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Tell us your views on A23 Great Street Design Code

Published on Wednesday, 6th December 2023

The Council is asking for views on a Design Code that aims to achieve a higher standard of design for new development in the area between Redhill and Horley through new planning guidance.

The show must go on: Harlequin panto reinvented as Big Top experience!

Published on Tuesday, 17th October 2023

Today, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council confirms that its pantomime will be relocated to a Big Top tent whilst The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema remains closed for the time being.

Harlequin Arts Takeover week

Published on Thursday, 5th October 2023

We are delighted to be bringing you the Harlequin Arts Takeover week from The Belfry shopping centre in the heart of Redhill, following the temporary closure of The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema.

Don’t lose your vote – check voter registration details

Published on Friday, 18th August 2023

Reigate & Banstead residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details or risk losing their chance to vote on decisions that affect them.

Calls for positive attitude to sport as Specsavers Surrey Youth Games end

Published on Wednesday, 28th June 2023

The Specsavers Surrey Youth Games 2023 came to a close on Saturday 17 June with calls for youngsters to develop a positive attitude towards sport and regular exercise.

Transformation plan for Redhill library announced by Surrey County Council

Published on Wednesday, 28th June 2023

Redhill library is set to benefit from a multi-million pound investment programme into Surrey’s libraries.

Cllr Biggs elected Council Leader and appoints new Executive

Published on Friday, 26th May 2023

Cllr Richard Biggs has been elected Leader of Reigate and Banstead Borough Council at the Annual Council meeting held at the Town Hall on Thursday 25 May 2023.

Public art ideas for Horley subway go on display

Published on Monday, 22nd May 2023

The first concepts for an exciting mural-style public art project in Horley subway have gone on show to find out what the public think of the designs.

The Belfry to offer late night parking for Redhill town centre visitors in deal with council

Published on Friday, 19th May 2023

Visitors to Redhill town centre and its new entertainment venue The Rise, will be able to enjoy convenient late-night parking in The Belfry Shopping Centre from June this year.

Improving local infrastructure – over £16m funding allocated during next five years

Published on Friday, 24th March 2023

Fifty-one projects to improve community buildings, transport, education, health, sports facilities and open spaces, flood risk and the environment will benefit from developer contributions funding.

New playing pitches and sports facilities study published

Published on Thursday, 23rd March 2023

A new playing pitches and sports facilities study has been published by the Council, which looks at the quality of existing facilities across the borough, owned by a range of organisations.

Housing fraud prosecution – woman sentenced to 12-month community order and ordered to pay Council costs

Published on Friday, 17th February 2023

Following a lengthy investigation by the Council’s Fraud and Financial investigations Team, a 46-year-old nurse pleaded guilty to housing fraud and was sentenced at Guildford Court.

Latest Horley High Street and subway designs on display, along with new plans for Central Car Park

Published on Friday, 10th February 2023

Detailed designs for improvements to Horley High Street and subway have gone on display at Horley Library, along with new designs for enhancements to Central Car Park, on show for the first time.

Latest developer contributions of £2.99m fund strategic and community improvement projects

Published on Tuesday, 17th January 2023

Many different projects benefitted from funding contributions last year, from a new Ambulance centre to new footpaths, defibrillators, refurbished community buildings and a tractor!

Sad passing of Honorary Alderman and former councillor Michael Selby

Published on Monday, 31st October 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Honorary Alderman and former borough councillor, Michael Selby on Wednesday 26 October 2022.

Have your say to help shape the design of new development between Redhill and Horley

Published on Monday, 15th August 2022

The Council is asking local people for their views to help develop a new ‘design code’ that will shape new development and create a ‘green corridor’ between Redhill and Horley.

Horley High Street and subway improvement plans go on display

Published on Tuesday, 2nd August 2022

Initial designs for improvements to Horley High Street and subway have gone on display at Horley Library.

£120,000 secured to help shape the design of new development between Redhill and Horley

Published on Tuesday, 15th March 2022

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council is one of 25 areas that will benefit from a share of £3 million funding as part of a Government pilot to support the development of local design codes.

Communities benefit from improvement projects and latest £2m developer contributions

Published on Monday, 24th January 2022

From community buildings and highway projects to playground equipment and improved footpaths, a wide range of local projects benefitted from developer contributions funding last year (2020-21).

Council’s Flagship Redhill development reaches its highest point

Published on Friday, 8th October 2021

Today an important milestone was celebrated at the Council’s new flagship development on Marketfield Way, Redhill, which will include a multi-screen cinema, shops, restaurants and homes.

Building a more sustainable future - Climate Change and Sustainable Construction Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) adopted

Published on Friday, 17th September 2021

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s Executive agreed to formally adopt the Climate Change and Sustainable Construction Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).

Reigate & Banstead pledge support for the Afghan crisis

Published on Thursday, 26th August 2021

As the situation develops in Afghanistan and many people are having to flee the country and seek refuge, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has committed to offering its support.

New Syrian recipe book captures best-loved recipes of families resettled in East Surrey

Published on Tuesday, 20th July 2021

A new Syrian recipe book, created during lockdown, has been published to capture some of the best-loved dishes of South-East Surrey’s Syrian community.

Surge testing to be deployed to control spread of Covid-19 variant in two areas within Reigate & Banstead from Friday 18 June

Published on Thursday, 17th June 2021

Area one is focused around Banstead, Walton-on-the-Hill and Tattenham Corner, while area two is Reigate town centre.

Reigate & Banstead high street trail promises half term family fun!

Published on Monday, 24th May 2021

This May half term, join in the fun as families track down the ‘Secret Carnival’ and its canny characters via their smartphones thanks to Reigate & Banstead Borough Council and High Street Safari.

A chance to give your views on the draft Climate Change and Sustainable Construction Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)

Published on Monday, 24th May 2021

Improving our environment and reducing our impact on the planet is a critical global goal. It is also an important ambition in the Council’s corporate plan and Environmental Sustainability Strategy.

What’s next for £1.5m Merstham Recreation Ground revamp?

Published on Monday, 15th March 2021

Following a consultation last autumn to get community feedback on ideas for a £1.5 million refurbishment of Merstham Recreation Ground, we have appointed a design team to develop the plans further.

Harlequin Theatre in Redhill to be added to rapid community testing initiative rolling out in Surrey

Published on Wednesday, 24th February 2021

Updated 1st July 2021 - Testing is no longer available at the Harlequin Theatre & Cinema. For up to date information please visit the Surrey County Council website.

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council announces new initiative to boost youth employment in East Surrey

Published on Monday, 22nd February 2021

The new initiative will launch on 1 March to help target the significant increase in unemployment among 18-24 years across East Surrey since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.

Tell us what you would like from your local community centre

Published on Friday, 12th February 2021

What could your local community centre offer to meet your needs and others in your community?

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council collaborates with borough’s major employers to launch website supporting local jobs and careers

Published on Monday, 1st February 2021

Today sees the launch of a new employment website developed by Reigate & Banstead Borough Council in collaboration with the borough’s major employers.

Crematorium planning application submitted to provide a local service

Published on Thursday, 28th January 2021

A planning application for a new crematorium and memorial garden in Woodhatch has been submitted by Reigate & Banstead Borough Council to provide a more local service for bereaved families.

Surrey partners working together to deal with dramatic rise in COVID-19

Published on Wednesday, 6th January 2021

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Reigate & Banstead raises more concerns over loss of affordable housing, essential infrastructure and local democracy in Government’s latest planning reform proposals

Published on Wednesday, 25th November 2020

Reigate & Banstead has highlighted a raft of concerns with the latest planning reform proposals in its robust formal response to the Government’s recent Planning for the future public consultation.

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