Purpose

That Cabinet considers progress on work to date on devolution and local government reorganisation (DLGR) and takes decisions on any recommendations as appropriate.

Decision

RESOLVED:

1. That Cabinet notes the latest developments of Surrey’s Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) programme.
2. That Cabinet notes the Expression of Interest for a Foundation Strategic Authority in Surrey submitted to government on 20th March 2026.

Reasons for Decisions:

Cabinet is asked to note the latest developments in the Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) Programme in line with the Council’s commitment to openness and transparency with residents and wider partners on the D&LGR programme as Surrey transitions to two new unitary authorities.

Cabinet is being updated on the Government’s recent invitation to submit Expressions of Interest for Foundation Strategic Authorities, as this represents a significant development in national devolution policy.

(The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Resources and Performance Select Committee)