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Latest Library Hub opens up in the heart of Weybridge local community  

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 appoints new Executive Director of Place

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

Surrey County Council Children’s Services ‘good’ say Ofsted

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

Surrey’s partner organisations support county council plans for local government reorganisation

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 tree planting initiative surpasses halfway mark with 768,832 trees 

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

Your Councillor Community Fund now open for applications 

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

Update – Godstone road collapse

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 calls for community heroes: volunteer recruitment 

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

Surrey’s first School Street opens in Farnham

Surrey’s first School Street launches at Farnham Heath End School this week, to reduce air pollution and improve road safety around the school gates during the busiest times of the day. Nearby Bullers Road will be open to pedestrians, cyclists and wheelers only during 8:00am – 9:00am and 2.15 pm – 3.30pm in school term time, … Continue reading

County council set to propose two unitary councils for Surrey  

Subject to Cabinet approval, Surrey County Council plans to submit to government a proposal for two unitary councils for local government reorganisation in the county. These two councils, arranged by East and West, would replace the existing 12 councils and unlock further devolution in Surrey.  In council papers published today, the county council outlines detailed … Continue reading

Surrey welcomes 12 new firefighters 

12 new Surrey firefighters showcased their skills at a pass out parade on Sunday, marking the completion of their challenging but rewarding training journey.  The recruits – who are a mixture of firefighters with wholetime and on-call contracts – demonstrated their capabilities in front of family, friends, instructors and senior officers during the ceremony held … Continue reading

Mental Health Investment Fund supports unique farming opportunities in the Surrey Hills to improve mental wellbeing

Councillor Mark Nuti, Surrey County Council Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing & Public Health, visited a small farm, nestled in a village in Surrey, that is making a big difference to the wellbeing of young people with complex mental health needs. The East Surrey Care Farm Project is providing a nurturing environment for young … Continue reading

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service urges residents to be ‘Wildfire Aware’ following recent fires out in the open

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service are urging residents to be ‘Wildfire Aware’ this season, after crews have been responding to open fires across the country this April. Firefighters tackled a wildfire at Ash Ranges last week, affecting 12 hectares of land – the equivalent to 30 football pitches. The fire and rescue service have also … Continue reading

Over 65,000 residents across the whole county supported by Warm Welcomes

For the third year running, Surrey County Council has worked with venues in towns and villages from North to South and East to West to deliver much-needed Warm Welcomes on the doorsteps of Surrey’s residents. Collaborating with community partnerships and organisations, we have delivered Warm Welcomes in the heart of our communities across the whole … Continue reading

Residents invited to “Let’s Talk” Local Government Reorganisation events at Surrey Libraries

Surrey residents are invited to join representatives from Surrey County Council at four Surrey libraries over the next couple of weeks, to learn more about forthcoming Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).  The ‘Let’s Talk’ face to face sessions will be held at Staines, Dorking, Farnham and Oxted libraries, for residents to ask questions, and learn more … Continue reading

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