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Surrey County Council budget approved
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · The council sets its budget for 2024/25 with more support for children and disabilities, and greater investment in roads and buses. It also announces a 4.99% Council Tax rise, a £5m preventative fund, and an interim chief executive.
Surrey’s County Deal agreed with government | Surrey News
WEBPosted by SCC ⋅March 6, 2024. Surrey’s County Deal agreement has been confirmed by the Chancellor of the Exchequer as part of the government’s Spring Budget today. Following the announcement of the intention to pursue a deal at the Autumn Statement last year, Surrey County Council officials have been working with the Department of ...
New Chief Executive starts at Surrey County Council
WEBAug 19, 2024 · Terence Herbert has joined Surrey County Council as its new chief executive, after working in Wiltshire Council and other local authorities. He will lead the organisation through its transformation and delivery …
Surrey County Council appoints new Chief Executive
WEBApr 4, 2024 · Surrey County Council has appointed Terence Herbert as its new Chief Executive. Terence, currently Chief Executive at Wiltshire Council, was chosen after a robust recruitment process to find a replacement for Joanna Killian. Subject to formal ratification at an extraordinary Full Council meeting on 9 April 2024, Terence is expected to take over as Chief…
Surrey News | Latest news from Surrey County Council
WEBCllr Tim Oliver, Leader of Surrey County Council said: “Whilst we respect today’s court decision, it is incredibly disappointing. “This has always been about protecting Surrey residents, many of whom will now be significantly socially and financially impacted by the Mayor’s decision as they go about essential, everyday journeys, without any mitigation in …
Surrey’s 2030 plan sets out support for people to live well in later ...
WEBDec 9, 2022 · The plan is centred around three priorities. They are: Prevention – supporting people to lead healthy and independent lives in their local communities for as long as possible. Living independently – enabling people to live in their own homes with care and support tailored to their strengths, including through planned new extra care housing ...
A County Deal for Surrey
WEBPosted by SCC ⋅ November 22, 2023. Following the Chancellor’s announcement in the Autumn Statement regarding the extension of devolution and further County Deals, Surrey County Council is engaging in discussions with Government on a Level 2 County Deal. The proposed County Deal will see the devolution of the following functions to Surrey:
Bus services in Surrey to be boosted with £7.8m investment
WEBOct 2, 2023 · Surrey County Council has been awarded £7.8m to further improve and protect local buses. The council will work with bus operators over the coming month to allocate the funding which is likely to generate more frequent buses, more evening and weekend services and reduced fares for young people to help them access education, training and employment.
Boost for walking and cycling in Surrey
WEBMay 19, 2023 · Surrey County Council has been awarded £997,843 to deliver improved facilities for walking and cycling throughout the county. The investment will see more cycle and walking routes being created across the county and the development of ‘Liveable neighbourhoods’. Liveable neighbourhoods are areas that are improved to be more people-centred with infrastructure and schemes such as…