Following the local elections in May 2026, the shadow authority is now in place to oversee the transition to the new East Surrey Council.

The newly-elected councillors will be focused on preparing the new council ahead of its formal launch on 1 April 2027, known as Vesting Day.

All council services continue to be delivered in the same way during the shadow year (May 2026 to March 2027).

For more information on the new East Surrey Council, visit the Future Surrey website.

There are many different funding support programmes and grants available to businesses, each with their own specific criteria and deadlines for application. For the latest round-up of funding, check out the useful Business Surrey round-up of grants and funding.

To receive an update each month, sign up to the Business Surrey Newsletter.

Join us for a special business and charity sector event with an inspiring panel of speakers, facilitated by Nicola Dawes DL from Stripey Stork. It will be a great opportunity for businesses to connect with local charities. Find out how your business can benefit and add positive social impact through volunteering and sharing expertise with the local voluntary sector.

30 June (09:30-11:00) Town Hall, Reigate. Spaces are limited - sign up now

JUNE

09 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

09 - How to Win the Finance: Tenders, Bids & Grants (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00-12:00)

10 - Health & Wellbeing networking (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00)

10 - Sales Lab: Sales for small businesses (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

15 - Gatwick Diamond Business membership meet-up (free for both members and non-members, Town Hall, Reigate, 10:30-11:30)

17 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free

17 - Security Awareness Training for small businesses (Cyber Resilience Centre, online, 10:00-12:00)

20 - Source in Surrey: Buyer-Supplier Exchange (1, The Causeway, Egham, 10:00-14:00) 

24 - Marketing Lab: Digital Visibility (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00)

25 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00)

30 - Strengthen your business with community impact, (Town Hall, Reigate 09:30-11:00)

JULY

01 - Health & Wellbeing networking (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00)

14 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (at Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

15 - Sales Lab: Findingthe right opportunities (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

16 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free

23 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00)

Deciding when to hire your first employee can be daunting for any small business. To help, HR expert Katy Cracknell has created a free guide covering recruitment, legal requirements, and people management. With practical tips, templates, and resources, it gives you the confidence to hire and support the right person successfully.

The Business Surrey HR Foundations Toolkit 

ESDAS (East Surrey Domestic Abuse Services) has put out a local appeal to businesses to donate raffle prizes, vouchers, experiences, products or services in support of their fundraising Community Event at Carrington School in Redhill on 26 June. Every donation - large or small - will help to maximise the amount raised for local survivors and families in crisis.

If you can help, please email Joe Henderson-Jones (Carrington School)

Applications are now open for the 2027 King’s Awards for Enterprise - a prestigious award for UK businesses.

Since 1965, the programme has recognised more than 8,000 exceptional UK businesses of all sizes.

New for 2027 is the King’s Award for Enterprise (Young Founder) recognising founders aged 18–30 who are actively leading their businesses and driving growth and opportunity.

Deadline for application: 1pm, Tuesday 8 September 2026
To apply and to check eligibility

Got 5 minutes? That’s all it takes to make sure your business voice is heard loud and clear. The Surrey Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey is open and your feedback helps shape the future for businesses across Surrey and beyond. You’ll help influence conversations taking place at the highest levels, including HM Treasury, the Bank of England, the Department for Business and Trade, and local decision-makers.

Quarterly Economic Survey Q2 2026

Small Business Saturday is once again highlighting the Nation's Favourite Businesses, leading up to Small Business Saturday 2026.

For the last 14 years, the Nation's Favourite Businesses have not only received exposure on Small Business Saturday's social media channels and in the local and national press, but also joined the Small Business Saturday team in London at receptions in Downing Street, House of Lords and the Treasury.

Apply now - closing date June 30, 2026