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Surrey County Council has appointed Terence Herbert as its new Chief Executive. Terence, currently Chief Executive at Wiltshire Council, was chosen after a robust recruitment process to find a replacement for Joanna Killian. Subject to formal ratification at an extraordinary Full Council meeting on 9 April 2024, Terence is expected to take over as Chief … Continue reading
Surrey’s Changing Futures programme has been recognised as one of 24 services across the UK taking significant strides in supporting individuals with lived experience into meaningful employment. This recognition comes as part of their participation in the Lived Experience Charter, an initiative spearheaded by Career Matters and commissioned by NHS England. Today (Wednesday March 27th) … Continue reading
Five new infrastructure schemes that will deliver over £6.95 million of improvements for Surrey residents, have been given the green light by Surrey’s Cabinet today (26 March 2024). Projects include village improvements, a new cycling and walking route and two flood alleviation schemes. The five capital projects are: Godalming to Guildford cycle and walking corridor … Continue reading
Last week, members of our service, including our Chief Fire Officer and Farnham’s White Watch, joined local Police Forces and Muslim communities to show support, learn more about Islam and observe Ramadan, as part of a ‘Fasting Collective’. During Ramadan, which usually lasts 30 days, with the first fast taking place from Monday 11th March, … Continue reading
A partnership between Surrey County Council, Metrobus (Go Ahead), West Sussex County Council, Kent County Council and London Gatwick has won a bid for funding to launch a new fleet of 43 hydrogen powered buses. The Department for Transport has awarded the partnership over £10 million, which combined with £11.6 million from Metrobus (Go Ahead) … Continue reading
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
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