Surrey local government reorganisation consultation
Have your say on the future of Surrey’s councils.
On Friday 9 May, all district and borough councils and Surrey County Council, submitted their final proposals on the reorganisation of local government in Surrey to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG).
In response, the government has launched a formal 7-week statutory consultation open until Tuesday 5 August 2025.
It’s now time to formally share your views on the proposals by taking part in the consultation.
Options available to comment on
The consultation is on 2 options:
- 2 unitaries, an east and a west Surrey, supported by Surrey County Council and two districts and borough councils
- 3 unitaries, an east, west and north Surrey, supported by nine districts and borough councils
Whilst both models appear to be financially viable, the advocates of the 3-unitary proposal, which includes Woking, believe that it 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.
Take part in the consultation – MHCLG
Other ways to have your say
Alternatively, you can take part in the consultation by email or post.
Email: lgreorganisation@communities.gov.uk
Write to:
LGR Consultation
Fry Building 2NE
Ministry of Housing
Communities and Local Government
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF