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Black finger signage pointing in four different directions. The signs are on a white post. The sky is dark grey behind the signs

Victorian signs restored thanks to community effort

The fingerposts in Ashford Common and Shepperton were made in Chertsey in 1900.

Neighbours sitting on camping chairs on Catherine Drive enjoying the green for a celebration. There are a number of cars and houses in the background.

Residents unhappy over developer plans for green

Sunbury residents are fearing for the future of a green after it was privately sold to a developer.

Apprentice and electrical engineer mentor in cable finishing factory - stock photo.

Funding secured for jobs and skills hub

Spelthorne Borough Council says the hub has transformed the lives of nearly 900 residents in 2024.

A Google Street image of the council's red-bricked offices with a clock tower.

Air quality action plan adopted by council

Spelthorne Borough Council's plan includes backing a push to join Transport for London's zone six.

An artist's impression of the new building which includes shops at the ground floor level and four floors above, some of which are set back slightly and with some balconies and low shrubs.

Development of 35 new homes near station approved

The new homes are planned for land at Station Approach and Woodthorpe Road in Ashford.

An artist's impression of what the planned flats would look like including a glass windowed shop at the ground floor, and four floors above it, some set back from the ground floor.

New plan for 35 flats near station to be decided

Councillors are due to make a decision on Tuesday evening on the plans.

A close up shot of Spelthorne Borough Council leader Joanne Sexton looking to camera smiling wearing a dark blue jacket over a red top

Council leader to face fresh conduct hearing

Joanne Sexton is to appear before a new hearing as it was ruled she failed to apologise to staff.

A homeless person sat outside with all of their belongings, including a bag and a duvet without a duvet cover; they are wearing a pink hat, navy coat and navy adidas joggers.

Council seeks public's views on homelessness plan

The housing options team at Spelthorne Borough Council has a caseload of more than 460 households.

Piles of pound coins which get gradually higher the nearer they are to the camera. The coins are sitting on top of £50, £20, £10 and £5 notes.

Government inspection of council finances extended

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is extending its inspection into 2025.