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
Our Future Fund for supporting innovative British businesses 21st April 2020 We’re supporting start-ups by delivering £250m of new government funding to innovative businesses across the United Kingdom. National News
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications 21st April 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has opened for applications – and will provide support for millions of businesses and employees across the UK. National News
Why we’re extending the Coronavirus lockdown 17th April 2020 The Government announced that the social distancing measures currently in place to tackle the coronavirus will continue for at least the next three weeks. National News
Our £750 million support package for charities during the Coronavirus outbreak 9th April 2020 This Government’s announced an unprecedented £750 million package of support for charities – ensuring they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus... National News
Business Secretary Alok Sharma: we'll tackle Coronavirus together 6th April 2020 The Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, wrote for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic. National News
Read the Queen's Coronavirus address in full 6th April 2020 The Queen speaks to the nation about the challenges we are facing as a country in the weeks ahead. National News
