BBC Radio Surrey

BBC Surrey is the local radio service provided by the BBC for the English county of Surrey, as well as parts of North-East Hampshire and the northern areas of West Sussex, including places like Crawley, East Grinstead, and Gatwick Airport. It was launched on November 14, 1991, initially called BBC Radio Surrey. Later, it became part of BBC Southern Counties Radio and officially changed its name to BBC Surrey on March 30, 2009.

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Vertu Trophy fixtures: Holders Peterborough United drawn v Aston Villa U21s

1 day ago | bbc.co.uk | Chris Peddy

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Peterborough United have won the Vertu Trophy in both of the last two years and have three titles altogetherVertu Trophy holders Peterborough United have been drawn with Aston Villa U21s, Leyton Orient and Crawley Town in the group stage as they look to claim the cup for the third year in a row and become the first ever four-time winners.
Hamas official says Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts

1 day ago | bbc.co.uk | David Gritten |Rushdi Abualouf

Image source, ReutersImage caption, Funerals were held at Gaza City for Palestinians reportedly killed in a Israeli air strikesA senior Hamas official has told the BBC that mediators have intensified their efforts to broker a new ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza, but that negotiations with Israel remain stalled.
Why Keir Starmer faces a political storm over welfare reforms

1 day ago | bbc.co.uk | Iain Watson |Henry Zeffman |Harry Farley

Opposition to the welfare cuts is genuine and heartfelt among many of the Labour sceptics. But there is an underlying environment that might make conditions ripe for rebellion. Study the names of those calling for a rethink. They include people with front bench experience in opposition who hoped or expected to become ministers – and were overlooked.
Tributes paid to 'inspirational' scout leader and hike organiser

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Andy Giddings

Image source, James RussellImage caption, Terry Davies was well-known in the Scouting movement and as a hike organiserTributes have been paid to a scout leader, hike chairman and community volunteer who "inspired generations". Terry Davies was chairman of the Longmynd Hike and Group Lead Volunteer at 2nd Longmynd Scout group in Church Stretton. He had been awarded the Silver Wolf, the highest honour in scouting, and was invited to Windsor Castle in recognition of his 50 years' service.
England vs India: Ben Stokes' side rip up rulebook with supreme run chases

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Stephan Shemilt

Image source, Getty ImagesHands up if you owe Ben Stokes an apology? Who thought he'd taken leave of his cricketing senses when he opted to field in the first Test against India? As chasing leather under burning sunshine on Friday gave way to chasing victory under moody clouds on Tuesday, there were plenty of us forced to admit Stokes was right. Again. This was another Headingley classic.
Jofra Archer: County game key before Test return - Michael Vaughan

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Ffion Wynne

Media caption, 'Bazball with brains' - England chase down 371 to win first Test against IndiaJofra Archer should not play in England's second Test against India at Edgbaston, says former captain Michael Vaughan. England selector Luke Wright said earlier this month that if Archer comes through the four-day game for Sussex he could be available for the second Test, which starts on 2 July.
Telford hospital back to business as usual after flood

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Andy Giddings

Image caption, A number of wards were affected by the water leakA hospital has said it is returning to "business as usual" after a flood which caused disruption to a number of wards on Tuesday. The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust said a burst water pipe at the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford was to blame. It said work would continue over the coming days to complete the clean-up and replace damaged ceiling tiles.
Parents seek judicial review over disabled son's death

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Adrian Zorzut

Image source, Jay PatelImage caption, Balram Patel (left) died on 9 August 2023 after his lungs became floodedLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceGrieving parents who allege their disabled son died prematurely due to inadequate hospital care say they want to push for a judicial review after a coroner ruled the death was of natural causes.
Into film awards: Northern Irish pupils win big in London

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Robbie Meredith

Image source, Into FilmImage caption, The Park School pupils were presented with their award by Sharon Horgan (left) and also met Barbara Broccoli, the famous producer of the James Bond films. BBC News NI Education and Arts Correspondent"Superheroes" from a Belfast Special School have struck gold at the prestigious UK-wide Into Film awards in London. Superhero School, made by pupils from Park School in Belfast, won the Best Film in the aged 12-15 prize.
Rod Stewart on Glastonbury: 'I wish they wouldn't call it the tea time slot'

2 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Mark Savage

We're talking to the star about a month before Glastonbury at the Devonshire, a relaxed, old-school boozer just off Picadilly Circus that's become the favoured haunt of everyone from Ed Sheeran to U2. It's a bit too early for a drink, though, so Sir Rod orders up a venti coffee, shooing away an over-eager assistant who attempts to stir in his sugar. He's dressed in a cream jacket and black jeans, which sit above the ankle to show off his box-fresh, zebra-striped trainers.