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Upcoming play area refurbishments in Elmbridge
 Our play area refurbishment programme continues this autumn, ensuring children and families have access to fun, engaging and safe play spaces.
Hurst Meadows and Grovelands Recreation Ground in Molesey, Churchfields Recreation Ground in Weybridge and Hersham Green play areas will all enjoy fantastic upgrades.
Work also begins this week to install a new eco-friendly splash pad in Churchfields recreation ground in Weybridge, set to open in spring 2025.
 Results of the 2024 by-elections
By-elections were held on 10 October in the Hersham Village and Weybridge St George's Hill wards. John O'Reilly of The Conservative Party was elected in Hersham Village and Colin Garth McFarlane of the Local Conservatives was elected in Weybridge St George's Hill.
 Fun crafts for children at Weybridge Cemetery on 30 October
Come to Weybridge Cemetery on Brooklands Lane on Wednesday 30 October to take part in a self-guided walk. Explore the cemetery and stay for some fun craft activities.
 Keeping you safe in the event of a flood
‘Flood Action Week’ runs from 14 to 20 October and highlights the importance of preparing for, and knowing what to do if there is a flood in your area.
Learn how to protect your property, get information on current water levels in your area and find out who to contact in a flood emergency by viewing our guidance.
 Five items to rescue this Recycle Week!
The theme of this year's Recycle Week, which runs from 14 to 20 October, is 'Rescue Me'. The aim is to rescue and recycle 5 everyday items from the rubbish bin. The 5 recyclable items are: aerosol cans, plastic trigger sprays, yoghurt pots, perfume and aftershave bottles and toilet roll tubes.
 Continued enforcement on River Thames to target unauthorised moorings
Following the successful river enforcement operation on 24 September, officers from the Environment Agency, Elmbridge Borough Council, Surrey County Council, and Surrey Police continued their enforcement actions along the River Thames at Cigarette Island and Hurst Park on Tuesday 8 October.
 Are you eligible for Pension Credit and help with fuel bills?
In recent years, Elmbridge Borough Council has been actively supporting our vulnerable residents in coping with the rising cost of living, including addressing fuel poverty, which we know impacts many, including pensioners.
Pensioners are being urged to check if they are eligible for Pension Credit, a weekly benefit to boost the incomes of older people. From this year, pensioners who receive Pension Credit will also automatically receive the Winter Fuel Payment.
 Keeping track of air quality in Elmbridge
Air quality and a healthy environment for residents are important to us and measures to improve local air quality are part of Elmbridge Borough Council's Vision 2030.
We monitor air quality in a number of ways and have an Air Quality Action Plan 2021 to 2026 in place, along with annual reporting.
We have recently introduced a new free text service that sends air pollution alerts and health advice to residents and visitors who may be more vulnerable to the effects of air pollution.
 M25 Junction 10 Wisley Interchange closures in October
The next planned closures of the gyratory at the junction 10 Wisley interchange are:
- 9pm on Friday 18 October to 6am on Monday 21 October
- 9pm on Friday 1 November to 6am on Monday 4 November
The M25 and A3 will both remain open during the closure, but the slip roads and roundabout at junction 10 will be closed. Drivers will not be able to change from the A3 to the M25 or vice versa. Diversions will be in place to assist people with their journeys.
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