https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:17:01 +0000 Sun, 11 Oct 2026 09:17:01 +0000 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/41/views-sought-on-proposed-council-tax-reduction-schemes Consultations are launching across Surrey to help shape the Council Tax Reduction Schemes that will operate from April 2027.  Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:58:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/40/woking-and-guildford-recommended-as-future-west-surrey-council-headquarters-from-1-april-2027 Woking Borough Council offices and Victoria Gate in Woking have been recommended as the preferred locations for West Surrey Council's Operational Headquarters. Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/39/preparations-continue-as-east-surrey-council-takes-shape On 24 September, the East Surrey Shadow Authority reviewed progress on establishing the new council, including workforce planning, governance, technology, finance and organisational development. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:07:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/38/progress-continues-towards-a-modern-and-accountable-west-surrey-council West Surrey Council preparations are progressing, with shadow councillors approving governance arrangements to support transparent, accountable decision-making from day one. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/37/help-shape-your-future-council-websites Residents, businesses, community groups and visitors across Surrey are being invited to help shape the future East Surrey and West Surrey council websites by taking part in a short online survey. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:04:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/36/west-surrey-council-preparations-continue-to-gather-pace Preparations for the launch of West Surrey Council are continuing as Surrey's local government reorganisation programme moves forward. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/35/plans-for-east-surrey-council-continue-to-progress Plans for the new East Surrey Council continue to move forward as Surrey's local government reorganisation programme progresses with the full support of both central government and Surrey leaders. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:48:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/34/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. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:26:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/33/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. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:39:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/32/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. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:16:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/31/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). Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:18:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/30/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. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/29/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. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:53:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/28/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. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:06:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/27/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 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/26/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. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/24/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. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/25/east-surrey-council-set-to-confirm-new-chief-executive Subject to agreement at a full council meeting on 29 July, East Surrey Shadow Council is set to confirm its permanent Chief Executive.  Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/23/east-surrey-council-sets-out-vision-for-the-future East Surrey Shadow Authority Leader, Councillor Steve Wotton, has set out the initial vision for the future East Surrey Council. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100 https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/news/article/22/residents-invited-to-help-shape-new-east-and-west-surrey-council-brands Residents from across Surrey are invited to get involved to help shape the brand identities of the new East and West Surrey councils.  Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:08:00 +0100