Staines-upon-Thames renaming decision made

The Surrey town of Staines is to change its name to Staines-upon-Thames after senior councillors confirmed the move at a meeting on Thursday.

Spelthorne borough council's cabinet backed the change after consulting residents and businesses.

The council said it hoped promoting the town's riverside location would help boost its economy.

Of the 35 councillors who attended the meeting 25 voted for the name change, six abstained and four voted against.

Staines Town FC has been among those campaigning against the name change.     Full Read