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This Saturday 31st May is World No Smoking Day and Surrey County Council is stepping up its mission to help residents quit smoking with the launch of a compelling new series of video case studies, a significant funding boost, and free access to the popular Smoke Free App. The video case studies, produced in partnership … Continue reading
The Leader of Surrey County Council has officially opened Emily Lodge – a new £5.7million short breaks service offering respite for families caring for adults with additional needs. Tim Oliver was joined by families, his Cabinet colleague Sinead Mooney and key partners as he cut the ribbon on the purpose-built facility set in landscaped gardens … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is thrilled to announce that Surrey Libraries has been chosen as one of the first of ten libraries across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to become a pioneering Green Library Hub. This significant initiative is made possible by a substantial grant of £1,215,252 from The National Lottery Community Fund, secured by … Continue reading
Farmers in parts of Surrey can secure a six-figure cash injection as part of wider efforts to boost growth in the county. Surrey County Council is offering capital grants of up to £120,000 to support innovative ideas to drive diversification in agriculture. The aim is to help farmers in the districts of Tandridge, Guildford and … Continue reading
Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards are marking the 150th anniversary of World Metrology Day today (Tuesday 20 May) — a foundational agreement that established the international framework for measurement standards. Goods that consumers buy, such as ingredients for a recipe, petrol from the station or medicine doses, must be accurately measured to ensure that consumers are … Continue reading
Surrey County Council and the University of Surrey’s Institute for Sustainability have launched a new website designed to inspire individuals, communities and businesses to make meaningful changes that will help them save money, improve their health, enhance wellbeing and protect our countryside for generations to come. The Together for Surrey platform offers tips and information … Continue reading
On Tuesday 13 May, the Surrey Fostering Service brought together foster carers, council staff, and community members for a celebratory lunch to honour the invaluable contributions of foster carers in Surrey and to launch its updated Foster Carers’ Charter. Taking place during Foster Care Fortnight, the event recognised the power of relationships and the profound … Continue reading
The Library Hub Weybridge will be opening its doors in Summer 2025, and residents will have an opportunity to have a preview of what’s planned at a resident engagement event on Friday 6 June between 2pm and 8pm at St James Hall, Weybridge. The new Library Hub in Weybridge will host a mix of services … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has appointed Owen Jenkins as its new Executive Director of Place. The appointment will see Owen move across from his current position in the council as interim Executive Director of Highways, Infrastructure and Planning (HIP), a position he has held since August 2024. The council’s HIP and Environment, Property & Growth (EPG) … Continue reading
Services for children and families at Surrey County Council have been judged ‘good’ by government inspectors. Ofsted carried out their Inspecting Local Authority Children’s Services (ILACS) inspection in March of this year. The inspection found that: The inspection found that services have significantly improved since the council’s last inspection in 2022, commenting that ‘Leaders’ vision … Continue reading
Yesterday, Surrey County Council’s Cabinet approved a plan for local government reorganisation in the county. The plan will be sent to government on 9 May, and proposes two councils, East and West Surrey, to replace the existing 12 councils. The creation of the two councils will unlock further devolution through the election of a Mayor for Surrey. … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has planted over 49,000 trees and hedgerows over the past year, bringing the Surrey wide total to 768,832 since 2019. This marks a significant milestone for the council, with over half of our planned 1.2 million trees by 2030 – one for every Surrey resident – now planted in the ground. … Continue reading
Surrey residents can once again apply for cash grants to improve their local area through the Your Councillor Community Fund. Surrey County Council is committed to making a difference in communities across the county. The Your Councillor Community Fund has benefitted communities in towns and villages from North to South and East to West. Last … Continue reading
Detailed investigations continue at the road collapse in Godstone High Street, Surrey, which occurred on 17 February 2025. This remains a complex recovery process, but Highways Officers are working hard to do all they can to return the area to normal as soon as possible. The forward programme of works includes: Lloyd Allen, Infrastructure Manager … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is excited to announce that we are now welcoming applications for volunteers. We are looking for people who are passionate about fire safety, helping others and being part of a committed and friendly team. Our volunteers play a vital role in making a real difference across Surrey, supporting community … Continue reading
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