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
We’re signing the Armed Forces Covenant 1st October 2019 Veterans risked their lives for our country to keep us safe and protect the values we hold so dear. The Conservative Party stands behind our Armed Forces. National News
Why we’re implementing Magnitsky’s Law 1st October 2019 Once we have left the EU we will implement the ‘Magnitsky’ provisions of the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. That way, those responsible for human... National News
Our gigabit rural broadband plan for the UK 1st October 2019 Investment in rural broadband is vital. Broadband is not just essential for businesses across the United Kingdom, but it also makes areas more attractive places... National News
Our spending boost to tackle adult mental illness 1st October 2019 Provision of community services for people with serious mental illness has historically not been a focus of mental health reforms. National News
How we’re planning to invest in our communities 30th September 2019 Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, has set out major new plans for investment alongside further measures to tackle the housing crisis. National News
5 key points you must know about our new housing policy 30th September 2019 Robert Jenrick, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, will announce that tenants in new housing association properties will be given... National News
