Aly Fitch

10/11/2025

News reports today suggest that the Queen’s Own Highlanders Regimental Association, which has long been based at Cameron Barracks in Inverness, may be relocated to make way for new Government plans to house asylum seekers on the site.

This development has caused understandable concern among veterans living at the Barracks and local residents, given the historical and emotional significance of the barracks to those who served our country.

While everyone agrees that the asylum system needs humane and practical solutions, it’s important that these decisions also reflect respect for our history, our servicemen and women, and the communities connected to these sites.

I hope the Ministry of Defence and Home Office will engage in open dialogue with all those affected to find a solution that upholds both compassion and fairness.

* The late Prince Philip was the Colonel-in-Chief

09/11/2025

How will an emergency vehicle manoeuvre up Downing Street in a hurry?

The answer: It took 2 minutes and 11 seconds.

09/11/2025

As always, Bonfire Night was a spectacular celebration with a magnificent torch-lit parade, a fabulous fireworks display, and that massive bonfire lighting up the sky!

A huge thank you to everyone involved and our amazing volunteers who made it all happen.

08/11/2025

On Remembrance Day, it is easy to lose sight of our purpose in the proceedings, to forget what we truly stand for.

We do not only stand in honour of those who have fallen; we stand in replacement of those who have fallen. We bring our best selves to represent today and what is right about the way we live, the freedom which they gave us. We represent them.

Yet, we must also recognise that we live in very different times from those that were once fought for. Too often, we find our freedoms challenged, not by foreign powers, but by others, or by the circumstances of our age.

We must remember that the freedom fought for was not a gimmick, nor was it in vain. It was a real and terrible struggle in which thousands of young men and women gave their lives.

Remembrance is a solemn privilege, and a proud moment for all who take part. This is what keeps Remembrance Day alive, and their memory lives on.

"Libertas in Memoria Viva Est"
Freedom lives in remembrance.

08/11/2025

With card season almost upon us, it’s great to see the new Card Factory open up right here in the Borough!

With fantastic prices on cards and everything birthday-related, it’s sure to be a very welcome addition to Farnham.

Wishing the team every success in their new journey in town!

07/11/2025

It’s deeply disappointing to see, although not in Farnham but just down the road that the Lib Dem–led Chichester District Council have decided to charge veterans and poppy sellers, in order to raise money from their council car parks.

For decades, military vehicles have gathered in Chichester car parks as part of a proud local tradition supporting the Royal British Legion and our Armed Forces community.

To suddenly impose charges on those who give their time to honour our fallen and support today’s veterans is disrespectful. This decision should be reconsidered immediately.

06/11/2025

With South Street now closed in the evenings (10pm – 6am), is there any way a similar approach could be rolled out for the Borough?

Any closure brings inconvenience, but the Borough is a major artery in our road network. Even adjusting closure times, for example, from 8pm to 6am, could make a real difference for those going and returning from work or managing school runs.

Could this be a balanced solution to keep things moving while essential work is carried out?

05/11/2025

Surrey Police are currently outside Waitrose in Farnham with plenty of advice, information, and community support on offer.

Always great to see them active and engaging in town, and I couldn’t resist picking up one of these little guys! 💙

02/11/2025

The horror that unfolded on that train, innocent people attacked without warning, trapped in fear as the journey from Peterborough to Huntingdon became a nightmare, is something no community should ever endure.

My deepest sympathy is with the victims, their families, and everyone who witnessed this tragedy. And to all the services that are attending to the aftermath.

The pain and grief felt across our country are immeasurable.

But we cannot allow this to become our new normal. We must face this truth with courage, and we must act.

Knife crime in the UK has "steadily" risen since 2011, according to government statistics.

This must stop.

A total of 10 people are in hospital following the stabbings in eastern England, as police say counter-terrorism officers will join the investigation.

01/11/2025

The Farnham Lantern Festival – Year Two!

The second year of this much-loved event took place last night.

The lanterns looked absolutely amazing!

If you missed the parade, don’t worry, you can still catch these beautiful creations on display at St Andrew’s Church. Pop in and see them up close!

31/10/2025

The storm is brewing and the skies are alive with thunder and lightning… perfect weather for Halloween night.

The bats have arrived, the shadows are stirring, and the haunt has officially begun.

Happy Halloween, if you dare.

31/10/2025

Heads up, cyclists!

For our glorious cyclists, there’s now a head start zone at the front of the queue on the Downing Street traffic lights.

Take your place, get rolling safely, and lead the way!