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Hundreds of people can fast-track their career for free as Skills Bootcamps return to Surrey. The government-funded courses from Surrey County Council allow learners aged 19 and over to gain industry-ready qualifications in super-quick time. A range of courses are on offer for this year in exciting and growing sectors such as construction, cyber security, … Continue reading
Surrey residents and their families can now benefit from a simple new online tool to help them be prepared for the costs of care, if they become less able. Many of us don’t realise that we are likely to have to pay for some or all of our own care, especially if we have savings … Continue reading
Surrey’s gritter drivers are now available 24/7 to help keep residents moving during the colder months. Our 39 state-of-the art gritting vehicles, named by Surrey school children, are ready to grit the county’s busiest routes before and during severe weather, using the 10,000 tonnes of salt stored at our four Surrey depots. Two new mini … Continue reading
A Surrey County Council children’s residential home in Woking has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, following a recent inspection that praised the home’s exceptional care and commitment to young people’s wellbeing and development. Inspectors commended the home for delivering “exceptionally good care,” enabling children to “make significant progress from their starting points”. The report also … Continue reading
The newly opened Surrey County Council Library Hub in Staines-Upon-Thames is proud to announce it is hosting the exciting and innovative Surrey Youth Arts and Culture Festival 2025 for young people across Surrey on Saturday 8 November 2025. This free, one-day event offers a dynamic mix of workshops, performances, and exhibitions designed to inspire and … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service recognised 59 employees and individuals at its annual Awards and Commendations Ceremony. The Service honoured the exceptional service, courage, and commitment, held at Dorking Halls yesterday (Tuesday 21 October). The event recognises individuals who have reached significant milestones in their careers – celebrating from 5 years to 45 years of … Continue reading
Surrey jobseekers can find work, learn new skills and access employment support in a single, simple and accessible way via Surrey County Council’s new STEP Surrey gateway services portal. Latest figures show that more than one in six people of working age in Surrey (17.9%) are not currently in work. Of these, 22,400 people want … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is pleased to announce the creation of nearly 500 specialist school places for children and young people with additional needs and disabilities during the 2025/26 academic year. This expansion reflects the Council’s ongoing commitment to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive. Of the nearly 500 places, 169 were … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are hosting an open day to recruit the next generation of Firefighters (Control). As a Firefighter (Control), you’ll be the first point of contact for emergency calls – playing a critical role in mobilising fire engines and crews, supporting incident management, and working closely with other emergency services. In … Continue reading
The Stars in Surrey 2025 awards, hosted by Surrey County Council, will take place on Wednesday 3 December 2025 at G Live, Guildford. Now in its fourth year, the Stars in Surrey Awards shine a spotlight on the extraordinary individuals and teams across Surrey who go above and beyond to make a positive difference in … Continue reading
Local communities across Surrey are being empowered to take action for nature, thanks to a new £50,000 grant programme from Surrey County Council. The funding aims to support community efforts to restore habitats, enhance green spaces, and build resilience against the growing impacts of climate change. Grants ranging from £500 to £5,000* are available to … Continue reading
Ambitious Surrey businesses can now apply to Surrey County Council for a share of £1.7 million to accelerate growth, boost innovation and create jobs. Round two of the Surrey Economic Growth Fund is now open to small and medium businesses who are ready to bring their big ideas to life. The Business Growth Grants offer … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) proudly welcome the newest cohort of firefighters and Joint Fire Control operators during a pass out parade on Sunday (12 October). The parade celebrated four wholetime firefighters from Surrey and four Control Room Operators joining their Joint Fire Control room, who have officially completed their training. Speaking of the … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is hoping to spark meaningful conversations about fostering through ‘The Run’, a powerful two-minute film portraying a young person’s journey through care. The short film focuses on ‘Tom’, an 11 year old boy facing neglect, emotional stress, and vulnerability to exploitation. In the emotionally raw film, developed as part of a partnership … Continue reading
An additional bus introduced to transport pupils to and from Esher High School is set to continue operating. Surrey County Council has worked with Falcon Buses to jointly fund the extra 814 bus, meaning four buses now operate on this route, following a growth in demand. The new service initially ran as a trial for … Continue reading
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