September 2008 Archives

Runnymede Council has made it into the top 20 of the nation's best councils to work for.

The prestigious competition, which is undertaken by The Times, is based on the views of employees and the policies and processes of the employers.

Out of the 100 councils that entered, Runnymede, whose first year this is in the competition, placed 17th and achieved one of the highest scores for job satisfaction.

Council leader John Furey said: "I am very pleased with the outcome which is a credit to our excellent staff and managers and demonstrates that Runnymede Borough Council is a good place to work.

High staff morale and engagement are essential ingredients that contribute to Runnymede's successful record in delivering excellent services and value for money."

The survey was being undertaken while the council was moving into it's new offices earlier this year, Councillor Furey added: "I am optimistic that now that teething problems with the new building are being resolved, we can look forward to an even better results next year."

A clear-up of Addlestone beauty spot, Coxes Lock is set to take place on Saturday October 4 at 10am.

Surrey Police are organising the tidy-up with the National Trust, to clear up rubbish and cut back weeds and overgrown plants and trees.

Anyone is welcome to attend with gardening gloves and equipment, to make the area more enjoyable to visit.

TESCO are set to hold an exhibition at the store in Station Road, Addlestone, to outline their plans for a car park extension.

The controversial plans to add an extra layer onto the car park were met with strong opposition when they were first submitted in July last year.

Baby Charlotte Barber (left) who was born on Thursday September 18 at St Peter's Hospital, weighing 6Ib 9oz. Parents Steve and Jackie Barber live in Addlestone with Matilda, one, Alyssa, two, Mia, four, Savannah, nine, and Aimee, 14.

Meanwhile Addlestone also welcomes baby Barney Harman (right) was born on Monday September 15 at St Peter's Hopital, Chertsey, weighing 7Ib 15oz. His parents are Rosanna and Barry Harman, who live in Green Lane.

Hospital Radio Wey's presenter John Charman presents his 1,000th programme on Sunday September 21 at the North Surrey Radio Station's studios at St Peter's Hospital in Chertsey.

John has been presenting The Big Band Hour, every Sunday from 2-4pm and has charmed listeners with his authoritative and entertaining style.

A police officer who intervened when an Addlestone man stabbed himself repeatedly and then gave first aid, has been commended for his bravery.

PC Steven Munday has received a Chief Constable's Commendation for his actions on January 18, 2007, when he was called to a domestic incident at a flat in Station Road.

Residents of Surrey Towers in an Addlestone are furious with Runnymede Council after officials ordered the removal of 30 balconies before replacements arrived.

It means tenants at the 14-storey tower block in Garfield Road have had no balconies for three weeks after what council bosses call 'a problem in the supply chain'.

Surrey County Council is carrying out a major maintenance programme on one of its older and more worn out routes in Addlestone.

The A318 Chertsey Road is being given a completely new lease of life with improvements on the route between Dudley Close and the A318 roundabout.

Drivers are speeding along Crockford Park Road in Addlestone, according to angry householders.

Residents have complained to beat bobby PC Steve Milford that motorists are also causing an obstruction for pedestrians when they park in the road.

Police say they will be patrolling the area and warning drivers if they see such behaviour.

RADIO WEY goes FM across the local area on 87.9 . . .

The regulator OFCOM have granted the hard working volunteers of Hospital Radio Wey an FM channel to broadcast their superb variety of music & local information programmes. With a strong commitment to the local community and a passion to broadcast information that is relevant to listeners across the area the Chertsey based radio station will be pulling out all the stops from 16 October through to 12 November. The Restricted Service Licence is the latest step taken by this fast growing radio station towards a full Community Radio Licence. Radio Wey is constantly updating its facilities to meet its increasing listener base and this special broadcasting period will be a powerful mix of entertainment. There will be 'Live' acoustic 'local' bands & musicians in the studios and a live link up's with local events. Celebrity phone-ins and visits and input from your local newspaper to provide up to date news from across the region. You will be able to hear live commentary and up-dates from your local teams and phone in for the chance to win some of the many CD's and prizes on offer. Watch out for the flyers and posters. If you wish to get involved in this great occasion, either by coming in for a chat about your organization, or to promote your club or business, call Keith Tunnicliffe on 01784 464234 or visit www.radiowey.co.uk