital aid to the front line. 

He has joined forces with UK charity EmbraceMe to work out a way of getting more ambulances to the war ravaged country. 

Simon says he’s doing the majority of the ground work here. 

30-year-old Magomed-Husein Dovtaev from Austria has been charged with collecting information which would be useful to a terrorist. 

Police Commander Richard Smith says enhanced security measures were brought in at the business park last year. 

The suspect will appear in court next month.

Sadiq Khan has partnered with Debt Free Advice to take the vehicle on a three-month tour of the capital. 

Experts will be on board to offer a range of free in-person advice on debt, money worries and benefit entitlements.   

The bus will be at the Hook Centre from 10 o’clock.

 Lib Dem Sarah Olney says it will be very difficult for physical donations like blankets and clothes to get there. 

It’s a sentiment shared with Teddington based charity Tearfund which is helping with the recovery effort. 

Martin Leach is its Regional Director for Eurasia and North Africa and is based in Jordan.

It’s to celebrate the borough’s former candlemakers and lamplighters.

The Royal Mail depot off Villiers Road was the site of the borough’s largest candle factory from the late 18th century.

It remained that way through to the early 20th century.

Walkers will follow the course of the River Hogsmill downstream from the factory site to the company’s old candle shop in Ancient Marketplace.

The free public event on Sunday the 12th of March will start at 5pm at the depot. 

The joints administrators - Interpath Advisory - are to start identifying assets which can be sold off.

277 employees were made redundant when the firm collapsed last month, another 25 are being sacked today.

Flybe operated from many of the UK’s major airports including Heathrow and Gatwick 

It highlights concerns including the impact on wildlife, building work, and has doubts about Thames Water’s integrity.

The company intends to take around 150m litres from the Thames per day, and replace it with treated sewage from the Mogden works.

The water company says it’s needed to prevent droughts and deal with a rising population. 

The 76 year old Conservative has been in parliament since 1992 and the area’s MP since 1997. 

He’s told constituents via email that he will not stand in the newly established constituency of Dorking and Horley.

The next general election is due to take place by January 2025 and changes to constituency boundaries will come in before then.

The 85 year old had been walking her dog when she was struck on the Lady Howard footpath last April. 

She had started to cross the tracks after a train had passed but was hit by a second out of service train travelling in the opposite direction.

The driver of the second train sounded its horn upon seeing her. 

But the victim was unable to get clear of the path of the train which the Rail Accident Investigation Branch report says was hidden by the first train.

The RAIB has made two recommendations to Network Rail based on its findings. 

The first is intended to address the risk to pedestrians at these crossings arising from a second approaching train being hidden from view by another train. 

The second recommendation concerns the implementation of appropriate interim risk mitigations at level crossings that are awaiting long-term solutions.

Network Rail said it intends to install warning lights and has already put up more signage.

The Stamford Bridge club spent over 300-million pounds in the January transfer widow to bring in 8 new  players.

They face Borussia Dortmund away in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie tonight.

Potter says his side are still getting to know each other.

A worried member of the public called the charity for help after he noticed the animal had its neck caught in the rubbish.   

The RSPCA is urging the public to be responsible and dispose of their waste properly.

The charity says it receives 10 calls a day on average regarding animals affected by litter. 

20-year-old Ricky Reel’s body was found in the Thames a week later.

Commissioner Mark Rowley had a private meeting with Ricky’s family on the 11th of January.

It’s hoped that “fresh eyes” and modern technology can hopefully provide some answers to Ricky’s family. 

It’s after a “successful” trial last year saw the use of chemicals reduced from two or three times annually.

Kingston council says as a whole, it has achieved a 76% reduction in herbicide use since 2019.

The authority has already shifted to manual weed management in the borough’s parks and green spaces.

Police are recommending cyclists use two D- locks rather than one when securing their bikes. 

Dedicated officers are conducting regular uniform and plain clothes patrols. 

They also say they are planning security marking events in the near future.

He plays for a Turkish side, and although he hasn’t been seen, his shoes have been recovered. 

His agent says the effort is “moving incredibly slow” but they’re “extremely grateful” to all the rescue teams. 

The President of Turkey's described the devastating earthquakes as the "disaster of the century".

Five greenbelt sites have been put forward for housing developments.

The proposal is to build 2,175 houses which is over 41% of the total of 5,400 proposed up to 2040. 

5,000 people have so far signed a petition against the plans laid out in the Draft Local Plan. 

The Council has already said it is extending the deadline of the public consultation on the plan until the 19th of March. 

The authority says the decision was made after a small number of inconsistencies were discovered between two versions of it. 

The protest is being planned for Saturday the 25th at 11am outside Metrobank in Epsom High Street. 

The leaders of Wandsworth and Merton councils have come together to oppose the move during a cost of living crisis.

The conservators of the green spaces charge an amount to tens of thousands of nearby residents to maintain the area. 

Last year, somebody in a band H household paid around £64, which would go up to around £72.

A 14 year old boy was in a collision with a car in Traps Lane last Wednesday evening.

 He received multiple fractures and his family is appealing for witnesses to come forward. 

The Met Police says the driver remained on the scene after the accident, called officers and has not been arrested. 

The Bristol prop injured his face in Sunday's win against Italy at Twickenham and hasn't been included in this week's training squad.

But he will be at the camp in London to continue rehab work alongside Courtney Lawes.

The authority ruled out the measure due to its £30,000 startup costs, saying that front-line services need to be prioritised.

It was put forward to allow residents to more easily engage with democracy, and to help people with accessibility needs.

One councillor says it’s a “missed opportunity” to support residents “in the borough where the Magna Carta was signed”.

The Monarch visited a community in the borough which has been affected by the earthquakes in Turkey. 

He spoke to volunteers about their efforts to send food, blankets, and warm clothing to people whose lives have been affected by the tragedy.

The death toll has risen to over 37,000.

Video official Lee Mason failed to spot an offside in the build up to Ivan Toney's equaliser.

Chief refereeing officer Howard Webb's apologised for the mistake with Mason dropped from his appointments this weekend.

Arteta says that doesn't make up for their lost points.

The area has been derelict since 2006 and recently been knocked down.

The replacement building will be 7 storeys high and feature a mix of homes and retail.

Residents are keen to have the site renamed with Elizabeth Court one that has been suggested, after her later Majesty, The Queen.

The council says the move is to allow for inflation and the money will help fund highways improvements.

Parking payment systems are also going fully mobile meaning ticket machines will be removed and won’t be replaced.

However, the move has led some drivers to claim they are being penalised for not owning or being able to operate smartphones.

They have met up today with a group from England  U20s at The Lensbury for the training sessions.

The squad’s preparing for their upcoming Guinness Six Nations fixtures, following last week’s 31-14 win over Italy at Twickenham.

Bath prop Will Stuart returns to the squad following injury.

The funding is coming from the UK Space Agency and will be used across Surrey and Hampshire. 

The county is already a leading centre for space-related business with an income of over £3billion from related industries.   

The money will also help provide technical facilities for projects developing and trialling space related technology.

The police watchdog says it's about how reports of indecent exposure by Couzens were handled.

Yesterday, he pleaded guilty to three counts of that.

Our crime correspondent, Martin Brunt, says they'll be questioned thoroughly.

A small part of a two-roomed flat in a five-storey residential building in Lansdowne Road was damaged by the blaze last night.

The fire is believed to have been accidental and caused by a candle.

It comes as the latest figures from Skills For Care reveal the borough has a vacancy rate of around 19% in the sector. 

This is one of the highest rates in England. 

The Lib Dem say under their plans, social care workers would be paid at least £2 an hour more than the current minimum wage.

The group used a stolen BMW on false plates to drive up to their victims, mug them, then escape.

During a robbery in Balham on the ninth of January, police pursued them, they crashed, and left their phones inside when they fled.

They were then used to trace them.

They’ll be sentenced at a later date.

The Guardian reports that Mr Hands made the referral in early April 2020, after being referred by a Tory activist.

 A freedom of information request says £9m worth wasn’t used. 

A spokesperson for the new Party Chairman says he “forwarded a message” and had no further role or involvement. 

Meanwhile, Luxe Lifestyle says no minister was ever directly contacted and they negotiated via a competitive process.

The funding for the 22 winning projects will help businesses clean up their industrial processes.

Kingston MP Sir Ed Davey is a former energy secretary, and says that fossil fuel companies didn’t have any part in his renewable power successes.

The former officer admitted three counts of indecent exposure just weeks before he murdered Sarah Everard from Clapham. 

Bas Javid, from the force, says the process of “flushing out the corrupt and criminal from the Met will be slow and painful”. 

Detective Inspector Katherine Goodwin says the victims showed “strength and dignity” in reporting him.

Research from the County Councils Network shows three in four local authorities are increasing it by the maximum amount.

It means the average Band D household will see their bills rise by £99 a year.

However in Croydon, it’s going up by 15%, following special permission from the government to do so.

The government says authorities should consider money pressure on households but council leaders claim they have "little choice" if they're to protect services.

Richmond Council leader Gareth Roberts says on Twitter that it’s a consequence of not funding local government properly.

Wandsworth is famed for its low council tax, but is reportedly facing a £4m budget gap even if it were to set the maximum increase.

They’ll take place at the railway bridge at the Heath Road junction with The Green. 

The overnight improvement works will take place from next Monday and last until April the 14^th. 

Network Rail says it will be using specialist equipment designed to minimise noise, but some equipment will cause some disturbance. 

Concerned residents can call their 24-hour helpline on 03457 11 41 41 and choose option 4.

The site treats all food and black bag waste, generating enough electricity to power over 4,000 homes a year.

Over 4,000 tonnes of soil improver for agriculture are also being provided to farmers annually 

This has helped raise over £57,000 for charity since 2018. 

Future plans include a ‘re-use and recycling hub’ where residents take unwanted items such as electrical goods, bicycles, and furniture.

Firefighters were called to Roehampton Lane just before 4am where they used a fire escape hoods to lead them all to safety. 

One woman was taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

They drew 1-1 with Arsenal on Saturday, with Toney scoring in the 74th minute.

The player was subject to similar abuse in October, and a court case has followed.

The club says they will “do everything” they can to “pursue the individuals involved”.

Magomed-Husejn Dovtaev was detained at the Business Park there on Saturday.

He's accused of collecting information "likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism".

The 30-year-old will remain in custody and is due back at Westminster Magistrates' Court tomorrow.

On Friday the 3rd of February, officers were called to Bridge street at around 1:05pm where the victims purse was stolen.

Officers are keen to locate her as they believe she may be able to help with the investigation. 

Anyone with any information on her whereabouts is urged to contact police on 101.

28-year-old Mohamed Muhyidin was shot and killed in the early hours of October the 31^st 2021 in a flat near Heathrow. 

He’d been sat in the front passenger seat of a car parked outside a flat in Harlington High Street. 

His body was driven away and later discovered by a taxi driver by the side of the road. 

One of the flats was used as a base for a number of people to take and deal drugs. 

Chiragh Chiragh and Mohammed Shakeel, were at the flat along with Mohamed and a 17-year-old male. 

At around 4.45am, Chiragh left the flat and, in possession of a sub-machine gun, joined Mohamed in a vehicle. 

As Chiragh exited the vehicle, the firearm discharged, shooting Mohamed who was sitting directly in front of him. 

The silencer fell to the floor and the sub-machine gun was fired on further occasions whilst in Chiragh’s possession. 

A short time later, Chiragh drove the car to Sipson Lane and Mohamed’s body was dumped by the roadside. 

39 year old Chiragh Chiragh was found guilty of manslaughter and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. 

He had previously pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a prohibited weapon and perverting the course of justice.

But we’re told the £250m penalty is still one of a 'range of options' on the table.

The Times claims environment secretary Therese Coffey has refused to back tougher penalties, with allies telling the paper she wants to make sure 'fines are proportionate and easy to enforce'.

The head of Thames Water told the House of Lords in October that reducing sewage pollution by 80% would cost around £2bn.

31-year-old Jack Mayle worked with a drug dealer on the dark web to buy and sell narcotics.

He’s heavily tattooed, with designs including a diamond under his left eye and the words “trap star” on both hands.

He’s known to carry weapons and is a regular gym goer.

Just under 5.5m passengers passed through in January - levels not seen since the start of 2020.

The travel and aviation industry were hit hard by the restrictions imposed during the pandemic.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier hospitals have started an opt-out scheme, to help people get a diagnosis as early as possible. 

There have been seven cases of the disease found at Epsom and St Helier hospitals.

Dr Olubanke Davies says early treatment can reduce the risk of severe illness, and staff are on hand to give information to people who test positive.

It was his first victory since taking the job.

Ollie Lawrence impressed on his return to the side, while Jack Willis and Dan Cole were also involved after time away from the set-up.

Borthwick praised incoming players for taking their chance.

It focuses on previous winners of the Mies van Der Rohe Award for Contemporary Architecture. 

The landmark Town House building, at Kingston’s Penrhyn Road campus, is the current holder of the prestigious award. 

The University’s Vice-Chancellor is Professor Steven Spier. 

Around 3,000 people participated in street cleans over the 12 months. 

The council carries out regular litter audits to deal with known hotspots and has put in extra bins and larger-capacity bins if needed. 

The authority announced earlier this week it was increasing council tax by 15% after being given special permission by the government. 

The event, run by community organisations, will cover key issues and provide an opportunity to hear the latest insights from the professionals across the voluntary sector, Met police, and research sectors working to tackle stalking and harassment. 

It will take place on Wednesday 8th March from 10am-1pm, and you can find more details on the Richmond Council website.

#IdleFreeElmbridge aims to raise awareness surrounding idling and the potential risks it poses to Elmbridge’s air quality. 

Car idling produces up to 150 balloons of exhaust emissions per minute, and too much idling can damage your vehicle can waste fuel.

Residents should turn their car engines off when waiting at level crossings, outside schools or businesses.

The money will be used to provide a range of schemes including free hot meals, breakfast clubs and discounts to school uniforms. 

The £250,000 will benefit around 600 children who aren’t eligible for free school meals.  

The forward scored their equaliser in a 1-1 draw.

The club say they'll pursue those involved and they're 'disgusted and saddened' by what's happened.

Eligible residents are being urged to top-up.

You can visit their website for your nearest walk-in clinic.

Security guards, engineers and firefighters will begin balloting for industrial action next Friday.

It's after they rejected a 10 percent pay increase, which the Unite union says is a pay cut, because of the rate of inflation.

Emergency services were called to a garage on Argosy Lane just before midnight where the body of a woman in her 50s was found.

The woman has yet to be formally identified but her next of kin have been informed.

An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the death which at this stage is being treated as unexplained.

A cordon is in place along Argosy Lane and officers from Surrey Police and Surrey Fire and Rescue Service will remain at the scene today as they continue investigations.

If you have any information call police on 101.

A man is in a critical but stable condition following the incident in

Newhouse Close near Manor Park in the early hours.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.

Officers have urged a further teenage suspect to turn herself in.

The attack, which took place outside Thomas Knyvett college in Ashford, has sparked protests and calls for the college’s head to resign.

MPs have demanded an inquiry.