Penny Rivers

Council - Tuesday, 8 December 2026 10.00 am

Council - Tuesday, 13 October 2026 10.00 am

The Surrey County Council meeting on Tuesday 13 October 2026 addressed the upcoming local government reorganisation, the appointment of an external auditor, and amendments to the council's constitution. Key discussions included the opt-in to a national auditor appointment scheme for new authorities, changes to the scheme of delegation for planning applications, and the 2026-27 Youth Justice Plan.

Council - Tuesday, 14 July 2026 10.00 am

The County Council meeting on 14 July 2026 saw the formal election of a new councillor, Terry Weldon for the Haslemere division, and included a Leader's statement that highlighted the council's achievements and preparations for local government reorganisation. Key discussions also revolved around climate change adaptation, the challenges of SEND provision, and the future of local government structures in Surrey.

AGM, Council - Tuesday, 19 May 2026 10.00 am

The Surrey County Council held its Annual General Meeting, marking the final term of the council before its reorganisation into two unitary authorities. Key decisions included the election of Tim Hall as Chair and Bernie Muir as Vice-Chair for the upcoming civic year. The meeting also addressed the significant financial challenges facing the county, particularly concerning the debt inherited by the new West Surrey unitary authority.

Council - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 10.00 am

The Council meeting on Tuesday 17 March 2026 addressed the significant implications of the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Surrey, with extensive debate on the financial outlook, service delivery, and the historical identity of the Spelthorne area. Key decisions included the approval of an updated Officer Code of Conduct and a policy to permit residents to apply for approved cross-pavement EV charging solutions. The council also voted to ask the government to name the new western unitary authority 'West Surrey and South Middlesex', a motion that passed despite some abstentions.