Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 4, 2026

Purpose: To present to Members the extension to Elmbridge’s Play Strategy (2026 to 2029) which provides strategic direction for the improvement of play provision and fixed play equipment in the Borough prior to the vesting of the new Unitary Authority.

Content: Resolved that   (a)       the Play Strategy (2026 to 2029) and action plan be approved;   (b)       the 3-year fixed play equipment refurbishment programme for the play areas be approved; and   (c)        authority be delegated to the Strategic Director (Place and Community), in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Culture and Commercial Strategy, to approve future amendments to the action plan within the context provided by the Strategy.