21 July 2026

• Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10 million
  The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.
• Families skipping meals during holidays - charity
  FareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.
• England's best and worst major roads named in poll
  Independent watchdog Transport Focus finds Kent's M20 motorway is among the most highly rated.
• Parks set for inclusive-play upgrades
  The plans are in response to a growing need to ensure play areas are inclusive for all children.
• Public asked to help define new council identities
  East and West Surrey councils will take over local government services from April 2027.
• South East Water hosepipe ban to affect 2.4 million people
  South East Water says customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will face a ban.
• Sara Sharif killer wants inquest with jury
  Urfan Sharif and Beinash Batool were jailed for life after the 10-year-old was found dead at home.
• Warning after wildfire rips through common
  Firefighters say the cause of the blaze is unknown, but they found evidence of a recent campfire.
• 'Dangerous' road to be closed for safety works
  The Dorking and Horley MP says he has been made aware of at least 20 incidents at the junction.
• Arrest after teen killed in Guildford hit-and-run
  A 31-year-old man is in police custody following the crash on Friday evening in Guildford.
• New early morning rail services for Gatwick
  The two new early morning trains are between London and Gatwick on Saturdays and Mondays.
• 'False paedophile slur had a massive effect on me'
  Mark Sullivan says harassment by ex-partner Deborah Hayes had a "massive effect".