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BBC Surrey presenter Mark Carter talks to leader David Hodge about Surrey County Council’s pledge to contribute £5 million towards a planned visitor centre in Runnymede ahead of the Magna Carta’s 800th anniversary celebrations in 2015. Audio courtesy of BBC Surrey.
A call has been made for the Magna Carta to return home to Surrey for its 800th anniversary celebrations. It would mean every child could see the historic document that forms the basis of modern democracy at the site in Runnymede where it was sealed. Surrey County Council’s appeal comes after it was revealed children … Continue reading
Surrey County Council highlights some of the hardware it has ready to tackle ice and snow this winter. The county’s winter preparations include: * 16,000 tonnes of salt in stock * A fleet of 39 gritting lorries equipped with GPS trackers * Off road 4×4 vehicles ready to treat hard to reach places * An … Continue reading
Spectacular arches that will eventually span the Thames are being put in place as part of the first major new road bridge over the famous river in more than 20 years. It is 10 months since the construction of Walton Bridge began and people can now get a real sense of what the finished crossing … Continue reading
Artwork by women in Surrey prisons and others in contact with the criminal justice system is the subject of a touring exhibition in libraries. The New Beginnings Art Awards, Sugar and Spice exhibition will take to the road following a successful showcase at the Lightbox in Woking. Surrey libraries are working with Woking Borough Council … Continue reading
Following news that the UK economy has grown by 1%, Surrey County Council’s Deputy Leader Peter Martin said: “This is extremely positive news and Surrey is pleased to have played its part in helping to drive the UK’s recovery. “The Olympic cycling events we staged provided a huge shot in the arm for the economy. The … Continue reading
A new drive has been launched that aims to help disabled adults stay independent for longer. Surrey County Council is aiming to swell the ranks of full-time Shared Lives carers for people with learning and physical disabilities and those with mental health problems to 80 over the next three years in a move that would also … Continue reading
A campaign to get 200 teenagers into work is within touching distance of reaching its target just months after it was launched by Surrey County Council. Plans unveiled by leader David Hodge in July to get under-19s on the first rung of the career ladder are close to becoming a reality – with just 46 … Continue reading
Cabinet Office Minister Francis Maude has hailed Surrey County Council for being social work pioneers. He praised the authority for setting up an independent organisation to give deaf people and the hard of hearing more personalised care. Under the scheme, social workers were set free from the council to give people greater control over their … Continue reading
A global leader in search and rescue will join forces with Surrey firefighters in the first deal of its kind in the UK. Specialist Group International will provide round the clock support to Surrey Fire and Rescue Service for operations where it has unique expertise, particularly in river and confined space rescues, following a decision by the … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has won a national award with roads contractor May Gurney for making savings of £6m in a year. They have been jointly recognised by the Association of Consultant Architects after Surrey’s main contractor saved £4.1m on the previous road maintenance contract covering potholes, winter work and the upkeep of bridges. May Gurney … Continue reading
The Guardian has published an article about Surrey County Council’s use of the principles of restorative justice to improve services to residents and save money. Head of Youth Support Services Ben Byrne set out the new approach.
People can discover the historic gems of east Surrey this weekend at the Warlingham Heritage Showcase. The free event takes place between 2pm and 5pm, on Sunday 21 October, at Warlingham Church Hall, in Limpsfield Road. There will be talks, exhibitions, the chance to take part in an archaeological dig, as well as the opportunity … Continue reading
Leader David Hodge revealed Surrey County Council aims to save local taxpayers up to £70 million this year during a speech to mark his first year in office. At today’s meeting of the Full Council, Mr Hodge unveiled this financial year’s savings target, which is equivalent to Surrey’s roads budget for two years. Reaching it … Continue reading
(check against delivery) Watch a video of David Hodge’s speech here. Madam Chairman Almost a year ago today I stood before this chamber having been elected Leader of the council. In the speech I made to Full Council that day, I outlined my plans for my first year as Leader. And I gave my commitment to listen … Continue reading
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