Companies House ID verification rollout to impact millions of directors
Published 22 August 2025
Advice and support, Business news
Companies House ID verification rollout will impact millions more people from mid-November. It’s all part of a crackdown on misuse of the UK companies register. Government says companies of all sizes will benefit from more accurate and trustworthy register data. Plus, there will be greater protections against fraud.
Companies House isย the UK’s official registrar of companies.ย It’s an executive agency of theย Department for Business and Trade,ย responsible for incorporating and dissolving limited companies, maintaining a public register of company information, and ensuring corporate transparency in the UK.
From 18 November 2025, this will become compulsory when incorporating a new business and new appointments for new directors.
The legal requirements are for directors and people with significant control (PSCs), impacting many Surrey businesses.
The intention is to give more assurance about who is setting up, running and controlling companies in the UK.
Companies House ID verification – how will it impact my business
The Companies House ID verification rollout is impacting six to seven million individuals.
From 18 November 2025:
new directors will need to verify their identity to incorporate a company or be appointed to an existing company
existing directors will need to confirm they have verified their identity at the same time as they file their next annual confirmation statement
existing PSCs will need to verify their identity
For most people this will be a one-off process that can be done in a few minutes.
Companies House will contact companies to tell them what their directors and PSCs need to do to meet identity verification requirements. It encourages individuals to verify their identities as early as possible.
From 18 November, directors and PSCs will also be able to check the Companies House register to see identity verification due dates for all their roles.
Identity verification requirements for limited partnerships, corporate directors of companies, corporate members of limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and officers of corporate PSCs will commence later.
The latest Government survey indicates 81% of respondents support the implementation of a new identity verification process.
How to verify
Individuals can verify their identity with Companies House throughย GOV.UK One Login, or through an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP).ย ย
Identity verification through GOV.UK One Login is free and can be completed quickly online.
In most cases, individuals will only need to verify their identity once. Once they have successfully verified their identity they will receive a personal code from Companies House.
From 18 November 2025, users will need to provide their personal code and a verification statement confirming they have successfully verified their identity for each company role they hold.
Companies House CEO Louise Smyth CBE said: ย
“Identity verification will play a key role in improving the quality and reliability of our data and tackling misuse of the companies register. To support business and help people verify their identities, Companies House is contacting all companies with advice and guidance. This is part of a coordinated effort to help companies to comply. We encourage people to verify as early as possible.”
Renรฉeโs round-up of grants and funding – August
Published 18 August 2025
Funding and grants
Thereโs no summer break for grant funding being announced. Hereโs a round up of grants that have come through my inbox this month. It’s fast moving so check back here every month for updates on what programmes have been released.
Good Luck and let me know how you get on!
Renรฉe
Open Horizons #Opencall1
Open Horizons is a Horizon Europe-funded initiative. It has launched its first Open Call to provide funding for women-led startups in sectors such as AI, Green Tech, Blockchain and Advanced Materials. Successful applicants can receive up to โฌ55,000 in equity-free funding, tailored mentoring and strategic matchmaking, and opportunities to co-design and test paid pilot projects with major European corporates.
Applications are open to startups led by at least one woman holding a key executive role (CEO, CTO or Founder) with a minimum 25% ownership, and in inception or early-growth stage. Eligible startups must operate in deeptech or digital innovation and be based in an EU Member State or a Horizon Europe-associated country (including the UK).
Epic Games is offering financial support through its Epic MegaGrants programme, designed to advance innovation in real-time 3D creation. The scheme supports individuals and teams across gaming, media, enterprise and education.
Typical awards range from $5,000 to $150,000. Funding may be used for development costs or team-related expenses, such as staffing and continued production.
Creators and projects in the following areas are eligible:
Game Developersโฏ- using Unreal Engine (or transitioning to UE5).
Film and Media Creatorsโฏ-โฏreal-time content using Unreal Engine.
Enterprise and Industryโฏ- Unreal Engine projects in other industries
Education and Researchโฏ- university-level initiatives
Tool and Open-Source Developersโฏ– tools that integrate with Unreal or contribute to the 3D open-source ecosystem
UEFN (Fortnite Creative) Developersโฏ- creators using Unreal Editor for Fortnite.
The funding is intended to support social entrepreneurs by helping them nurture their social ventures and grow their impact.
The following levels of funding are available:
Starting Upโฏ- funding of up to ยฃ8,000
Scaling Upโฏ- funding of up to ยฃ18,000 for a social enterprise that has been operating for between one and four years.
Together with funding, award recipients will be assigned to one of UnLtd’s dedicated programmes to provide support aligned with the needs of their social venture for up to one year.
Future Leaders Fellowship (FLF) support talented people in universities, businesses, and other research and innovation environments.
They also allow universities, research institutes, independent research organisations and businesses to develop their most talented early career researchers and innovators or to attract new people to their organisations.
The aim of this competition is to:
Support ambitious research and innovation to tackle difficult and novel challenges.
Support excellence in innovation, across interdisciplinary boundaries and sectors.
Develop, retain, and attract the next wave of research and innovation leaders.
Working with a host organisation a Future Leaders Fellow will receive at least four years of funding to pursue an ambitious programme of innovation.
Closing date: 5 November 2025 at 11am.
More information can be accessed at the IUK website.
RTO Catapult Grant Scheme – Innovate UK
Launched in April this is an easy to access, easy to administer grant from Innovate UK for ยฃ15,000. Apply quickly as the pot ran out by September last year when launched at a similar time. Could be used for product testing, development work or if you need technical expertise to facilitate feasibility.
The fund offers financial support to UK-based independent studios developing commercial games-for-entertainment. Backed by the UK Government, the initiative aims to help companies scale up, attract investment and generate employment in the creative industries.
Grants will range from ยฃ50,000 to ยฃ150,000. The funding can be used to cover staff and contractor costs directly involved in hands-on development activity.
The scheme targets established games studios operating in the UK.ย Applicants must be able to demonstrate how the funding would provide clearly support their business growth plans and facilitate further investment.ย
Closing date: expressions of interest can be made at any time
Homes England and Octopus Real Estate have launched the second phase of the Greener Homes Alliance, providing discounted development finance to small and medium-sized (SME) housebuilders. The initiative supports the construction of energy-efficient homes across England.
A total of ยฃ150 million is available. Loans range from ยฃ2 million to ยฃ20 million. Interest rate reductions of up to 2% are available for developers meeting environmental and social criteria. Eligible applicants include SME housebuilders and developers operating in England.
Closing date: Applications can be made at any time
Co-operative and Community Finance is offering loans of between ยฃ10,000 and ยฃ85,000 for new or existing co-operatives across the UK to assist with the expansion, setup, or development of a co-operative enterprise. โฏ
Loans will only be made to economically viable enterprises that are democratically owned and controlled organisations registered in the UK.
Closing date: Applications can be made at any time
Surrey Hills Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) Grants
The Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme provides grants to farmers and land managers in the Surrey Hills for one-off projects to make improvements to the natural environment, climate change mitigation, cultural heritage and public access on their land.
The Workplace Charging Scheme provides support for organisations towards the cost of installing up to 40 electric vehicle chargepoint sockets at their sites.
The scheme covers up to 75% of the total costs of the purchase and installation of EV chargepoints (including VAT), capped at a maximum of:
ยฃ350 per socket
40 sockets across all sites per applicant โ for instance, if you want to install them at 40 sites, you will have 1 socket available per site
If there isn’t anything in this month’s roundup that suits your business’s specific needs, check out our Support Directory, or contact our team of experts via our Business Support Form.
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Surrey Space Institute launches to boost growing sector
Published 15 August 2025
Innovation, Skills and workforce
The Surrey Space Institute is taking off at the University of Surrey in Guildford. Its mission? To train 10% of the UK’s future space workforce in a growing sector which contributes billions to the country’s economy every year.
With the UK’s ยฃ19 billion space economy surging, government and industry urgently need faster research, innovation and skilled talent. Yet more than half of space organisations report critical shortages.
The Institute will convert the University’s 45-year small satellite leadership into mission-ready solutions for climate, resilience and secure global connectivity.
It will bring together the region’s wider reputation for innovation, bringing sector-strengths in cybersecurity, telecoms, legal and biosciences. The focus is helping the UK stay competitive in a global industry that is growing at pace.ย
It aims to scale up small businesses. It will also train 10% of the UK’s future space workforce through postgraduate degrees, hands-on missions and professional courses.
About the Surrey Space Institute
The Institute will build on the legacy of the Surrey Space Centre, whereย Professor Sir Martin Sweetingย pioneered the design and manufacturing of small satellites.ย
The Surrey Space Institute has been developed under the leadership of renowned astrophysicist and Pro-Vice-Chancellorย Professor Bob Nichol.
It will build on the firm foundations that the university and wider region has in a range of sectors. This includes engineering, telecoms, cybersecurity, biosciences and law.
This interdisciplinary approach is at the heart of the new Institute’s mission โ to rethink how space can support society, the economy and the planet.
It will focus on building new technologies. And on developing the policies, systems and skills needed to run full space missions that respond to real-world needs.
Professor Adam Amara will be the inaugural Director of the Surrey Space Institute while continuing in his role as Chief Scientist to the UK Space Agency.
Benefits to Surrey and beyond
Space contributes ยฃ7.2 billion directly to the UK’s GDP. It supports more than 52,000 jobs, most of them highly skilled. And it continues to invest heavily in innovation, with ยฃ1 billion spent on research and development.ย
A key focus for the Surrey Space Institute Institute will be to help the UK grow its ability to run full space missions โ combining hardware, software, policy and operations to tackle problems such as water security, climate resilience and space sustainability.
The Institute will also support small space companies to scale up. It will also give more people the skills needed to work in this fast-moving sector, helping the UK stay competitive in a global industry that is growing at pace.ย
Currently 52% of UK space organisations reporting critical skills shortages, especially in software, data analysis, artificial intelligence and systems engineering. So the Institute aims to train 10% of the UK’s future space workforce through postgraduate degrees, hands-on missions and professional courses.
The launch of the Institute is timely, aligning with the Government’s industrial strategy, which recognises the space sector’s role in economic growth and UK defence capabilities.
In 2021/22, the UK space sector generated ยฃ18.9 billion in income, up 8% on the previous year, outpacing both the global space sector and the wider UK economy.
Surrey Space Institute – reaction
Professor Adam Amara, Head of School of Mathematics and Physics, said:
“Space is no longer a frontier activity; it is already a critical national and international infrastructure underpinning everything from climate security to high-speed connectivity.
“By uniting Surrey’s 45-year leadership in small satellites with cutting-edge AI and cyber-resilience, the Surrey Space Institute will give the UK the decisive capability it needs to stay ahead in the global space race and to solve complex problems at home and around the world.”
Martin Sweeting, founder of SSTL, said:
“The launch of the Surrey Space Institute is an exciting new chapter that captures that same entrepreneurial spirit as when we started the Space Centre. But it also reflects a much bigger ambition โ to shape how the UK delivers space-based solutions to the challenges we face here on Earth. That means training new kinds of experts, working across disciplines and building systems that are sustainable, inclusive and ready for global deployment.”
Dr Paul Bate, CEO of the UK Space Agency, said:
“The launch of the Surrey Space Institute represents exactly the kind of bold, forward-thinking approach we need to maintain the UK’s position as a leader in space. Surrey’s remarkable 45-year track record in small satellites, combined with its vision to tackle real-world challenges from climate resilience to space sustainability, demonstrates how academic excellence can drive both economic growth and societal benefit.
“As we work to deliver the Government’s space ambitions, partnerships like this โ bringing together world-class research, industry expertise and skills development โ are essential to ensuring the UK space sector continues to thrive and deliver for our economy, our security and our planet.”ย
Start-up Surrey launches with expert support for entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses
Published 12 August 2025
Advice and support, Business news, Innovation
Budding entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses across Surrey are set to receive a major boost with the launch of the Start-Up Surrey programme. This is a dynamic new initiative funded by Surrey County Council’s Business Surrey service and delivered by leading business support provider The IncuHive Group.
This pilot programme will offer free, tailored guidance and practical support to residents who are preparing to launch their own ventures. It’s also available to businesses in their first year of operation.
It will guide founders step by step, with expert-led workshops, one-to-one mentoring, practical advice, and support from others on the same journey.
The programme will engage a diverse range of businesses across Surrey. It will cover key areas such as funding, marketing, finance, digital presence, and scaling strategies.
Itโs the latest initiative from the Council under its Business Surrey offer, which provides free accessible support to help businesses of all sizes to start, grow and thrive.
Matt Furniss, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, welcomed the launch, adding:
โSurrey has a wealth of untapped entrepreneurial talent, and this programme provides a much-needed platform to turn ideas into action. It aligns strongly with wider efforts to boost inclusive economic growth, support innovation, and build resilience into our local economy โ all of which provides benefits to our people and communities.โ
George Scott-Welsh, CEO of The IncuHive Group, said:
โIncuHive is delighted to bring this initiative to life. Weโve seen first-hand how the right support, delivered at the right time, can completely change the trajectory of a business.
“Weโre not just helping people start businesses. Weโre helping them build viable, resilient ventures that can generate a real income and contribute to the local economy. We are thrilled to be working with Surrey County Council to bring hands-on support and real opportunities to Surreyโs start-ups.โ
Start-Up Surrey – sign up today
The Start-Up Surrey Programme is available to all start-ups and businesses in their first year of trading across Surrey.
There’s no cost to taking part. That’s because it’s fully funded by the Council via UK government funding.
Interested in finding out more? Register for the introductory webinar on Wednesday August 27 from 11am to 12pm. Register via the Eventbrite event link.
Similar events will follow monthly throughout the autumn. Dates are available on the Business Surrey Events page.
For more information or to register for the programme, visit the IncuHive website.
Join us for this free online session, hosted by Business Surrey where weโll explore the ins and outs of marketing and communications. Whether youโre a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field.
Ready to dive into the world of marketing?
Workshop highlights
Develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to your business
How defining your target audience will help you focus your marketing activities
Explore the exciting possibilities of digital marketing to make the most of your time and resources including using AI tools effectively.
Event details
Date: 18 September
Time: 11:00 AM โ 12:00 PM
Location: Online
Cost: Free (Pre-registration required)
Meet your expert
The workshop will be led by Daniel Chidley, our Marketing Advisor. Daniel is an experienced business coach, mentor and director level communications, PR & marketing consultant with 20 years of experience in business. As a Chartered Marketer with the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Daniel has experience in-house, agency and consultancy with experience across a range of industries.
In recent years, Daniel has worked with hundreds of SMEs and high growth businesses as a business coach and is accredited with the Association for Coaching. With a coaching approach, Daniel is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs and business owners in adopting new strategies and techniques to improve their marketing, with a particular focus on early-stage businesses, start-ups, scale up businesses and social enterprises
Why attend?
Actionable Strategies: learn why a strategy and plan are crucial foundations on which to build your marketing activities and how to focus your efforts to help your business grow.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from Danielโs extensive experience and tailored advice.
This webinar is perfect for SME owners and entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. There is no entry fee, and you can invite as many team members as you like. Be sure to register today to secure your spot!
Looking for a different type of business support?
We want you to grow and succeed โ and have a range of ways you can access support for your company.
Our team of experts can provide independent and impartial advice on exploring opportunities and how to tackle various challenges. Contact the team for free via our Business Support Form.
Browse our directory of business support in Surrey. The directory includes more than 120 local, regional and national schemes and initiatives, which can search through quickly and easily.
Find out more about what we do and how to access one of our many business-friendly services by completing our Contact Us form.
Meet the Regulator webinar
Published 8 August 2025
Advice and support, Events and awards
Join us for this free online session, hosted by Business Surrey in partnership with Surrey Trading Standards. It is designed to help local businesses understand their legal responsibilities, avoid common compliance pitfalls, and access expert support.
Led by Phil LeShirley, Trading Standards Specialist, the session will cover key areas such as product safety, consumer rights, and how to engage with regulators early to protect your business and build customer trust.
Workshop highlights
What Trading Standards does (and doesnโt do)
Product safety, food standards, and fair trading
Consumer rights and refund rules
The EASY 123 scheme for early-stage businesses
How to engage with regulators before problems arise
Event details
Date: 28 August
Time: 11:30 AM โ 12:30 PM
Location: Online
Cost: Free (Pre-registration required)
Meet your expert
The workshop will be led by Phil LeShirley a Senior Trading Standards Specialist with over 24 yearsโ experience in the field.ย He is responsible for business partnerships at Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards, and has had great success at building relationships with corporate clients and trade bodiesย
He has significant expertise in general product safety and also delivers delivers a wide range of training courses to businesses.
Phil and the team at Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards are seen as exemplars in their field and are multi award winning.
Why attend?
Actionable Strategies: learn why getting consumer right will help your business grow.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from Philโs extensive experience and tailored advice.
This webinar is perfect for SME owners and entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. There is no entry fee, and you can invite as many team members as you like. Be sure to register today to secure your spot!
Looking for free business support?
Business Surrey is a Surrey County Council service providing free and accessible support for all businesses in Surrey.
We want you to grow and succeed โ and have a range of ways you can access support for your company.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Need new or upgraded skills to adapt to new ways of working? Or do you just require advice on how to access funding and grants? Our team of experts can provide independent and impartial advice on exploring opportunities and how to tackle various challenges. Contact the team for free via our Business Support Form.
Browse our directory of business support in Surrey. The directory includes more than 120 local, regional and national schemes and initiatives, which can search through quickly and easily.
Find out more about what we do and how to access one of our many business-friendly services by completing our Contact Us form.
How to start a business on a budget
Published 6 August 2025
Advice and support, Thought leadership
Starting a new business can be exciting and rewarding. However, if not properly planned and budgeted for in advance, it can also be a drain on your finances. This is especially the case if you are self-funding the business from savings or a small business loan (known as bootstrapping) instead of securing funding from venture capitalists or other investors.
If you are bootstrapping your business, here are 3 practical tips on how to start a business on a budget.
1. Work out your needs and reduce unnecessary costs
Assuming you’ve already carefully planned and researched your business idea to ensure it is viable and that there is a market for it, the next thing you’ll need to do is assess what you’ll need to actually set it up and run it.
In addition to business tools, equipment, and initial set-up costs, such as regulatory or licensing fees, you’ll also need to know your ongoing overheads, such as material costs, cost of premises (if applicable), inventory, salaries, admin, etc.
In short, you need to know how much you need to generate a profit by taking into account all the costs and expenses you’ll incur running your business.
It’s important during the start-up phase that your business budget is spent wisely.
It may be tempting to spend money on nice-to-haves, but at this stage, you should only buy what you absolutely need. If you need to purchase business tools and equipment, you could consider re-loved or refurbished equipment. Not only will it save you money, but it is a sustainable business option that can go toward your net zero goal.
Also, consider working from home at the start-up phase to lower overheads if you can.
Now is also a good time to be strict with your outgoings and reduce unnecessary expenditures such as pricey subscriptions to services or apps you no longer use.
2. Adopt a low-cost marketing strategy
You’ll need to market your business so people know you exist.
Marketing can take up a huge chunk of a business’s budget, but there are low-cost and free marketing strategies you can use to make your business visible. For an in-depth framework to help you build your own tailored marketing strategy, check out our free Marketing Toolkit.
Online – social media and website
Building a social media presence is low-cost and effective. You can also do this organically instead of using paid advertisements. Research which platforms your ideal clients are using, and start with the one they use the most.
You can then post content to promote your business and also attract your ideal customers with content that interests them and is relevant and helpful.
If you have an SEO-optimised website, you can use it to market your business effectively. Your website doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive, either. There are low-cost and even free options available. If your website isnโt SEO-optimised, do some research into how to optimise it yourself. There are lots of free online resources available from reputable sources like Hubspot to help you do this without having to pay an expert to do it for you.
In addition to showcasing testimonials, products and services on your website, you can start a blog and develop a content marketing strategy to increase website visitors. For example, you can share your helpful SEO-optimised blog content on your social media channels to drive traffic to your website.
Print and out of home
Another low-cost marketing option that may be suitable for your business, is to create and print leaflets at home and distribute them locally by posting through letterboxes, leaving leaflets at suitable venues, and posting them on public notice boards. These can include a link to your website or social media channels, you could also add a QR code linking to the same.
The personal touch
And don’t forget how effective word of mouth can be, so let all your family, friends and wider network know about your new venture and get them to support you, too.
Finally, adding a personal touch to all your customer interactions can go a long way to building brand loyalty, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. For example, if you sell a product online, you could add a personalised handwritten thank you to the delivery note, or if you do business face to face, provide a simple loyalty card or discount on their next purchase.
All this will go toward building a good reputation, which is invaluable.
3. Make use of free online resources and tools
You can use free online tools to help you manage day-to-day business processes such as invoicing and accounting, project planning, appointment setting, graphic design for content, and many others that are available.
By automating business workflows with free online tools, you are not only saving money but also freeing up your time from tedious admin tasks so you can focus on running a profitable business.
Free online business groups and forums, including those on social media platforms such as Facebook or LinkedIn, are also worth researching. They can connect you with other people in your field or industry and can be powerful networking tools. They can also be a treasure trove of valuable free advice on running your business on a budget.
There may even be collaboration opportunities you can leverage. For example, you can work alongside other businesses to increase your visibility or barter and trade with them for services, to further reduce your overheads.
Heathrow airport expansion plans submitted to government
Published 5 August 2025
Business news
Heathrow Airport expansion plans are now with government. If approved, the privately-financed plans could unlock jobs and growth for Surrey businesses. But there are still concerns around infrastructure, public transport, pollution and noise.
An expanded Heathrow would cost close to ยฃ48 billion. Benefits include giving passengers more choice, opening up new routes and increasing capacity. Plus terminals will be more spacious and accessible with flights quicker to take off, thanks to a once-in-a-generation redesign of the airfield.
Once completed, Heathrow says its plans would grow the UK economy by 0.43% GDP – providing jobs to Surrey residents and supply chain opportunities to Surrey businesses.
But there are concerns around the impact it could have on those living nearest, especially noise, pollution and transport connections.
Feedback from the Government is required by September to take the plans forward. Further consultation will follow with a planning application expected to be submitted in 2028.
A north-western runway up to 3,500 metres โ a design that already has Parliamentary support
Increased capacity to serve up to 756,000 flights and 150 million passengers
A brand-new terminal โT5Xโ, expanding Terminal 2 and three new satellite terminals
The investment consists of three main elements:
ยฃ21 billion for the new runway and airfield infrastructure
ยฃ12 billion for new terminal and stand capacity โ the brand new T5X
ยฃ15 billion for modernising the current airport through expanding Terminal 2 and ultimately closing Terminal 3
Heathrowโs proposals include more choice and capacity on public transport. This includes enhanced rail capacity plus walking and cycling routes, reducing local and environmental impacts.
A new road tunnel, plans for two dedicated parkways and improvements to the countryโs busiest bus and coach station are also proposed.
Heathrow is also confirming its commitment to reach net zero by 2050. It says it has a deliverable plan to get there, as well as setting targets on noise reduction and air quality.
If the Government implements the necessary policy changes, Heathrow plans to consult with airlines, the local community, local authorities, businesses and others from next year.
A planning application is expected to be submitted in 2028.
Heathrow expansion – impact on Surrey
Heathrow is located to the north of Surrey, neighbouring key towns such as Staines, Egham and Sunbury. It provides employment to thousands of residents and contributes millions to the regional economy.
Heathrow says its expansion plans will offer tens of thousands of employment opportunities during design, construction and operation. It will also unlock lifelong careers for those who live closest.
Meanwhile 40% of the wider supply chain spend will go to companies in London and the South East.
But more flights and a bigger airport means more potential disruption to those living nearest. Noise, emissions and public transport are key concerns.
Heathrow says its noise footprint has reduced by 41% since 2006 and all air quality monitors around the airport are meeting limits. A third runway and redesigned airspace will give communities and passengers more certainty and reliability on flight paths.
For the airport’s nearest neighbours, a community fund is being proposed. And Heathrow says it will continue to engage on how to be a better neighbour to its local community.
Heathrow airport expansion plans – reaction
Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye said:ย
โIt has never been more important or urgent to expand Heathrow. We are effectively operating at capacity to the detriment of trade and connectivity. With a green light from Government and the correct policy support underpinned by a fit for purpose regulatory model, we are ready to mobilise and start investing this year in our supply chain across the country. We are uniquely placed to do this for the country; it is time to clear the way for take-off.โ
A spokesman for Surrey County Council said:
โWe recognise the crucial role ofย Heathrowย airport in supporting employment for Surrey residents, generating investment in the Surrey economy and in attracting and retaining major businesses to locate in the county.
“Our goal is to work constructively with the Government, the airport, relevant national agencies and other local authorities on the proposals for a third runway in order to protect and promote the interests of Surrey residents and businesses.
โDespite this, we remain strongly of the view that expansion requires the environmental and surface access issues involved to be satisfactorily addressed.”
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