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Have Your Say on the Future of Local Government in Surrey

Published on Tuesday, 17th June 2025

Residents across Surrey are being urged to take part in a landmark Government consultation that will help determine the future shape of local government in the county.

Executive to agree next steps on The Harlequin Theatre and potential new Redhill arts and culture venue

Published on Tuesday, 10th June 2025

On Thursday 19 June, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s Executive will be asked to decide on the next steps for The Harlequin Theatre and the creation of a new arts and cultural venue in Redhill.

Reigate & Banstead supports three unitary councils in Surrey and confirms desire to be in the same authority as Crawley for today’s Local Government Reorganisation submission

Published on Friday, 9th May 2025

At council meetings this week, Reigate & Banstead councillors confirmed support for a three unitary arrangement in Surrey.

A park for the whole community - new-look Merstham Recreation Ground opens

Published on Friday, 9th May 2025

The new-look Merstham Recreation Ground has opened following its £3 million refurbishment programme to create a park for the whole community.

Reigate & Banstead publishes proposals for local government organisation for consideration by Councillors

Published on Wednesday, 30th April 2025

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has published proposals for local government reorganisation ahead of discussion at its Full Council meeting on Tuesday 6 May.

Housing protocol agreed for people with mental health needs

Published on Thursday, 3rd April 2025

An agreement between councils and NHS services in Surrey will help people with mental health needs find housing and avoid delays in leaving hospital.

Reigate & Banstead asks residents for input to local government reorganisation plans

Published on Monday, 31st March 2025

Today, 31 March, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council launches a survey to gain insights from local residents to help shape the future of local government.

Reigate & Banstead backs three unitary model in Surrey whilst continuing to explore options to collaborate with Crawley Borough Council

Published on Friday, 21st March 2025

At the Extraordinary Full Council meeting on Wednesday 19 March, councillors were asked to consider the Interim Plan for local government reorganisation developed by Surrey authorities.

Council sets a balanced budget for the year ahead

Published on Friday, 14th February 2025

Reigate and Banstead’s 2025/26 financial budget was approved at yesterday’s (13 February) meeting of the Full Council.

Council proposes removal of permitted development rights to protect borough’s town and local centres

Published on Thursday, 13th February 2025

The Council is proposing to put in place an Article 4 direction, to remove permitted development rights to convert ground floor commercial units in town and local centres to residential properties.

Developer contributions fund over £3.7m in strategic and community improvement projects

Published on Wednesday, 12th February 2025

From April 2023 to March 2024, £3.778m has been spent on improvement projects, including play areas, greenspaces, sports facilities, community buildings and energy-saving measures in the borough.

Executive commits £10 million to The Harlequin Theatre

Published on Friday, 31st January 2025

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council's Executive agreed to earmark up to £10 million for work to bring The Harlequin Theatre back into use at its meeting on Thursday 30 January.

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council adapts to the government’s new Simpler Recycling legislation

Published on Friday, 13th December 2024

In readiness for new legislation, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s Executive has agreed changes to the borough’s domestic and commercial waste and recycling services.

5 December update: Harlequin Theatre building, Redhill

Published on Thursday, 5th December 2024

Following our recent update, the Council has now received additional information about the condition of The Harlequin Theatre, Redhill – including indicative costs.

Horley open spaces survey – tell us your views

Published on Wednesday, 4th December 2024

We, together with Horley Town Council, want to hear from residents, visitors and local groups to help improve sport, exercise and play facilities in open spaces in Horley.

Update: Harlequin Theatre, Redhill and arts and cultural provision

Published on Tuesday, 19th November 2024

Cllr Richard Biggs, Council Leader, said: “We committed to keeping residents informed about how work on The Harlequin Theatre, and alternative arts provision whilst it's not accessible, is developing.

Give your views in polling districts and polling places review

Published on Wednesday, 13th November 2024

The Council is carrying out a review of polling districts and polling places and is asking residents, disability groups and other interested parties to give their views.

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

Published on Monday, 23rd September 2024

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

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.

Harlequin Theatre & Cinema update

Published on Friday, 16th August 2024

Outcome of Executive meeting on 15 August 2024.

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

“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.

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

Published on Monday, 29th July 2024

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

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

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

Published on Friday, 28th June 2024

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

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

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

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.

Results of the local elections in Reigate & Banstead

Published on Friday, 3rd May 2024

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

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

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

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.

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

Published on Tuesday, 26th March 2024

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.

The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema expected to be closed for some time

Published on Wednesday, 14th February 2024

The Harlequin Theatre & Cinema building remains closed due to the extensive presence of RAAC.

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.

The Harlequin Theatre and Cinema will remain closed until 20 October

Published on Thursday, 28th September 2023

The Harlequin Theatre and Cinema will remain closed until Friday 20 October, whilst specialist survey work goes on, following the discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC).

The Harlequin Theatre has been closed as a precaution

Published on Tuesday, 26th September 2023

The Harlequin Theatre and Cinema has been closed today (26 September) as a precaution following the potential discovery of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC).

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.

The show will go on: the Harlequin reveals its reopening date…and receives a Culture Recovery Fund award

Published on Tuesday, 13th April 2021

The Harlequin Theatre and Cinema in Redhill is sharing two pieces of good news with its customers and the local community.

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.

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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