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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
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 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
The leaders of all 12 Surrey councils have today submitted a joint interim proposal to government for local government reorganisation in the county. Surrey County Council and the 11 district and borough councils within Surrey have been working together on the options for local government reorganisation, following the directive from government in February. While many … Continue reading
The leaders of all 12 Surrey councils have agreed on the key principles of an interim proposal for local government reorganisation in the county. Surrey County Council and the 11 District and Borough Councils within Surrey have been working together on the options for local government reorganisation, following the directive from government in February. While … Continue reading
Today, the government has confirmed that Surrey is to be part of the first wave of areas looking to take the opportunities presented by the government’s devolution agenda. Last month the government invited councils across the country to consider being part of its accelerated programme for reform, which aims to simplify and streamline local government. … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has been awarded 5 years of funding by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to create a Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC). The £5m funding will help the local authority to build capacity to do research on prevention and create a culture of using evidence in making decisions. NIHR … Continue reading
School Crossing Patrol Officer, Susan Rodger, has received the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her services to the community in Thames Ditton. Sue has been a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Hinchley Wood Primary School since 2008, where she also previously set up a walking bus route and successfully campaigned for a school crossing. The … Continue reading
Surrey County Council’s Leader is to write to government to outline the county’s ambition to fully engage with the recent White Paper on Devolution. Following a full council meeting and Cabinet meeting today it has been agreed to request that Surrey is part of a ‘first wave’ of areas looking to take the opportunities presented … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has published its draft budget for the next financial year, and is now asking residents for their views. While councils across the country face huge pressures on their finances, Surrey is confident it will set a balanced budget for next year, but there are difficult decisions to make to ensure services are … Continue reading
Next week our amazing residents, organisations, volunteers and charities will come together for the third Surrey County Council annual Stars in Surrey awards, with the ceremony taking place on Tuesday 3 December at G Live in Guildford. This highly anticipated event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the individuals and teams who go above and … Continue reading
Following extensive engagement and consultation regarding changes to a section of London Road in Guildford, Cabinet Members at Surrey County Council have decided not to proceed with a major part of the scheme. Residents and people who travel through the area were invited to give their views on a proposed new cycling and walking route … Continue reading
Thousands of young people in Surrey have been inspired and fired up about their futures thanks to the 2024 Surrey Festival of Skills. From supercars to snakes, cooking masterclasses to computer game demonstrations, there were opportunities galore for students to explore at the Surrey County Council event. More than 2,000 students aged 14 to 18 … Continue reading
Surrey County Council has appointed Andy Brown as its new Executive Director of Finances and Corporate Services following a robust recruitment process. Mr Brown, currently Deputy Chief Executive and Corporate Director Resources at Wiltshire Council, is expected to join the council next month subject to ratification by Full Council on 8 October. Alongside his responsibilities … Continue reading
Surrey County Council, in partnership with Surrey’s three leading universities – Royal Holloway, University of London; University for the Creative Arts; and the University of Surrey – is proud to announce the launch of a new Civic Agreement for Surrey. This groundbreaking initiative defines a shared commitment for these organisations to work collaboratively in the … Continue reading
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