New hydrogen powered buses driving a greener future in Surrey
WEB7 hours ago · A fleet of 34 new, cleaner and greener buses will take to Surrey’s roads this month. Surrey County Council is investing over £16m to accelerate the introduction of zero emission buses. The fully accessible vehicles operate using green hydrogen and have a range of up to 600 miles. They offer a smooth, quiet ride with….
New welfare unit arrives at Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, after ...
WEB4 hours ago · Following the signing of an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Salvation Army, a new welfare unit has arrived at Woking Fire Station to support firefighters during incidents. The new MOU between both organisations will see the unit introduced to the service’s support for crews when …
Surrey County Council appoints new Chief Executive
WEBApr 4, 2024 · Surrey County Council has appointed Terence Herbert as its new Chief Executive. Terence, currently Chief Executive at Wiltshire Council, was chosen after a robust recruitment process to find a replacement for Joanna Killian. Subject to formal ratification at an extraordinary Full Council meeting on 9 April 2024, Terence is expected to take over as Chief…
New Deputy Chief Executive & Executive Director of Finance
WEB10 hours ago · Surrey County Council has appointed Andy Brown as its new Executive Director of Finances and Corporate Services following a robust recruitment process. Mr Brown, currently Deputy Chief Executive and Corporate Director Resources at Wiltshire Council, is expected to join the council next month subject to ratification by Full Council on 8 …
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WEBToday marks the start of a four-week consultation on the future of the community recycling centre at Bagshot in Surrey. Following a recent review of the operation, Surrey County Council is recommending the closure of Bagshot Community Recycling Centre (CRC) due to: The closure of the site is recommended on the above grounds but …
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WEBCllr Tim Oliver, Leader of Surrey County Council said: “Whilst we respect today’s court decision, it is incredibly disappointing. “This has always been about protecting Surrey residents, many of whom will now be significantly socially and financially impacted by the Mayor’s decision as they go about essential, everyday journeys, without any mitigation in …
Surrey County Council re-launches solar panel buying scheme for ...
WEBJun 12, 2023 · Surrey residents can boost local renewable energy generation, cut carbon emissions and save on their energy bills with a new community led initiative to install solar panels for less. As part of a group-buying scheme, residents are now able to come together to invest in renewables for solar panels and battery storage, confident in the…
Fast-track your career for free with Surrey’s Skills Bootcamps
WEBJul 11, 2024 · Hundreds of residents across Surrey can fast track their careers for free thanks to a range of courses in nine exciting and growing sectors. Surrey County Council is offering anyone aged 19 and over the opportunity to gain new skills and boost their earnings via a range of Skills Bootcamps. These government-funded courses are flexible….
Two Surrey leaders, Tim Oliver and Rachael Wardell, awarded …
WEBJun 14, 2024 · Congratulations to Tim Oliver, Leader of Surrey County Council and Rachael Wardell, Executive Director of Children, Families and Lifelong Learning at Surrey County Council who have both been awarded OBEs in The King’s Birthday Honours list 2024. Tim receives his Honour as Councillor and Leader for services to Local Government, and Rachael for services to…
On demand bus service launches in five more Surrey towns
WEBAug 31, 2023 · Surrey connect, is an on-demand bus service which will be available from 4 September across Tandridge, Farnham, Cranleigh, West Guildford and Longcross, in addition to the already established service in Mole Valley, to help residents travel sustainably. Rather than being restricted by traditional bus timetables, the …