Mark Shephard

...agreed to financially support the Epsom and Ewell Employment Hub in 2026/27 through Option A, continue delivery arrangements with Surrey Life Long Learning, and authorised the Head of Housing and Community to enter into a legal agreement for this initiative.

...approved changes to how Council Tax is levied on empty properties from April 1, 2026, and on second homes from April 1, 2027.

...approved the 2026-27 planned maintenance programme at an estimated cost of £757,000, funded from planned maintenance budgets and the Planned Maintenance Reserve, and authorised the Head of Property and Regeneration to make changes up to £20,000 per instance.

...recommended the 2026/27 service estimates and fees and charges for approval by Full Council, and agreed the Council Tax Discount bands for 2026/27.

...the draft Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27 is referred to Full Council for approval and the Head of People and Organisational Development is authorised to include returning officer fees when received.