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West Surrey Shadow Authority Executive consider key plans for new council
The West Surrey Shadow Authority Executive will meet today, Tuesday 9 June, to consider a series of important reports that will help shape the future of local government across west Surrey.
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First Shadow Cabinet Executive meeting marks major step towards new East Surrey Council
The inaugural meeting of the Shadow Cabinet Executive for the new East Surrey Council took place on Monday 8 June, marking an important milestone in the transition to the county’s new arrangements.
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Combined Fire and Rescue Authority the direction for Surrey
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has been working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government on future governance arrangements following local government reorganisation.
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First meeting of West Surrey Shadow Authority marks milestone for new council
The newly elected West Surrey Shadow Authority held its first meeting on 21 May marking an important step towards the new West Surrey Council assuming operational responsibilities in April 2027.
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First meeting of East Surrey Shadow Authority marks milestone for new council
The newly elected East Surrey Shadow Authority met for the first time on Wednesday 20 May 2026, marking an important milestone in the creation of the new East Surrey Council.
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East and West Surrey Joint Committees met for the final time before handing over to shadow councils
On Monday 11 May, the East and West Surrey Joint Committees held their final meetings at Guildford Borough Council offices.
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Results of the first election for the new East Surrey Council
Following today’s count (8 May 2026) for the East Surrey Council election, Liberal Democrats secured 40 of the 72 seats available meaning it holds the majority.
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Results of the first election for the new West Surrey Council
Following today’s count (8 May), for the West Surrey Council election, the Liberal Democrat Party won 56 of the 90 seats available - meaning it holds the majority.
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Voters urged to use their vote on 7 May 2026
With only one week until election day, we are urging voters to make sure they have their say on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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East and West Surrey Joint Committees agree key arrangements ahead of shadow councils
On 14 and 15 April 2026, councillors from the East Surrey and West Surrey Joint Committees met for their penultimate meetings.