News in brief

BBC Surrey interview about Crossrail Two

Iain Reeve, Surrey County Council’s Assistant Director, Economy, Transport and Planning, is interviewed by BBC Surrey about the planned Crossrail Two rail project being vital for the county’s future. Audio courtesy of BBC Surrey.

BBC Surrey interview about plans for trading arm

BBC Surrey presenter Nigel Williams has interviewed Strategic Director for Change and Efficiency Julie Fisher about Surrey County Council’s plans for a trading arm to generate income that can be reinvested in services. Audio courtesy of BBC Surrey

Young people benefit to tune of more than £100,000

Young people in Runnymede will benefit to the tune of more than £100,000 after Surrey County Council unlocked funds from a trust. The authority has awarded £71,000 for projects in the area to The Community Foundation for Surrey and the charity will top it up to £101,0000. Surrey County Council Cabinet Member for Community Safety … Continue reading →

Showcase your talent here

The P&G Surrey School Games, Surrey Schools Have Talent, is back for 2013. An invitation is open to talented young performers to enter the contest for a chance to take part in the grand final at G Live on 30 June. Performers can showcase any talent they have, whether they are musicians, singers, dancers, acrobats, … Continue reading →

Surrey features in Guardian debate on cutting energy bills

Surrey County Council Cabinet Member for Change and Efficiency Denise Le Gal and Senior Category Specialist Barry Purdy participated in an online debate organised by the Guardian about local energy saving schemes. They highlighted the council’s switch and save initiative to cut gas and electricity bills. To view the debate, follow this link. To register for … Continue reading →

Last call for fire consultation views

People have less than a week to give their views on plans to open two new fire stations. Surrey Fire and Rescue Authority has put forward proposals in December for new stations at Salfords, near Horley, and Burgh Heath that would mean crews getting to emergencies faster. Residents can give their views before the 4 … Continue reading →

Yvonne Rees continues as Mole Valley’s Interim Chief Executive

Yvonne Rees, Surrey County Council’s Strategic Director for Customers and Communities, will continue as Mole Valley’s Interim Chief Executive until March 2014.  Her secondment was confirmed at a Mole Valley District Council meeting. For the full story, follow this link.

Nearly 300 firms register on website to win council contracts

Nearly 300 firms have registered in under a month for a new website designed to help them win council contracts. BuildSurrey was created as part of Surrey County Council’s pledge to ensure 60% of its spending on goods and services is with local businesses. The website – which can be found at http://www.buildsurrey.net – lets … Continue reading →

In pictures: Surrey firefighters test their response to a chemical incident during an excerise at Redhill’s Belfry shopping centre

More time for views on plans to open two new fire stations

Surrey residents have been given more time to give their views on plans to open two new fire stations. The consultation period has now been extended until 4 March 2013 and will include a public meeting on 14 February 2013 6.30pm – 8.30pm at Bourne Hall, Ewell. Surrey Fire and Rescue Authority has put forward … Continue reading →

Leader David Hodge interviewed as the Ride London – Surrey 100 route announced

Surrey County Council Leader David Hodge was interviewed as the Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 and Classic routes were announced. Audio courtesy of 96.4 Eagle Radio

More than 300 bids for Olympic memorabilia

More than 300 bids for a slice of Olympic history have been received by Surrey County Council. The authority offered the opportunity to snap up flags, banners and bunting used to line the roads for the London 2012 road races and time trial events in Surrey. People were asked to write 100 words explaining why … Continue reading →

One week left for fire consultation

Surrey residents have been reminded that they have one week left to give their views on plans to open two new fire stations. Surrey Fire and Rescue Authority has put forward proposals for new stations at Salfords, near Horley, and Burgh Heath that would mean crews getting to emergencies faster. Residents can give their views … Continue reading →

People invited to vote on green travel schemes

An X Factor style vote will let people choose which green travel schemes should be given up to £10,000 to improve their neighbourhood. The vote is part of Surrey County Council’s Travel Smart project which aims to help people get around, boost economic growth and encourage healthier lifestyles. A shortlist of 11 schemes proposed for … Continue reading →

Committee to discuss halting of hospital merger plans

The halted merger between Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Epsom Hospital will be discussed at the next meeting of Surrey’s Health Scrutiny Committee. Representatives of both hospitals will be among those speaking at Thursday’s meeting, which starts at 10am in Surrey County Council’s County Hall in Kingston. To find out more, … Continue reading →