Devolution And Local Government Reorganisation- Response To The Government’s Consultation On Local Government Reorganisation In Surrey
August 1, 2025 Chief Executive (Officer) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
...to submit a cover letter to the government alongside the joint consultation response regarding local government reorganisation in Surrey, which had been agreed upon by the Cabinet on July 22, 2025.
Full council record
Purpose
On 1 August 2025 the Leader of Surrey County Council, jointly with Elmbridge Borough Council and Mole Valley District Council, submitted the joint LGR Consultation Response to the Minister of Local Government and English Devolution.
The Consultation Response, approved by Cabinet on 22 July 2025, was accompanied by a submission cover letter which was jointly drafted by Surrey County Council, Elmbridge Borough Council and Mole Valley District Council.
The Cover Letter is attached. No changes were made to the substantive joint Consultation Response following approval by Cabinet on 22 July 2025.
Decision
Decision made:
It was AGREED that:
- The cover letter would be submitted to government in addition to the joint consultation response agreed by Cabinet on 22 July 2025.
Reasons for Decision:
The cover letter was submitted to provide the Minister of Local Government and English Devolution with an introduction to, and summary of, the joint consultation response.
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Details
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 1 Aug 2025 |