With the local elections just a couple of days away, Reigate and Banstead Council are offering a guide on how to help you through the voting process on polling day.
A series of hints and tips, along with useful information can be found on their website, such as attending with pets, wearing face coverings and reminding people you now need to bring photo ID.
Polling Stations will be open from 7am to 10pm on Thursday 2nd May.
The Chairman of the National Farmers Union Redhill branch has said that rural crime across the county has become more intense over recent months.
Andrew Compton says he’s experienced varying forms of illegality, including fly tipping, stolen property and livestock worrying.
He feels there needs to be a root and branch shake up of the county’s police to rural crime.
Rural Crime Inspector for Surrey Police Darren Benge said, “We are determined to find solutions that will make Surrey a safer place for our rural community to live and work”.
Travellers making their way to Gatwick airport by car are being urged to do their research on “Meet and Greet” parking companies.
The advice is coming from Sussex Police and Wessex Trading Standards who receive regular reports from customers of poor service.
Previous complaints include damage to vehicles, being returned dirty or have more miles added to the clock.
Gatwick Police Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector James Biggs said: “By doing research you will be more confident to leave your vehicle with your chosen company and enjoy your travels.”
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Crawley Town’s 2-0 win over Grimsby Town, together with other match results going their way, meant the Reds have secured their place in the League 2 play offs. Manager Scott Lindsey spoke to Gary Smith from BBC Radio Sussex:
Meanwhile Sutton United finished second from bottom in League 2 and are relegated to the National League.
Horsham FC have reached their first ever Isthmian Premier Division play offs following their victory over Concord Rangers at the weekend; Horsham travel to Chatham Town for the play off on Wednesday.
Three Bridges finished the season in fourth place in the Isthmian South East and secured their place in the semi final play off tomorrow evening away to Sittingbourne FC.
Improvement work will start next week to modernise Central car park in Horley town centre.
The first phase of works will start on Tuesday 7th May and will take around six to eight weeks.
Both the main area and overflow parking areas of Central car park will be closed to the public but the access road will remain open for residents and businesses.
Car park users and permit holders can use the borough’s other town centre car parks in the High Street and Victoria Road.
