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Resident fined £2,000 for burning plastics and other waste

Published on Friday, 27th September 2024 in Environment news

A resident has been fined a total of £2,000 after Reigate & Banstead Borough Council took him to court for burning plastics and other waste in his backyard.

Bright is first Freewoman of Reigate & Banstead

Published on Tuesday, 24th September 2024 in Your Council news

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has honoured footballer Millie Bright with the title of Honorary Freewoman for services to sport.

Arts and culture in Reigate & Banstead - we want to hear from you

Published on Monday, 23rd September 2024 in News and media news

We are holding five drop-in engagement events across the borough to better understand the needs of individuals, groups and communities relating to arts, cultural space and activities.

Council successfully defends legal challenge from Tesco

Published on Monday, 23rd September 2024 in Planning applications news

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has successfully defended a High Court challenge from Tesco Stores Ltd regarding a planning application decision for a Lidl store in Horley.

Have your say on your Council’s next five years

Published on Monday, 23rd September 2024 in Council policy news

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has launched an eight-week consultation on a draft plan that sets out its priorities for 2025 to 2030.

CCTV in Reigate & Banstead - update

Published on Friday, 20th September 2024 in Community safety news

The Council’s Executive has agreed proposals to upgrade CCTV cameras in 22 town centre locations and to remain open to the possibility that further locations are identified as details are finalised.

Council apprentice wins Gold at SME Surrey Business Awards

Published on Wednesday, 18th September 2024 in Environment news

An apprentice at Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has won the Gold award for Best Apprentice of the Year at this year’s SME Surrey Business Awards.

Landlord handed £31,840 fine over multiple offences

Published on Monday, 16th September 2024 in Your Council news

A local landlord has been ordered to pay a substantial amount in fines and costs after being taken to court by Reigate & Banstead Borough Council.

New play equipment coming to three of the borough’s play areas

Published on Thursday, 22nd August 2024 in Parks and countryside news

The play areas at Fairfax Avenue, Redhill, Somerset Road, Meadvale, and Woodmansterne Rec will be getting a revamp as part of Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s play replacement programme.

Harlequin Theatre & Cinema update

Published on Friday, 16th August 2024 in News and media news

Outcome of Executive meeting on 15 August 2024.

Revised dog controls in Reigate & Banstead to limit dog walkers to four dogs

Published on Monday, 12th August 2024 in Anti-social behaviour news

A new borough-wide rule, limiting a dog walker to four dogs, has been introduced by Reigate & Banstead Borough Council, following a review of its dog public space protection orders (PSPOs).

Joint statement from the political parties of Reigate & Banstead Borough Council on public disorder and unrest across the country.

Published on Friday, 9th August 2024 in News and media news

“Over the last week we have seen the shocking reports of civil unrest and violent disorder in many towns and cities in the UK over the past few days.

Recommendation published ahead of Council Executive to discuss The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema

Published on Wednesday, 7th August 2024 in Leisure news

On Thursday 15 August, the Executive of Reigate & Banstead Borough Council will meet to discuss options for the future of The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema.

82 honoured at Reigate & Banstead Volunteer Awards

Published on Thursday, 1st August 2024 in Community news

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has honoured 82 individuals with awards for their selfless service to the borough and its communities.

Love your parks and help shape the borough’s Greenspaces Strategy

Published on Monday, 29th July 2024 in News and media news

We are inviting everyone who visits our green spaces to help shape a new strategy that will make sure our parks and open spaces continue to meet the needs of local people and wildlife.

Reigate & Banstead is on a mission to help people live with less plastic

Published on Friday, 26th July 2024 in News and media news

Reigate & Banstead has become a ‘Refill Destination’ and is pledging to help turn the tide on plastic pollution.

Council awards volunteers for long service as part of celebrations to mark 50 years

Published on Monday, 22nd July 2024 in Community news

Thirty three community heroes from across the borough were rewarded with a Long Service Awards for their volunteering efforts and selfless service to communities at a special ceremony on July 11.

Are you ready to have your say on election day, Thursday 4 July?

Published on Friday, 28th June 2024 in Voting and elections news

With only a few days left until the UK parliamentary general election, we are urging Reigate & Banstead voters to make sure they are ready to vote on Thursday 4 July.

Make sure you’re registered before it’s too late

Published on Monday, 17th June 2024 in News and media news

To vote in the general election on 4 July, you must be registered to vote before the deadline of midnight on 18 June 2024.

Memorial Park pavilion café welcomes new operator, Florrie’s

Published on Tuesday, 11th June 2024 in Parks news

Memorial Park pavilion café in Redhill will reopen in July, following a re-letting process and redecoration, welcoming local, family-run venture, Florrie’s.

Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Council Leader and Executive appointed at 50th anniversary at Annual Council meeting

Published on Thursday, 23rd May 2024 in Your Council news

Cllr Eddy Humphreys was re-elected as Mayor of Reigate & Banstead for a second term at the Council’s 50th anniversary Annual Council meeting held at the Town Hall on Thursday 23 May 2024.

Roger Newstead and David Pay appointed Aldermen for outstanding service to borough

Published on Friday, 17th May 2024 in Your Council news

Two former long-serving councillors who also both served three terms as Mayor of the Borough of Reigate & Banstead have been made Honorary Aldermen by the Council.

Results of the local elections in Reigate & Banstead

Published on Friday, 3rd May 2024 in Voting and elections news

Find out which councillors were elected or re-elected to represent you on Reigate & Banstead Borough Council.

Result of the Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner elections

Published on Friday, 3rd May 2024 in News and media news

The final result of the election for Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner has now been declared.

Turnout for Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner elections

Published on Friday, 3rd May 2024 in Voting and elections news

All districts and boroughs across Surrey are counting ballot papers today, 3 May, for the Police and Crime Commissioner elections for the Surrey Police force area.

One week to go - a guide to polling day on 2 May

Published on Wednesday, 24th April 2024 in Voting and elections news

When do polling stations open? What if I’ve lost my poll card? Can I take my children? Here’s a guide, answering the most common questions we get asked around polling day.

Nominations for Reigate & Banstead Volunteer Awards 2024 now open

Published on Thursday, 18th April 2024 in Your Council news

Nominations for the Reigate and Banstead Volunteer Awards 2024 have opened today (Thursday 18 April).

Candidates announced for Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner elections on 2 May

Published on Monday, 8th April 2024 in Voting and elections news

Four candidates are standing for the Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner elections on Thursday 2 May 2024.

Priory Park Café to open after renovation, Lady Neville and Memorial Park to follow

Published on Tuesday, 26th March 2024 in Parks and countryside news

We are delighted to announce that the pavilion at Priory Park in Reigate will open for business from Tuesday 02 April following a successful letting process and refit.

Local people asked to be part of the solution for tackling anti-social behaviour