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Free Playday

Wednesday 1 August at Ashford Recreation Ground, 12 noon to 4pm
Bank Holiday recycling collections

Recycling collections will continue as normal over the bank holiday period.
Shepperton Youth Village takes off

Shepperton's exciting new skatepark is all set for launch on Saturday (16 March) - the culmination of three years' hard work and dedication.
Primary School Eco Conference

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Eco Conference was back at Spelthorne Council on 26 February with charismatic environmentalist, Phil Williams, presenting his 'Action Speaks Louder' talk for primary school children.
Cllr Robbie Colison-Crawford

Cllr Robbie Colison-Crawford has tendered his resignation as ward councillor for Sunbury Common. He has cited long-term ill-health and family commitments as the reasons for his resignation. A by-election will be held in due course.
Benefits counter

Benefits counter

The Benefits counter staff are moving to the west wing of the Council offices (Community Link area) on 3 August.
Rubbish and recycling collections

Information about rubbish and recycling collections over the festive period
Surrey Switch and Save

Find out how to save yourself money by collectively switching your energy supplier.
Housing Benefit telephone lines

Unfortunately the telephone lines for Housing Benefits are unavailable today due to the relocation of the team to the West Wing. It is anticipated that the phone lines will be working tomorrow, alternatively you can e-mail your enquiry to benefits@spelthorne.gov.uk
Council services

Bins are being collected as scheduled. Footpaths, slip roads in main high streets, smaller shopping areas and schools are being cleared of snow and gritted.
Sunbury and Spelthorne Leisure Centre Customer Forum

Monday 29 April, 6.15pm at Spelthorne Leisure Centre, Knowle Green, Staines-upon-Thames TW18 1XB
Coming in from the cold

During the recent spate of freezing weather, Spelthorne Council moved three people who were sleeping rough in the Borough, into temporary bed and breakfast accommodation.
Are you registered to vote on Thursday 2 May?

The Surrey County Council Elections are being held on Thursday 2 May and, in the Sunbury East Ward, a by-election to elect a local Spelthorne Councillor is also being held on the same day.
Free lacrosse taster session

Spelthorne Council is offering a free lacrosse taster session on Saturday 9 March.
Olympic road cycling races

The Olympic cycling road races are being held in Surrey on 28 July, 29 July and 1 August.
Free beginners squash course

Spelthorne Council, in partnership with Surrey Squash and Sportivate, is providing a free six- week squash course for young people aged 14-18 in Spelthorne.
New Spelthorne Council Cabinet announced

Spelthorne Council has a new Cabinet, announced by Council Leader Cllr Robert Watts.
Spelthorne Council continues to invest in its people

Spelthorne Council has been reaccredited as an Investor in People following a three-day assessment period during which the IIP assessor met with staff at all levels and from all parts of the Council.
Internet payments

We are currently experiencing intermittent problems with approval of card transactions by the banks which means that the transaction is terminated at the final stage.
Shepperton Youth Village is officially opened

Shepperton's exciting new skatepark was officially opened on Saturday 16 March - the culmination of three years' hard work and dedication.
Independent Group launched at Spelthorne Council

Spelthorne Council has been advised by former Leader Frank Ayers, that he has formed a new group on the Borough Council.
Amazing allotments

Allotments are becoming more and more popular as increasing numbers of people discover the joys of growing their own fresh, cheap, pesticide-free produce while escaping the everyday stresses of life.
Plastic bags

Please remember to put plastic bags in your rubbish bin to avoid contaminating recycling and food waste collections.
Biking keeps a cool head
Statements of Accounts

The audit of the accounts for Spelthorne Borough Council for the year ended 31 March 2012 has been concluded and any local government elector for the area to which the accounts relate may inspect and make copies of the Statement of Accounts.
Free coaching sessions for P&G Surrey Youth Games

Thanks to sponsorship from two local organisations, Everyone Active and Fit for Sport, coaching sessions for the annual P&G Surrey Youth Games will be provided free of charge this year.
Council Tax Support

Spelthorne Council has decided to bring in a local scheme which sets out how much Council Tax support will be given to people from 1 April 2013.
Switch and save - deadline extended to 8 April

Fed up of paying too much for your energy bill? Do you keep hearing about how you should switch energy supplier to save money?
Work begins on Shepperton Park

Construction work at Shepperton Skate Park began last week and once completed will see a brand new concrete skate park for skateboarders and scooter riders.
Council Tax bills

The Council Tax bills are due to be issued on 12 March 2013.
New CCTV camera sites for Stanwell

Spelthorne Council has announced the location of the four new CCTV cameras in Stanwell.
Council helps nursery at risk of homelessness

A Shepperton nursery faced with losing its home has taken up a last-minute lifeline courtesy of Spelthorne Council.
Meet Surrey's Police and Crime Commissioner

Surrey's new Police and Crime Commissioner will be visiting Staines-upon-Thames in the new year to meet residents and hear what they have to say about policing.
Funding to extend recycling in Spelthorne

We have successfully bid for funding from the Department for Communities and Local Government to support a new recycling collection service for a number of properties that have not yet been able to recycle.
Surrey and SITA concede over Eco Park incinerators

Following Spelthorne Council's application for Judicial Review, Surrey County Council and SITA Surrey Ltd have confirmed to the High Court that they will not build the disputed incinerators at the Eco Park.
Winter advice

Now is a good time to think about what winter weather preparations you, your family and community may need to make.
Spelthorne Council successfully bids for cash to help residents recycle more

Spelthorne Council has successfully bid for 493K from Government to provide a recycling service for those properties unable to take part in the current Council scheme.
Clubs given a winning chance

Fifty people from local sports clubs in Spelthorne, Runnymede and Elmbridge learnt how to attract new members at an event held by Active Surrey.
Back to Work delivers in no time

A networking group for unemployed people - plus a new job for one of them - have sprung from an event organised by Spelthorne Council.
Jack Pinkerton

Jack Pinkerton

Spelthorne Council regrets to announce the death of former Stanwell North Councillor Jack Pinkerton.
Stanwell public meeting - share your views

Everyone is welcome to the event on Monday 7 January, in Stanwell Congregational Church Hall, Viscount Road, from 6.30-9pm.
Help for Sweeps Ditch

Surrey County Councillor, Denise Saliagopoulous and six local Spelthorne councillors have used their Better Neighbourhood Grants to help with the cost of maintaining Sweeps Ditch, a small stream which aids flood prevention and runs from Riverside car park in Staines-upon-Thames to Penton Hook.
Cabinet members step down

Spelthorne Council can confirm that Cllr Frank Ayers tendered his resignation as Council Leader, to the Chief Executive on 21 January, with effect from 2pm.
Battery recycling in schools

Spelthorne Borough Council is promoting battery recycling by providing local schools with free collection points.
Council Leader steps down

Cllr Frank Ayers announced he is stepping down as Leader of Spelthorne Council.
Soloist captivates councillors

The usual sounds of deliberation and debate made way for traditional Christmas songs when a teenage vocalist made a surprise appearance at last week's meeting of Spelthorne Council.
Code of Conduct Panel decision

Spelthorne Borough Council's Member's Code of Conduct Committee has published its decision in a case concerning Councillor Colin Davis.
On yer bike!

A short course for people interested in learning about bike maintenance is being held on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 February from 10am - 3pm at Shepperton Village Hall.
New supplier sought for Staines-upon-Thames market

At a meeting held on Tuesday 20 November, Spelthorne Council's Cabinet approved a recommendation to proceed with a competitive tender to appoint a supplier to manage the Staines-upon-Thames market on the Council's behalf.
School poster competition

School poster competition

To get the creative juices of local school children flowing, Spelthorne Council launched a food waste poster competition at the end of 2012.
New CCTV cameras for Stanwell

Spelthorne Council is planning to install four new CCTV cameras in Stanwell and has arranged informal drop-in sessions in the New Year for residents to give their views on where they might be placed.
Surrey Sports Awards 2012

Three individuals from Spelthorne were recognised at the Surrey Sports Awards on Sunday 9 December.
Lower Thames property flood protection scheme

Resident's information event - Friday 25 January 2013
Planning enforcement prosecution

Spelthorne Borough Council secured the conviction of Mr Javed Iqbal at Staines Magistrates' Court on 19 December.
Council calls on High Court over Eco Park permit

Spelthorne Council this week applied to the High Court to have a Judicial Review of the Environment Agency decision to grant a permit for the Eco Park in Charlton Lane, Shepperton.
Spelthorne Sport Awards - nominate now

Do you know a player, coach or volunteer who deserves to be recognised for the dedication they show to their club or sport?
Jail for benefit fraud

A Shepperton man has been jailed for 16 months for benefit fraud over a five year period
Results of the Sunbury Common Ward By-Election

Bernard Brian Spoor has been elected as Councillor for the Sunbury Common Ward
Free boiler installations for vulnerable residents

Spelthorne Council is working with Action Surrey to provide free boiler installations and repairs to residents in receipt of certain benefits.
Colne Valley through to next round

It was a weekend to remember for Colne Valley Girls & Ladies Football Club as they successfully battled their way into the 2nd Round of the FA Women's Cup.
Grand grant keeps forum afloat

The new year will bring a new lease of life to a vital support group for disabled children in Spelthorne, thanks to a timely Make It Happen grant won through popular support.
Santa Sprint 2012

Staines-upon-Thames town centre was full of Christmas spirit on Sunday 25 November as over a hundred enthusiastic individuals participated in the annual Spelthorne Santa Sprint.
By-Election - Sunbury Common Ward

Following the resignation of Cllr Colison-Crawford, a by-election will be held on Wednesday 19 December 2012.
Taxi driver's appeal dismissed

Spelthorne Council's previous decision to revoke the taxi driving licence for Maurice Bird was endorsed on 11 October when Guildford Crown Court dismissed his appeal. Mr Bird can now no longer operate as a hackney carriage driver.
Don't let food poisoning ruin your Christmas

If there's one thing guaranteed to ruin your meal with friends, family or colleagues this Christmas, it's a nasty bout of food poisoning.
Spelthorne Council's Stanwell football project

Youngsters in Stanwell have had a fun summer holiday boost, thanks to the team efforts of Spelthorne Council, neighbourhood Police and the community.
Police launch Operation Candlelight

Spelthorne Police have increased uniformed and plain clothes patrols as part of a robust involvement with the countywide Operation Candlelight campaign.
Results of the Police and Crime Commissioners Election

The new Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey is Kevin Hurley.
Garden waste collections

The last garden waste collection for 2012 will be on 7 December. Collections will start again on 11 February 2013.
Affordable housing agreement

Agreement has been reached between Spelthorne Council and Linden Homes on the financial contribution the developer will make towards affordable housing, off the proposed development site.
Deadline for comment

Time is running out for commenting on proposed changes to Council Tax Benefit.
Everyone is welcome at the Spelthorne Together Assembly

The annual Assembly of Spelthorne Together is being held on Thursday 27 September at Kempton Park Racecourse, Sunbury.
Eco Park - Environmental permit approved

The Environment Agency has this week issued an 'environmental permit' which clears the way for SITA to build and operate the Eco Park at Charlton Lane Shepperton on the site of the existing civic amenity site.
Spelthorne Museum one of the first in the country to be accredited

Spelthorne Museum is delighted to announce that it has been awarded Accredited status in the first round of the updated Arts Council Museum Accreditation Scheme.
Shanghai Restaurant prosecuted

Shanghai Restaurant prosecuted

Spelthorne Council has successfully prosecuted Shanghai Village Limited for numerous food hygiene and health and safety offences.
Grants up for grabs

Grants to community and voluntary organisations for 2013-14 are now being considered by Spelthorne Borough Council.
Housing Benefit fraud prosecution

Spelthorne Council has recently secured the conviction of an Ashford man for fraudulently claiming Housing and Council Tax Benefit from the Council and Employment Support Allowance from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Remembrance Sunday

The following Remembrance services are being held in Spelthorne on Sunday 11 November
Councillor Gerry Forsbrey complaints - no further action required

No further action will be taken about comments made by Councillor Gerry Forsbrey at a meeting of Spelthorne Council's Planning Committee in May.
Spelthorne celebrates sport

The Borough's sports stars have been rewarded for their achievements at the annual Spelthorne Sports Awards.
Vehicle lifted after 43 parking tickets

The owner of a silver Vauxhall Corsa was in for a shock on Wednesday 3 October when he found that his car had been lifted away from the Elmsleigh Road car park in Staines-upon-Thames.
Food waste and environment advice on tour

Spelthorne's Environment team took their food waste and environmental advice messages about saving energy to the residents of the Borough
Forest and Ocean pub lose licensing appeal

Staines Magistrates Court dismisses licensing appeal
Council telephone system

The Council is upgrading its telephone system on 24 October and callers may experience some difficulty getting through to Customer Services.
Speak out against domestic abuse

Local people are being asked to speak out against domestic abuse during Surrey Domestic Abuse Awareness Week, which commences on Monday 15 October.
Council raises Olympic flag

Council raises Olympic flag

To mark the start of the London 2012 Olympics, Mayor of Spelthorne, Cllr Robin Sider, and Leader of the Council, Cllr Frank Ayers, raised an Olympic Flag outside the council offices in Knowle Green.
Councillor's appeal succeeds

Spelthorne Borough Council has withdrawn its opposition to an appeal lodged by Councillor Colin Davis.
Spelthorne Junior Citizen

The Spelthorne Junior Citizen event starts on Monday 10 September and during the two weeks of operation over 900 Year 6 pupils from 20 local primary schools will have the opportunity to acquire some important skills to keep them safe and secure.
Staines-upon-Thames Summer Festival is a big hit

Staines-upon-Thames Summer Festival was celebrated in style across the town on Saturday (18 August) with a huge variety of activities to entertain the crowds.
Council consults on changes to Council Tax Benefit

The Government is planning to abolish the current Council Tax Benefit scheme from April 2013 and replace it with local schemes run by councils.
Awards galore for clean, green Spelthorne

Spelthorne Council's efforts to improve the environment in Spelthorne have been recognised in both the prestigious South & South East in Bloom Awards and the Clean Up Britain Awards.
Simple solution for peace of mind

Scores of Ashford households are now better protected against theft, thanks to a crime prevention initiative by Spelthorne Borough Council and Surrey Police.
Spelthorne Allotment Awards 2012

The Borough's most green-fingered gardeners were recognised at this year's Spelthorne Allotment Awards which took place last week at the Council Offices in Knowle Green.
New CCTV cameras for Stanwell

Spelthorne Council has announced that it is planning to install three new CCTV cameras in Stanwell.
What the papers did not say

Putting more detail behind some of the newspaper headlines
Food waste road shows

Come along and meet our food waste team at one of our road shows.
Honorary Alderman, John Packman

Spelthorne Council has recognised the special contribution made by ex Council Leader John Packman.
Dumsey Meadow improvements

Some locals may be wondering why the hay in Dumsey Meadow in Shepperton is currently 'as high as an elephant's eye'.
Free entry to the Leisure Directory 2013

Spelthorne Council is compiling the 2013 Leisure Directory that contains information on sporting and other active lifestyle activities, social clubs and organisations, play and youth activities.
London 2012 Paralympic Flame

On 28 August, the London 2012 Paralympic Torch Relay will commence from Stoke Mandeville Stadium, Birthplace of the Paralympic Movement, at 8pm.
New website launched

Spelthorne Council's new website has officially launched.
Book now for the Spelthorne Together Assembly

The annual Assembly of Spelthorne Together is on Thursday 27 September from 11am-4.30pm at Kempton Park Racecourse, Sunbury.
Sunbury Walled Garden Green Flag Award for second year

Sunbury Walled Garden Green Flag Award for second year

Sunbury Walled Garden in Lower Sunbury has won the prestigious Green Flag Award for the second year running.
Environment Agency update

Read the latest update from the Environment Agency.
Gift in store for school garden project

Green-fingered children at Spelthorne School have said a big "thank you" to a former pupil, whose generosity has provided a new garden shed for the school's Dig For Victory project.
Let's Get Moving

Would you like to become more active but need some motivation and support to make it happen?
New playground for children with disabilities

A new playground for children with disabilities at Clockhouse Lane Park in Ashford was opened by Spelthorne Council's Deputy Mayor Councillor Isobel Napper last Saturday 11 August.
Junior Citizen artwork competition winner announced

Children and staff from Stanwell Fields Primary School in Stanwell have picked up a cheque for £100, after one of their pupils won the Junior Citizen artwork competition.
National Playday in Spelthorne

Over a thousand residents came along to help celebrate National Playday at Ashford Recreation Ground on Wednesday 1 August.
Honorary Alderman John Packman

Spelthorne Council has recognised the special contribution made by ex Council Leader John Packman by conferring on him the title of Honorary Alderman of the Borough of Spelthorne.
Stanwell public meeting - share your views

Everyone is welcome to the event on Monday 7 January, in Stanwell Congregational Church Hall, Viscount Road, from 6.30-9pm.
Gas smell over the South East

The smell drifting over Southern England today poses no risk to public health.
Housing Allocations Policy Review January 2013 - Have your Say!

Who should be provided with social housing in Spelthorne? We are reviewing our current policy and would like your views.