Leader's Statement: High Court denies coalition’s ULEZ expansion challenge Friday, 28 July, 2023 Cllr 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 place to minimise this. “ Our concerns... Local News
Surrey County Council Boosts Funding for Highways and Local Resident Priorities 8th February 2021 Transformation of Surrey County Council over the last 3 years has put the authority in a strong financial position. This has enabled a substantial increase to... Local News
Covid-19 inspection report praises Surrey Fire and Rescue Service 22nd January 2021 Surrey Fire and Rescue Service was inspected by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) in September 2020, regarding the... Local News
There is a clear commitment from all involved to ensure that our children continue to be well-fed throughout these difficult times 22nd January 2021 Watch the video here - https://fb.watch/3axeFdcN5T/ Local News
Extended free bus travel for bus pass users 21st January 2021 Elderly and disabled residents with concessionary bus passes will be able to enjoy free bus travel all day, every day from this week. As part of Surrey County... Local News
Surrey County Council drafts 2021/22 encouraging Budget 20th January 2021 Surrey County Council has published its draft 2021/22 budget, outlining how its secure financial position will continue to help guide Surrey through the COVID... Local News
Council’s boost to bus service in Stanwell 4th January 2021 Surrey County Council (SCC) has increased its funding for a key bus route to and from Staines and Heathrow Airport so it can continue to serve residents in the... Local News
Surrey County Council commits to tackling child poverty 9th December 2020 Surrey County Council has passed a Council motion to tackle child poverty through a system-wide approach. Yesterday, the Conservative motion stated that the... Local News
Support available for Surrey families struggling this winter 30th November 2020 Surrey County Council will ensure help is available for families struggling this winter, through the Government’s £170m COVID Winter Support Grant. Surrey is... Local News
County Council boost to bring in cleaner, greener buses 25th November 2020 A new scheme backed by £49m of county council funding has been announced to accelerate the introduction of ultra-low and zero emission buses in Surrey. The... Local News
Stay alert, control the virus, save lives: the Prime Minister's update 10th May 2020 The Prime Minister's address to the nation tells the nation: stay alert, control the virus, save lives. National News
The Prime Minister's Update: Tackling the Coronavirus 30th April 2020 The Prime Minister's latest update on April 30 on tackling Coronavirus. National News
We’re extending coronavirus testing to meet our 100,000 tests a day target 30th April 2020 From today, Coronavirus testing has been extended further to protect our most vulnerable and keep people safe. National News
How our Bounce Back Loans will boost small businesses affected by coronavirus 28th April 2020 Small businesses will benefit from a new fast-track finance scheme providing loans with a 100% government-backed guarantee for lenders, the Chancellor announced... National News
Boris Johnson: If we keep going, we will beat coronavirus together 27th April 2020 The Prime Minister has returned to Downing Street to lead the country in tackling coronavirus. He lays out the five tests for when we are moving to phase two of... National News
Coronavirus testing available to all essential workers 24th April 2020 All essential workers in England and members of their households who are showing symptoms of coronavirus will now be able to get tested. National News
