Susan Halliwell appointed Chief Executive of new West Surrey Council
Susan Halliwell, currently Chief Executive of Bracknell Forest Council, has been appointed Chief Executive of the new West Surrey Council.
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West Surrey Council set to confirm new Chief Executive
Subject to agreement at an Extraordinary West Shadow Authority meeting on 10 September 2026, the West Surrey Shadow Council is set to confirm Susan Halliwell as its permanent Chief Executive.
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Woodhatch Place Identified as Preferred Location for East Surrey Council’s Initial Headquarters
Woodhatch Place in Reigate has been recommended as the preferred location for East Surrey Council's main office building from 1 April 2027.
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Surrey remains committed to delivering local government reorganisation and is on track for April 2027 as government launch review nationally
Surrey's councils have reaffirmed their commitment to delivering local government reorganisation (LGR).
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Surrey Leaders welcome plans to give strategic authorities a share of local tax revenues
The East and West Surrey Shadow Authorities have welcomed Government proposals to share a proportion of locally generated income tax and business rates with strategic authorities across England.
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West Surrey takes further steps to secure a strong and sustainable future
The West Surrey Shadow Authority met on 30 July 2026 to continue preparations for the launch of the new West Surrey Council on 1 April 2027.
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East Surrey moves forward with plans for a modern, community-focused council
Plans for the new East Surrey Council are progressing at pace, with key decisions shaping a modern, locally focused authority that will deliver excellent services and strong outcomes for communities.
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Adam Chalmers appointed Chief Executive of new East Surrey Council
Adam Chalmers, currently Interim Head of Paid Service for East Surrey Shadow Council and Chief Executive of Elmbridge Borough Council, has been appointed Chief Executive of the new East Surrey Council
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Surrey Fire and Rescue Service response to Combined Fire Authority consultation
Formal Surrey Fire and Rescue Service consultation response to the Governments consultation on the creation of a Combined Fire Authority.
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West Surrey Council Leader sets out vision for the future
West Surrey Shadow Authority Leader, Councillor Paul Follows, has set out his vision for the future West Surrey Council.