No families in B&B at Christmas
Housing allocation changes by Crawley Borough council means that no family will be spending christmas in a bed in breakfast this year.
These changes were agreed in October and come into effect today (Monday 16th December.)
A member of the Housing cabinet has said they’re extremely satisfied with the changes to the scheme.
For more information about the scheme and if you qualify visit the councils website. www.crawley.gov.uk/housing
Firefighters called to Flat Fire in Tilgate
A man was injured following a fire in a flat in Tilgate last Thursday.
West Sussex Fire and rescue services extinguished the small fire in the ground floor bedroom.
Ambulance paramedics treated the elderly man, who was suffering from smoke inhalation, with oxygen. He was later taken to hospital.
Discovery New School To Close
MP Henry Smith has expressed his disappointment at the Department for Education’s decision to close Discovery New School in Crawley from next April. He was particularly concerned by the failure of management and the lack of support
Parents are being told there are places ready for them at other good schools nearby.
West Sussex County Council says there will be minimum upheaval for pupils currently attending Discovery New School.
It’ll shut next April because it’s failed to improve after being put in special measures.
Crystal Palace and Crawley Town Games
Tomorrow (Saturday 14th Dec) Crystal Palace face the mighty Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. They’d probably be quite happy with a point there…
Meanwhile in League One, Crawley Town welcome skipper Josh Simpson back to the squad. He’s been passed fit to return for new manager John Gregory’s first home match in charge. The Reds kick off against Preston at 3pm at The Broadfield Stadium.
Match Preview HERE
You can catch up on these and other local fixtures on Saturday Sport from 2pm tomorrow (Saturday) here on Susy 103.4
Sutton and East Surrey Water Honour Two Horley Men
Sutton and East Surrey Water have honoured two men from the Horley area among seven of its history making long term Employees.
Together the men all have a combined 215 years of service with the water company.
The 35-year career of Barry Skilton and 25-year commitment of Peter Isherwood have helped ensure a 24/7 supply of high quality tap water for more than 675,000 people in the Sutton and East Surrey Water area.