Elmbridge news
 Progress continues with Surrey’s transition to East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council
On 18 and 19 February, the joint committees for East and West Surrey unitary councils continued their preparations for the April 2027 transition.
During their meetings, both voluntary committees:
- reaffirmed their commitment to creating strong, modern councils that deliver high‑quality services and ensure a seamless transition
- adopted the core working principles of collaboration, trust, honesty, representation, respect for expertise and accountability
- received an update on the Implementation Plan that will drive the transition to the new east and west Surrey unitary councils in April 2027
- set out a transparent process for filling key statutory posts and establishing an Independent Remuneration Panel for councillor allowances
- underscored the importance of clear communication with residents about upcoming changes and the election process, supporting continued updates through the Future Surrey website, social media, newsletters, community venues, and printed information delivered to households.
The meeting papers, the full list of councillors for each committee and the webcasts are available to view.
 Strong Roots: an evening with Olia Hercules
We look forward to welcoming author Olia Hercules for the next Royston Pike talk on Wednesday 11 March, 7:30pm at Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre in Walton.
Olia Hercules will be sharing her Ukrainian family’s extraordinary story of resilience, belonging and heritage through generations.
Tickets cost £4 and can be purchased through the Riverhouse Barn website.
 Echoes of War exhibition ends this week
The exhibition shares untold stories of local life on the Home Front during WWII, as part of VE and VJ Day commemorations. Through hands-on workshops, creative sessions and a multi-sensory exhibition, it connects generations and celebrates the resilience of our community.
Venue: Elmbridge Civic Centre, High Street, Esher KT10 9SD
Date: 4 to 27 February 2026
Opening hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm
 Local CIL funding applications are open
Don't forget the annual local Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding round is open, and applications can be submitted until midnight on Sunday 15 March 2026.
Successful local CIL applications have included projects such as improvements to state schools to better enable them to meet the needs of an increasing school population, improvements to community facilities and play areas, footpath works and countryside access improvements.
 Surrey-wide landlord’s webinar on the Renters’ Rights Act
The Renters' Rights Act will mark a range of important changes for the rental sector including:
- an end to “no fault” evictions and fixed term contracts
- new rules on when rent can be increased
- how properties can be advertised
- fair consideration with regards to tenants owning pets in their rental property
To help landlords prepare, we are hosting a free webinar on Wednesday 11 March, from 6pm to 8:30pm, where residential landlord and tenant law expert, Tessa Shepperson, will be sharing her expertise and taking questions.
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