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

Published on Friday, 13th December 2024 in News and media news

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 in News and media news

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 in News and media news

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 in News and media news

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.

Lucy returns to the popular ‘Narnia’ trail at Banstead Woods

Published on Tuesday, 19th November 2024 in Countryside news

Visitors to Banstead Woods can once again meet Lucy Pevensie as she waits by the lamppost in our Narnia-themed nature trail. The new sculpture replaces the one removed in 2021 due to natural decay.

Public Consultation to help shape 2025/26 budget launches today

Published on Monday, 18th November 2024 in Your Council news

An eight-week consultation starts today (18 November) on Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s draft budget for the financial year 2025/26.

New solar-powered bins to help tackle litter and reduce the borough’s carbon footprint

Published on Friday, 15th November 2024 in Environment news

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council is installing more than 120 new solar-powered litter bins across the borough.

Give your views in polling districts and polling places review

Published on Wednesday, 13th November 2024 in News and media news

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.

Honorary Freeman Colin Sutherland dies aged 90

Published on Thursday, 7th November 2024 in Your Council news

A resident who served this borough for over 60 years and was in August made an Honorary Freeman for services to our community has died.

Reigate on Ice is returning to Priory Park

Published on Monday, 21st October 2024 in Leisure news

The popular Reigate on Ice is returning to the beautiful setting of Priory Park and promises more sparkle and more fun than ever before.

Fly tipping leads to closure of recycling site at Tattenham Corner

Published on Friday, 11th October 2024 in Recycling and waste news

Due to continuing high levels of fly tipping at The Mound car park, Tattenham Corner, Reigate & Banstead Borough Council will be closing its recycling site at this location permanently on 17 October.

Banstead Pantry celebrates successful opening with launch event

Published on Wednesday, 9th October 2024 in Your Council news

Banstead Pantry celebrated its opening last month with a launch event on 7 October, attended by representatives from Raven Housing Trust, Good Company, and Reigate & Banstead Borough Council.

Surrey schools take home £6,000 thanks to Rethink Waste

Published on Tuesday, 8th October 2024 in Recycling and waste news

Six Surrey schools, including two from Reigate & Banstead, have been awarded a total of £6,000 as part of the Rethink Waste scheme.

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

Published on Monday, 7th October 2024 in Safer Redhill news

The Safer Redhill partnership is encouraging people visiting, working or living in Redhill to report anti-social behaviour (ASB) and keep the town centre safer for everyone to enjoy.

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 News and media 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.

Nominations for the 2025 Reigate & Banstead Sports Awards are now open!