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Local Government Reorganisation Consultation

Local Government Reorganisation Consultation

Have your say on the future of Surrey’s councils

On Friday 9 May, all district and borough councils across Surrey, including Surrey County Council, submitted their final Local Government Reorganisation Plan to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

In response, the government has launched a formal statutory consultation open for 7 weeks until Tuesday, 5 August.

You can have your say by taking part via Citizen Space using the link below. 

Whilst not a traditional public consultation, it gives residents, community groups and stakeholders the chance to view the proposals and share their views. 

The consultation presents a two-unitary model and a three-unitary model: 

  • One, proposed by Surrey County Council, would create two unitary authorities. 
  • The other, supported by nine district and borough councils, would establish three new unitary councils. 

Both models are financially viable. The three-unitary proposal provides a stronger long-term foundation for high-quality local government, including:

  • Stronger public services designed around local needs
  • Better alignment with local identities and communities
  • Greater opportunities for economic growth and infrastructure delivery
  • More responsive and accountable local governance.

Surrey is changing. Make sure your voice is part of the conversation. Access the consultation and have your say below.

Share your views

Alternatively you can take part in the consultation by email to lgreorganisation@communities.gov.uk or in writing to LGR Consultation, Fry Building 2NE, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, 2 Marsham Street, London SW1P 4DF.