Edition 2429 reports on the decisive Liberal Democrat victory in the first election for East Surrey Council, while the Liberal Democrats also strengthened their long-standing control of Sutton Council.

In other Epsom and Ewell news, Friends of Horton Cemetery have marked a major milestone by documenting 500 of the 9,000 people buried at the site, highlighting their ongoing historical research work. The volunteer-led “library of things” project run by Epsom and Ewell Climate Action Network remains delayed due to disagreement between Surrey County Council and Epsom and Ewell Borough Council over leasing arrangements, illustrating wider governance issues within the current two-tier system.

Meanwhile, Sutton Council continues to expand affordable housing with over 550 homes in development, and a further consultation has opened on the borough’s local plan covering development to 2040.

Crime stories include arrests following disorder in Epsom, a closure order on a property linked to drug dealing, and a stabbing in Sutton, while positive local stories include young people being recognised by Cheam and Sutton Rotary and a Nescot student winning a family cruise through an innovative work experience scheme; finally, preparations are underway for the Betfred Derby Festival, with major upgrades planned to the racecourse.

An evening of live jazz featuring award-winning harpist Alina Bzhezhinska and saxophonist Tony Kofi in a rare combination of instruments and styles.

A return performance by multi-instrumentalist Hannah Horton and her quartet, showcasing award-winning contemporary jazz.