Epsom Guardian
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:26:52 +0000Star of The Bill, Lisa Maxwell’s daughter Beau Jessup dies unexpectedly aged 27
Beau Jessup, daughter of The Bill actress Lisa Maxwell, has died aged 27 while studying at Columbia Journalism School in New York.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:58:29 +0000Channel 4 confirms release date for 'seductive' thriller with Bridgerton star
Channel 4 has confirmed when its new thriller Careless will be released and viewers do not need to wait long.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 06:49:56 +0000Creator of popular BBC show confirms it will be ending after its third series
The creator of Sherwood has confirmed it will be ending after the third series has been broadcast.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:37:29 +0000Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries after being clipped by vehicle in Surrey
A motorcyclist has been seriously injured in a collision on the A22.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:32:00 +0000'An appalling step backwards' – Kingston councillor slams planning changes
Kingston residents are losing their say on planning – Kingston Council must act
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:39:44 +0000Is Microsoft down? Users report issues with website and apps including Outlook
On DownDetector, thousands of Outlook users have said they are facing problems with the streaming service.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:22:26 +0000Woman discovers aunt's heroic wartime efforts risking her life for British soldiers
A woman has discovered the amazing wartime role her auntie played when she risked her life hiding British commandoes during WW2.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:20:07 +0000Brits experience 'Wi-Fi rage' in just 12 seconds when a webpage refuses to load
It takes just 12 seconds to experience 'Wi-Fi rage' when a webpage refuses to load, according to research.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:32:43 +0000HMRC Child Benefit rates to rise in April 2027 - new payment amounts explained
HMRC has updated its Child Benefit rates for 2027/28, with millions of parents set to receive higher weekly payments.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:31:22 +0000BBC TV Licence fee reduced from £180 to £7.50 for some in UK - are you eligible?
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 06:16:59 +0000Post Office urges retailers to keep crucial option open to customers
The Post Office is urging retailers to continue to accept cash payments following digital payment outages.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:06:21 +0000Surrey man sexually assaulted child after grooming their parent to gain access
A 57-year-old Surrey man has been jailed for 12 years after being found guilty of sexual assault and offences involving indecent images of a child.
Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:57:52 +0000Government-backed energy company enters administration
Smartway Energy has entered administration, with two Leonard Curtis administrators appointed on November 4.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:11:14 +0000Police issue fresh update on woman arrested after M23 brought to standstill
A woman was arrested after an incident forced the closure of both sides of the M23.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:37:22 +0000Major Feltham road shut both ways after crash causes queues
A major road has been closed following a crash in Feltham.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:44:06 +0000Doctor Who episode removed from BBC iPlayer amid David Walliams allegations
An episode of Doctor Who has been removed from BBC iPlayer following the publication of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against David Walliams.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:33:35 +0000ITV to air David Walliams documentary tonight amid sexual misconduct allegations
ITV is set to air a documentary about comedian and children's author David Walliams tonight (November 10) amid sexual misconduct allegations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:21:33 +0000David Walliams content removed from iPlayer after sexual misconduct allegations
The BBC is removing content featuring David Walliams from iPlayer following an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 14:25:02 +0000The nation's favourite mascots of all time have been revealed
The Andrex Puppy, the Dulux Dog and the PG Tips Monkey have been crowned the nation’s favourite mascots of all time.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:18:19 +0000David Walliams tried to block publication of sexual misconduct allegations
Multiple women have accused David Walliams of sexually inappropriate behaviour and grooming, which he denies
Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:39:04 +0000Vodafone axed another 3,000 jobs amid cost-cutting overhaul
Vodafone says it cut 3,000 roles across its UK and European division, but has not disclosed how many were lost in the UK.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 14:54:05 +0000Woman arrested after police incident shuts M23 in both directions in Surrey
A woman was arrested after a police incident forced the closure of the M23 in both directions between Junctions 8 and 9.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 13:14:23 +0000M23 BLOCKED near Gatwick Airport due to police incident
A police incident has brought traffic to a standstill on the M23 in both directions between J8 and J9 near Gatwick Airport.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 14:30:00 +0000Russell Brand sentenced to more than 10 years for rape and sexual assaults
Former comedian and actor Russell Brand has been sentenced to more than ten years years after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 13:54:06 +0000EastEnders confirms death of popular character 4 years after disappearance
EastEnders has confirmed the death of long-missing character Mick Carter, who was last seen in a dramatic Christmas Day episode in 2022.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:17 +0000Construction firm for 'UK's most recognised buildings' to be liquidated
Facade Group, which says it worked on The Shard and Fulham FC's stadium, has been ordered to be wound up by the High Court.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 10:45:46 +0000Maya Jama quits role as Love Island host after three years and nine series
Maya Jama steps down as ITV Love Island host after three years and nine series; ITV is yet to announce her replacement.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 09:19:42 +0000Popular high street retailer returns to UK 14 years after chain's collapse
Comet returns 14 years after collapse as an online electrical marketplace, offering more than one million products from 2,500 sellers under Cas Paton.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 08:40:52 +0000Family, sport and food unite generations while politics and social media divide them
The most common things that unite different generations are family, sport and food - while politics and social media are the most divisive.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 07:12:43 +0000Russell Brand to be sentenced today for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand will be sentenced on November 9 after being convicted of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court. He faces a lengthy prison term.
Mon, 09 Nov 2026 06:36:51 +0000Met Office issues warning to drivers as heavy fog covers much of the UK
UK drivers warned as thick fog cuts visibility to 50 metres, with a Met Office yellow warning placed across much of the UK.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Two remarkable photos tell the story of London Underground’s deepest Tube station
London’s deepest Tube station at 58.5 metres below street level is Hampstead on the Northern line which opened on June 22, 1907 and boasts 320 steps.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 15:47:59 +0000UK theme park evacuated after emergency services called to the site
Chessington World of Adventures has been evacuated today after emergency services were called to the site today (Sunday, November 8).
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:29:43 +0000Investigations ongoing as Briton among 6 killed in Poland mass shooting
One British citizen was among six killed in a Krakow shooting on November 7. Police say the suspected far-right-inspired gunman remains in hospital.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000Bullied gay nurse told ‘don’t push it’ in nail varnish row at Epsom & St Helier Trust
An openly gay former nurse says he feared losing his job after being told nail varnish was ‘not for men’ while working for Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 21:04:15 +0000Coronation Street star forced to pull out of Channel 4 show at the last minute
Will Mellor has been forced to pull out of appearing on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch tomorrow (Sunday, November 8).
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:44:19 +0000Strictly Come Dancing star signs up for BBC game show as full line-up revealed
A Strictly Come Dancing star has signed up to join Michael McIntyre's popular game show, The Wheel.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:42:21 +0000Zoe Ball says cyclist punched her car window during 'violent' incident
Zoe Ball says a cyclist punched her car window during a “violent” London road incident, as the Greatest Hits Radio presenter calls for calm on the roads.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 08:21:39 +0000Stephen Fry ‘not looking where he was going’ before horror stage fall, companies say
Sir Stephen Fry sues CogX Festival firms for up to £100,000 after falling from a stage in September 2023, as lawyers dispute liability.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:49:06 +0000EastEnders favourite expecting first child as fiancée shares baby news
EastEnders star Danny Hatchard and fiancée Kerry Scouler are expecting their first child, a baby girl due in January 2027, following their engagement.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000I tried baking viral dot cakes and they came out better than a store-bought one
Dot cakes have taken over the internet so I tried baking them to see if they are better than just buying a store-bought option.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:48:35 +0000Newsquest awarded £125,000 to launch London local news pilot
Newsquest wins £125,000 Local News Fund grant for London Local News Lab, using AI to support reporting and launch hyperlocal coverage in Hammersmith and Fulham.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:13:28 +0000Changes proposed for Kingston’s new leisure centre
Kingston Council planning applications include tree works, home extensions, a leisure centre update, telecoms infrastructure and a loft conversion in Surbiton and New Malden.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:05:55 +0000Unclean toilets could be costing UK hospitality half a billion pounds a year
The UK hospitality industry could be missing out on half a billion pounds - because of unclean or unsuitable toilet facilities, according to a report.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:03:32 +0000Brits spend nearly four days a year on their phone doing ‘life admin’ jobs for others
Brits spend nearly four days a year on their phone doing ‘life admin’ jobs - for other people.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:09:20 +0000Parents say their children's imaginations are being held back by screen time
Three quarters of parents say their children's imaginations are being held back by screen time, homework and packed schedules.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:07:04 +0000Brits biggest house-share 'icks' revealed including kitchen horrors
The biggest house-share 'icks' are never cleaning up after cooking, a dirty bathroom, and leaving dishes in the sink for days, according to research.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:32:21 +0000Seven in 10 Brits fear impact autumn budget could have on household finances
Seven in 10 Brits fear the autumn budget could put further pressure on their household finances, according to research.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:45:41 +0000Rivals star says role is a 'dream' that has 'completely changed' her life
Emily Atack has revealed her role in Rivals has "completely changed" her life and helped her get back into acting.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:19:12 +0000Forgotten raid hero honoured with memorial more than 80 years after death
Corporal Richard Irvine Heard, a Royal Engineer wounded during the 1942 Bruneval Raid, has been honoured with a memorial at Surbiton Cemetery more than 80 years after his death.