754 more households in Esher and Walton claim Universal Credit since the general election - Cllr John Cope calls for Labour to change direction Wednesday, 20 August, 2025 When Labour came to power, inflation was falling, employment was high, and growth was increasing. This inheritance has been squandered with our Liberal Democrat MP proving unable to do anything about it. Since entering office, Labour’s attacks (especially the rise in Employer National Insurance) on business has seen the tax burden reach record levels and strangling new regulations brought in... ArticlesLocal NewsOpinions
Conservative's positive plan for Elmbridge 15th April 2018 Conservatives candidates are taking our positive vision for Elmbridge to the doors of voters in the run up to the borough council elections on Thursday 3 May... Local News
Surrey's funding challenges 30th March 2018 Peter Szanto, who represents East Molesey and Esher on Surrey County Council, updates readers on potholes and the financial challenges facing Surrey. Residents... Local NewsOpinions
‘Burglary gangs targeting Elmbridge’ 21st March 2018 Following concerns raised by residents about a recent increase in burglaries, Local Conservatives have met with Greg Turner, Elmbridge’s Police Inspector. He... Local News
Molesey Conservatives call for aircraft noise respite 21st March 2018 Molesey Conservatives were pleased that Heathrow Airport took up its suggestion to hold one of its consultation events locally. Held at Imber Court in early... Local News
Walton councillors welcome proposed new secondary school 27th February 2018 A new secondary school is proposed for Walton and Molesey children. The ElmWey Learning Trust, which runs Heathside School in Weybridge, has made a successful... Local News
Candidates raise local crime issues with Home Secretary 21st January 2018 The Home Secretary has visited Esher to meet with local police, Dominic Raab MP and local Conservative candidates. The Rt Hon Amber Rudd MP called at the Civic... Local News
Claudia will be a force for Long Ditton 20th January 2018 Long Ditton has a new community champion following the selection of Claudia Riley-Hards as Conservative candidate for the area. The local mum advises councils... Local News
Conservatives freeze councillor allowances at County Hall 13th December 2017 Conservative Surrey county councillors have rejected an independent panel's recommendation that cabinet allowances should increase by 8%. Instead they voted for... Local News
Ruth will do Hersham proud 13th December 2017 Hersham Conservatives have selected Ruth Mitchell as their candidate for the Hersham Village Ward at the Elmbridge Borough Council elections in May 2018. Many... Local News
Update from the Prime Minister on our fight against the coronavirus 28th May 2020 The Prime Minister's speech on 28th May 2020, about the country's fight against coronavirus. National News
Test and Trace for Coronavirus launches today across England 28th May 2020 From 9am today, the new NHS Test and Trace service has launched across England - helping us to keep the virus under control while carefully and safely lifting... National News
Non-essential shops will reopen from 15th June 27th May 2020 To further ease the lockdown, all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen from 15th of June in England. National News
The Conservatives will not tolerate prejudice or discrimination 13th May 2020 We have commissioned an independent investigation any concerns about prejudice and discrimination head-on. Because no matter your background, you should be able... National News
We're Extending the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme 12th May 2020 The Government is providing extra support for businesses who need it by extending the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. Here's how. National News
Stay alert, control the virus, save lives: the Prime Minister's update 10th May 2020 The Prime Minister's address to the nation tells the nation: stay alert, control the virus, save lives. National News
