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WEBA fleet of 34 new, cleaner and greener buses will take to Surrey’s roads this month. Surrey County Council is investing over £16m to accelerate the introduction of zero emission buses. The fully accessible vehicles operate using green hydrogen and have a range of up to 600 miles. They offer a smooth, quiet ride with ….
Surrey’s County Deal agreed with government | Surrey News
WEBPosted by SCC ⋅March 6, 2024. Surrey’s County Deal agreement has been confirmed by the Chancellor of the Exchequer as part of the government’s Spring Budget today. Following the announcement of the intention to pursue a deal at the Autumn Statement last year, Surrey County Council officials have been working with the Department of ...
Surrey County Council budget approved
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · Surrey County Council has set its budget for the next financial year, despite increasing pressure on local government finances. The councils 2024/25 budget includes more support for children with additional needs and disabilities, and greater investment in roads and buses. With costs of delivering services rising faster than the council’s income, a combination of efficiency…
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WEBCllr 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 …
Surrey County Council appoints new Chief Executive
WEBApr 4, 2024 · Surrey County Council has appointed Terence Herbert as its new Chief Executive. Terence, currently Chief Executive at Wiltshire Council, was chosen after a robust recruitment process to find a replacement for Joanna Killian. Subject to formal ratification at an extraordinary Full Council meeting on 9 April 2024, Terence is expected to take over as Chief…
New Chief Executive starts at Surrey County Council
WEBAug 19, 2024 · Terence Herbert has today started as the new chief executive of Surrey County Council.. Terence joins from Wiltshire Council, where he was appointed Chief Executive in June 2020. Prior to this he held a number of senior leadership roles including Head of Service for Safeguarding, Associate Director for Children’s Services, Executive Director for Children & Families, Leisure & Communities ...
Surrey on track to set balanced budget
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Public services in Surrey are facing huge financial pressures but the County Council is on track to set a balanced budget. Surrey County Council’s draft budget, agreed at a Cabinet Meeting today, reflects the impact of inflation making services like highways maintenance, adult social care and children’s services much more costly to deliver.
Summary of Surrey County Council’s Cabinet Meeting (25th …
WEBOct 26, 2022 · Surrey County Council’s Cabinet met this week and the important announcements are summarised below: A County Deal for Surrey. Cabinet was updated on the progress made with plans for a Surrey County Deal and agreed with the recommendations outlined in the report. The report contained a core set of proposals for inclusion in a County Deal and ...
A County Deal for Surrey
WEBPosted by SCC ⋅ November 22, 2023. Following the Chancellor’s announcement in the Autumn Statement regarding the extension of devolution and further County Deals, Surrey County Council is engaging in discussions with Government on a Level 2 County Deal. The proposed County Deal will see the devolution of the following functions to Surrey:
Surrey County Council leads new task force to reduce traffic …
WEBJul 10, 2024 · Surrey County Council has established a critical new task force to reduce the impact of utility roadworks and drive better coordination and communication of works across Surrey’s road network. Utility companies’ demands in Surrey are amongst the top five highest in the UK with 88 works starting every day in the last twelve months. In…