How to contact local police teams
The outgoing Borough Commander, Jon Vale, and the incoming Borough Commander, Lyndsey Whatley, attended the Overview and Scrutiny Committee’s Annual Community Safety Partnership meeting in January. 
The following link was provided to help Members and residents contact their local Police teams: Your area | Surrey Police
This webpage also contains a link to email the team inbox, which is monitored by the team sergeants, as well as details on local priorities and upcoming community meetings.
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Virtual events in support of councillors
Handling online abuse and intimidation for councillors (virtual event)
Thursday 19 February 2026, 2.00pm-3.30pm
As part of the LGA’s support for councillor safety, we are offering this session for councillors to build confidence around handling online abuse and intimidation, a growing problem faced by many councillors.
Book now: Handling online abuse and intimidation for council
Safer canvassing (virtual event)
Thursday 5 March 2026, 2.00pm-3.30pm
As part of the LGA’s support for councillor safety, we are offering this session for councillors to build confidence around handling online abuse and intimidation, a growing problem faced by many councillors
Book now: Safer canvassing
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New Year 2027 Honours nominations: Deadline – midnight Friday 6 March 2026
The Honours system recognises people who have made outstanding achievements in public life, made life better for people in the UK or are exceptional in what they do.
MHCLG is especially interested in receiving nominations for people who are working or volunteering in their community.
Particularly working with the homeless or in housing more widely, supporting community integration and interfaith work, or working in local government.
Please click 'Read More' for more information on nominating. 
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Assistance Programme
The pace of life today can seem hectic and juggling work with our personal lives and family responsibilities can be difficult. Members can now access the Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing. This includes:
Confidential Free Assistance Programme - tel: 0800 919 709
Paid for by the Council, this free and independent service is confidential and you or your immediate family do not need permission to access it.
Self help website
The service also includes access to a self help website, Well Online, which contains a monthly help sheet with topics of interest.
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Mayor's Schedule
Monday 16 February
Tuesday 17 February
- 5pm Town Hall Tour for the Churches Against Modern Slavery. Reigate Town Hall, Reigate
Wednesday 18 February
- 2pm Photoshoot for a new work vehicle attained through CiL funding, Banstead Commons Conservators, The BCC Noticeboard, Mill Road, Tadworth
Thursday 19 February
Friday 20 February
- 6.30pm GeorgeDoesMagic Magic Show, The Belfry, Redhill
Saturday 21 February
Sunday 22 February
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The Mayor's Charities
Click here to found out more about I Choose Freedom
Click here to find out more about Home Start East Surrey
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Our Community Centres are now on Instagram!
Our Community Centres are now on Instagram!
Our community centres just got a little more connected. 
Follow on Instagram: @rbcommunitycentres
The community centres have launched a brand-new Instagram page where they will be sharing snapshots of daily activities, behind‑the‑scenes moments, upcoming events, and all the wonderful things that make our centres such a special place.
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Andys Man Club open in Woodhatch Community Centre
New Men’s Support Group, Every Monday in Reigate 
Starting Monday 9 February, all men are welcome to join our men only support group at Woodhatch Community Centre, Whitebeam Drive, Reigate, RH2 7LS. Sessions run every Monday from 7pm to 9pm, are completely free, and are facilitated by dedicated male volunteers.
This group is run by ANDYSMANCLUB, a men’s suicide prevention charity providing free peer-to-peer support groups across the UK and online. Their mission is simple: to end the stigma around men’s mental health and help men through the power of conversation.
#ITSOKAYTOTALK
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Saturday 28 February 2026 – Live Music Night
Get ready for a night of awesome music!
Join us for a very special live music night at the Town Hall, featuring the brilliant Kings of Neon. This charity gig is in aid of the Mayor’s Charities: I Choose Freedom & Home-Start East Surrey 
Saturday 28 February 2026, from 7.30pm at the Town Hall, Castlefield Road, Reigate, RH2 0SH
Tickets: £15
Book here
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Friday 27 March 2026 – Comedy Cottage Charity Fundraiser
Location: Town Hall, Castlefield Rd, Reigate, RH2 OSH
Time: Doors open at 7.30pm. Show 8.00pm – 11.00pm
Cost: £15 
The award-winning Comedy Cottage returns to Reigate for a special show in aid of local charity I Choose Freedom, which helps survivors of domestic violence.
The March 27th show will be held at the stunning Town Hall in Reigate and is being organised in collaboration with The Mayor of the Borough of Reigate & Banstead.
There will be a bar and raffle and Comedy Cottage’s usual smorgasbord of comedy, TV/Radio, International/Circuit legends alongside newer rising stars of comedy.
Headlining for us will be the unstoppable and hilariously inspiring SHAZIA MIRZA (@theshaziamirza)
Book here
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