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Surrey County Council leaders have welcomed news that Amazon MGM Studios and Netflix have taken up residence in the completed expansion of Shepperton Studios. The development makes Shepperton Studios the second biggest film studio in the world with a total of 31 purpose-built sound stages alongside ancillary production accommodation, the whole site covers 1.5 million … Continue reading
Surrey County Council, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, National Highways, Surrey Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner, have set out their plans to eliminate road collisions resulting in death or serious injury by 2050. In line with international and national best practice, a draft ‘Surrey RoadSafe Vision Zero’ strategy has been developed by the … Continue reading
Families set to benefit from new short breaks accommodation being built in Woking helped mark the official start of work at a milestone groundbreaking ceremony. The purpose-built £5.7m facility will enable autistic people and those with learning disabilities to enjoy new experiences while their families take a break from caring. It’s part of Surrey County … Continue reading
Surrey residents in Camberley and Egham will soon be able to use the library at a time that suits them Surrey Libraries is thrilled to announce the expansion of its Super Access programme to Camberley and Egham libraries, following a successful launch at Horley library in January. Both libraries have been fitted with new technology … Continue reading
The Police and Crime Commissioner has awarded £120,000 to Surrey’s Changing Futures Programme, which supports vulnerable adults across the county. The Changing Futures Bridge the Gap service supports people who are experiencing a combination of problems including mental health issues, substance use, homelessness and domestic abuse. Often these individuals suffering multiple disadvantage have a history … Continue reading
Surrey’s County Deal agreement has been confirmed by the Chancellor of the Exchequer as part of the government’s Spring Budget today. Following the announcement of the intention to pursue a deal at the Autumn Statement last year, Surrey County Council officials have been working with the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to agree … Continue reading
The redevelopments of Chobham, Lingfield, and Reigate Fire Stations are due to start in Summer, 2024. Surrey County Council is continuing to invest in the redevelopment of the Fire Stations to improve and update the facilities. Originally scheduled for Spring 2024, the construction start-dates have been adjusted to accommodate the extensive planning involved in upgrading … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is pleased to announce its purchase of the Victoria Gate building on Chobham Road in Woking town centre. The acquisition underpins the Council’s commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and improved service delivery to residents and employees. The new workplace will serve as the Council’s corporate office hub in north-west Surrey. Currently based at … Continue reading
Businesses will be at the heart of Surrey’s economic growth as they are set to benefit from a single strategic vision and leadership for the Surrey economy as part of the transfer of formal powers to Surrey County Council. From April, the Council will take up the key functions currently held by the county’s two Local … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is proud to be opening three brand new purpose-built children’s homes, one in Epsom and two on a site in Walton-on-Thames, as part of its drive to increase residential capacity within the county and, in turn, offer more Surrey homes to Surrey children in care. In 2020 and 2021, the Council agreed … Continue reading
Proposals to improve walking and cycling on the A3100 between Burpham and Guildford, have today been given the go-ahead. Improvements will take place to and around the Boxgrove Roundabout – a key junction linking the A3, Guildford Town Centre, the Spectrum Leisure Centre and local schools. The junction will be redesigned to modern standards, prioritising … Continue reading
Ahead of Helpline Awareness Day (Friday, 23 February), Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Surrey County Council are highlighting a local 24-hour NHS mental health crisis helpline that supports almost 50,000 people each year. The Mental Health Crisis Helpline, run by Surrey and Borders Partnership, is open 24 hours a day, 365 days … Continue reading
A fully-booked audience gathered recently to hear how people are using their experiences of mental ill health, homelessness and drugs and alcohol to shape services in Surrey and north east Hampshire. The Lived Experience Conference – the first of its kind to be held in Surrey – was attended by more than 120 people. They … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has set its budget for the next financial year, despite increasing pressure on local government finances. The councils 2024/25 budget includes more support for children with additional needs and disabilities, and greater investment in roads and buses. With costs of delivering services rising faster than the council’s income, a combination of efficiency … Continue reading
Surrey properties affected by flooding following Storm Henk could be eligible for government funding which is used in exceptional circumstances to support councils and communities following severe flooding. Currently around 50 properties in Surrey are known to be flooded and therefore could be eligible for grant funding to help recover. Households, businesses and farmers could … Continue reading
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