Cyclists and motorists are urged to take their safety seriously this summer, as the number of cyclists on the roads increases during the drier months.  

Drive SMART is a joint initiative between Surrey County Council and Surrey Police.  Surrey County Council figures from 2014 show that one in five accidents involving cyclists, happens at a junction. The campaign emphasises that this is an area where both motorists and cyclists need to be more aware of each other.

For more information about cycle safety, you can visit drivesmartsurrey.org.uk

A man has been fined after making false claims in Crawley.

39 year old Imran Malik approached the Borough Council claiming to be homeless when in fact he had a residency in Croydon where he was also claiming benefits.

Malik failed to attend court and was found guilty in his absence of three offences under the Housing Act 1996.

He was fined £1,500 for each offence, totalling £4,500, ordered to pay the council’s costs of £1,729, and a victim surcharge of £120.

Saturday sees Crawley Town FC face Wycombe Wanderers at the Checkatrade Stadium.

The Reds are hoping to start the season with a win at home.

The League 2 game kicks off at 3pm.

Surrey County Council has been recognised for its support for the armed forces.

It is one of the first councils nationally to receive a coverted Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence.

The award is part of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which rewards employers who actively support and promote the interests of former service personnel, members of the reserve forces as well as their families.

Across the county, there are more than 6,000 serving military personnel, more than 250 active reservists, 2,450 cadets and tens of thousands of veterans.

A driver who was stopped by police in Crawley has been banned from driving for 18 months.

34 year old Michael Mitchell was arrested in Charlwood Road in July and charged with drink driving.

He pleaded guilty at Crawley Magistrates Court.

Mitchell must also carry out 150 hours of unpaid work in the next 12 months and was ordered to pay £85 costs and a £85 victim surcharge.