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Cabinet - Tuesday, 27 January 2026 2.00 pm
January 27, 2026 at 2:00 pm Cabinet View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
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The Cabinet of Surrey Council was scheduled to consider a range of important matters, including the final budget for 2026-27, proposals for the future of primary school places in Reigate, and the admission arrangements for 2027. Other key discussions were planned around the Extra Care Housing Strategy and the future of the Twelve15 service.
Final Budget for 2026-27
The meeting was scheduled to review the final budget proposals for the financial year 2026-27. This included consideration of pressures and efficiencies, detailed revenue budgets, and the capital programme. The report pack also contained projected earmarked reserves and balances.
Future of Primary School Places in Reigate
A report was scheduled to be presented regarding the future of primary school places in Reigate. The document outlined why the school in its current form could not remain at Priory Park, and included information on planning decisions, a letter from RPJS, the terms of reference for a working group, and a summary of discussions with a parent carer reference group.
Admission Arrangements for 2027
The Cabinet was scheduled to discuss the proposed admission arrangements for 2027. This included details on pupil admission numbers (PANs), shared sibling priority sites, and the specific catchment areas for Stamford Green Primary School and Walton on the Hill. A Special Information Form (SIF) for medical and social applicants was also to be considered.
Extra Care Housing Strategy
The meeting was scheduled to consider the Extra Care Housing Strategy, with a specific focus on a 250-year lease for affordable extra care housing. An Equality Impact Assessment for the strategy was also included in the documentation.
Twelve15 Service
Discussions were planned regarding the future of the Twelve15 service, which provides services for children and young people. A report from the RPSC (Review of Performance and Scrutiny Committee) to the Cabinet Member for Finance concerning the Twelve15 service was scheduled, along with the Cabinet's response to these recommendations. The documentation also included frequently asked questions for staff and schools, and an indicative timeline for the service.
Other Scheduled Discussions
The meeting was also scheduled to address:
- Home to School Transport: A petition and response concerning home to school transport between Lightwater and Collingwood was listed for discussion.
- Cabinet Member of the Month: The nomination of Kevin Deanus for Cabinet Member of the Month in January 2026 was scheduled to be noted.
- Decisions Taken Since Last Cabinet: A summary of decisions taken by the Cabinet Member since the previous meeting was to be reviewed.
- Orbis Services: A report on Orbis Services was scheduled for consideration.
- DLGR Update: An update from the Department for Local Government and Regeneration (DLGR) was planned.
- Member and Public Questions: The agenda included time for members and the public to ask questions.
The information available does not confirm whether the meeting took place or if any decisions were made. The details above reflect only what was scheduled to be discussed based on the provided report pack.
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