We are looking for community groups and organisations who are interested in operating and managing the new Westvale Park Neighbourhood Hall in Horley. The new fully accessible building will be a welcoming space where people can come together. It will offer a range of facilities including sports and physical activity, a large main hall, kitchen, meeting rooms, and clinical spaces for a local GP practice. For details on the neighbourhood hall and how to apply, please visit our website. 

Cllr Richard Biggs, Leader of the Council, will be available to take your questions on Tuesday 18 February between 4pm and 6pm. If you have questions and/or ideas that you would like to put to him, this is your opportunity. Appointments must be pre-booked and can either be virtual or in-person. You have to be a resident or work in the borough to get an appointment. To book, please email: leadersurgery@reigate-banstead.gov.uk

Our school holiday programme encourages young people to put down their screens so they can learn new skills, enjoy the outdoors, develop social skills, and improve their physical and mental health. From African drumming to creative journaling, indoor golf and multisports, to scootering and skateboarding, our programme has lots to keep your kids more active or creative. We keep the costs as low as possible and, if you’re in receipt of benefits or have a looked after child, you may be eligible for a 50% discount. 

The 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. It follows confirmation in December 2024 that the majority of reinforced autoclaved concrete (RAAC) throughout the building is classified as critical risk.The Executive agreed recommendations to progress a diverse arts and cultural offer for the local community including plans for a 200 seat performance space in The Rise development in central Redhill, expanding its arts development offer as well as work to bring the theatre building in Warwick quadrant back into use.

Do you have a passion for public service? Would you like to make a difference in people's lives and be part of an effective council which is committed to delivering the best for its residents? If yes, then please take a look at our vacancies. Among others, we are currently recruiting for: an Arboriculture Apprentice, a Streetsweeper/Driver, Business Support Officer, 7.5 Tonne Driver, Licensing Officer, Senior Environmental Health Officer, and Reserve Driver.

The nominations deadine for the Reigate & Banstead Sports Awards has been extended. You now have until Friday 21 February to let us know your sporting heroes and why they should win one of 12 awards - which celebrate players, clubs, coaches and volunteers that make community sport possible. There are awards for all ages and abilities, including a new Sustainability in Sport Award. Shortlisted finalists and their nominees will be invited to a very special awards ceremony at Reigate Manor on Friday 11 April.

The Rethink Waste app is now available to download in app stores. You can get it today for tips and advice on reducing your waste, and win rewards that you can donate to local schools. There are currently six Reigate & Banstead primary schools in the running for a chance to win a share of £1,000 each month to improve their school environment.

Our community centres aim to provide the best possible activities for local communities and are always keen to improve their offer. By completing this short survey you'll help to shape future events, classes and support services and ensure that we're offering services suitable to all. Whether it’s ideas for new activities, suggestions for improvements, or just your general thoughts – we would like to hear from you.

Healthwatch Surrey is undertaking research to better understand access to and experience of GP practices for people who have experienced, or are experiencing domestic abuse. We would like to hear from anyone who has accessed, or tried to access support through their GP practice.The findings will help inform future service development and enhance training requirements. Closing date 31 March 2025.

Tax credits are set to end in April 2025. The Department of Work and Pensions is urging Tax Credit customers to respond to their Universal Credit migration notices before the deadline so that they can continue to receive benefits. Please respond now to avoid missing out on your benefits. 

This April, the amount you can earn before you need to start paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge will increase from £50,000 to £60,000. If you and your partner both have an adjusted net income of less than £60,000, you no longer have to pay the charge. Claiming on the HMRC app or online is quick and easy.

Surrey County Council (SCC) has been awarded five years of funding by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to create a Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC). HDRC Surrey is a partnership between SCC, the University of Surrey, district and borough councils (including Reigate & Banstead), as well as voluntary and community partners. The £5m funding will help to build capacity to do research on prevention and create a culture of using evidence in making decisions. Their vision is to improve the health of local residents and reduce health inequalities which are driven by the social determinants of health.