Tory run Surrey have started to charge for some of the items we want to take to the tip. We greatly fear that the "tax" will increase fly tipping across the borough as individuals are met with huge costs for disposal of their rubbish.
A crucial bus route linking Spelthorne to St Peters Hospital (557) is on a long hit lists of cuts that bus operator Abellio is implementing at the end of the year. It will also effect several routes used by children to get to school and leaves Shepperton without any bus services at all! Other routes are being changed
While many expected the Conservatives to attack local government funding, the speed and ferocity of the cuts has left many breathless and in shock. Residents of Surrey have taken the biggest 'hit' in the country, with huge cuts to both Spelthorne and Surrey Councils.
Chilcott Report Backs Lib Dem Opposition to Iraq Invasion
Spelthorne and Runnymede Liberal Democrats willingly add their voice to the growing calls from all sides of the political spectrum for Spelthorne to be fully integrated into the Oyster card ticketing system.
Spelthorne Strategic Housing Market Assessment (SHMA) The joint SHMA for Spelthorne and Runnymede has beed published for consultation. This is a vital component of the Local plan. It seeks to define the strategic housing "need" for both Boroughs in accordance with government guidelines. It is an incredibly dangerous document that could have a massive inpact on the local area.
