Rural England Prosperity Fund 2025 now open to Surrey farmers
Published 21 May 2025
Advice and support, Funding and grants
The Rural England Prosperity Fund 2025 is now open. It means farmers in parts of Surrey can secure a six-figure cash injection as part of wider efforts to boost growth in the county.
Surrey County Council is offering capital grants of up to ยฃ120,000 to support innovative ideas to drive diversification in agriculture.
The aim is to help farmers in the districts of Tandridge, Guildford and Waverley to generate new income streams while increasing the long-term sustainability of their estates.
Ideas could include establishing farm shops, developing agritourism, generating sustainable energy or cultivating new crops and livestock.
Applications can be made direct via the Business Surrey website, and close at the end of June 2025. .
It will be a competitive process. And the focus is on supporting a small number of large-scale, high-impact projects in eligible areas. Match funding is encouraged though not mandatory.
Matt Furniss, Surrey County Councilโs Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, said: โAs committed custodians of much of Surreyโs fantastic countryside, farmers play a key role in everyoneโs way of life, producing the food we eat, managing our unique landscapes and creating employment in our rural communities.
โThis fund is intended to support a small number of farmers to diversify and explore new commercial opportunities, supporting them to generate more income while supporting broader prosperity in our rural communities.
โIt forms part of our wider commitment to drive sustainable growth across Surrey while ensuring no one is left behind.โ
What is the Rural England Prosperity Fund?
The Rural England Prosperity Fund 2025 is integrated into the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. It is government funding which supports productivity and prosperity in places that need it most.
In Surrey, this means the Rural England funding is only available in three of the 11 districts. These are Guildford, Tandridge and Waverley.
The Rural Fund is a rural top-up to UKSPF allocations. And it supports activities that specifically address the particular challenges rural areas face.
The Rural Fund sits alongside existing Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) schemes, including the:
The Surrey element of the Rural England Prosperity Fund is a great opportunity for farmers and landowners to progress plans to drive growth. If you have any questions then contact the Business Surrey team.
But we recognise that some rural business owners may not be eligible. Or they may need additional help, either via email, phone or face-to-face.
King’s Awards for Enterprise 2025 winners announced
Published 14 May 2025
Business news, Events and awards
The Kingโs Awards for Enterprise recipients for 2025 have been announced with six Surrey businesses receiving a royal seal of approval. Want to join this elite group? Applications for 2026 can now be submitted.
The Kingโs Awards for Enterprise are among the most prestigious awards for UK organisations. They recognise and reward outstanding business achievements in Innovation, International Trade, Sustainable Development and Promoting Opportunity.
Six Surrey businesses are receiving The Kingโs Award for Enterprise in 2025. Three in Innovation, two in International Trade and one in Sustainable Development.ย Scroll down to view the list.
His Majestyโs Lord Lieutenant Michael More-Molyneuxย โ the Kingโs representatives in Surrey – will present the awards throughout the year. One representative from each winning business will also be invited to a special Royal reception event.
Want to join the winners of the King’s Awards for Enterprise 2025? You can now apply for the 2026 awards until 9 September 2025.
His Majestyโs Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey said: โAs the most prestigious business award in the UK, winning the esteemed Kingโs Award Emblem is an incredible honour. Itโs an internationally recognised symbol of excellence โ one that sets your business apart and gets you noticed.
“These Surrey companies exemplify the talent and entrepreneurial spirit of British business, and it will be a great honour to present them with their Kingโs Award for Enterprise over the coming months. They are all truly outstanding representatives of Surrey business, leading the way in technological development and thoroughly deserving this recognition.”
King’s Awards for Enterprise – 2025 Surrey winners
Gordon Murray Group โ Innovation
Gordon Murray Group is an iconic Surrey-based firm, renowned around the world for exclusive lightweight supercars.
The King’s Award for Innovation is for the T.50. This is the lightest, best packaged, least environmentally impactful, highest revving, and best driving supercar globally.
Professor Gordon Murray CBE, founder and executive chairman of Gordon Murray Group, said: โAs a proud British business, it is such an immense honour for the team at Gordon Murray Group to receive The Kingโs Award for Enterprise.
โThe fact that the award specifically recognises innovation is a source of great pride as we aspire to deliver Driving Perfection through our innovative, highly exclusive supercars. ย
โIt is through the collective skills and creative minds of our entire team that we have built a brand that is recognised around the world as the pinnacle of automotive engineering excellence.
โWe will wear our Kingโs Award with pride, using it as yet more motivation to strive for ever higher levels of innovation in the unique supercars we create.โย
RENOURISH Limited โ Innovation
Renourish Limited was established in 2019 in Surrey. It is the worldโs first fresh soup in a microwaveable, fully recyclable, grab-and-go bottle.
The founder is a former critical care nurse and nutritional therapist. It makes soups from 100% fresh ingredients, with no additives or preservatives.
Designed for busy health-conscious consumers, the soup can be heated and consumed directly from the bottle. At its core is RE:NOURISHโs patented soup bottle, which is a global first.
It combines hot-fill compatibility, blast-chill durability, BPA-free microwave safety, and thermal insulation that keeps soup warm for 40 minutes. No other bottle globally meets these combined demands.
As a result, this innovative packaging is protected by international patents and design registered intellectual property.
Guildford-based RE:NOURISH is not only shaking up the UKโs fresh soup market. It is gaining international recognition as a disruptive force in the global health food sector.
Sirius Constellation Limited โ Innovation
Sirius, which is based near Godalming, is a highly entrepreneurial SME that has developed and deployed next generation maritime domain awareness technology. This promotes and enhances security, safety and sustainability at sea in the UK and in overseas markets.
Siriusโs technology provides maritime authorities with real-time information and autonomous alerts about unusual or suspicious activity at sea. It supports their work tackling modern maritime challenges across defence, environmental damage, illegal fishing, and security.
Malcolm Glaister, Chief Executive Officer of Sirius Insight, said:“It is the greatest possible honour to receive a Kingโs Award for Enterprise. This is a proud day for Sirius Insight and a marvellous accolade for the business and the journey that Sirius Insight has been on since we set up the Company in 2016.
“It is a wonderful tribute to the brilliant and tireless work of our amazing team, and our clients in the UK and overseas whose support and custom have played such a pivotal role in making Sirius the world-class AI maritime surveillance technology business that it has become today, recognised in markets around the world.”
Penta Consulting Limited โ International Trade
Penta Consulting is an Epsom based business. It is a global leader in delivering Technology Resource Solutions across the Information Communication Technology sector.
Penta’s unwavering focus on nurturing its workforce organically has been a cornerstone of its success.
By prioritising local recruitment, comprehensive training, and professional development the “Penta way,” the company boasts an impressive average tenure, defying industry norms.
In 2024, it was ranked among the top 60 UK Technology companies.
Stanhope-Seta Limited โ International Trade
Stanhope-Seta’s King’s Award for Enterprise 2025 is the fifth time it has received the honour. It follows previous Queenโsย Awards for International Trade in 2012 and 2022, and Innovation in 2014 andย 2019.
The manufacturing company in Chertsey creates laboratory quality control instruments across a range of applications. This ranges from jet fuel to lipstick.
Giles Verity, director and owner, said: โReceiving the Kingโs Award is a tremendousย honour and a testament to our teamโs passion, commitment and technical excellence. ย
“The Kings Awards celebrate the very best in British companies. They are internationallyย recognized as a trusted symbol of excellence worldwide. ย We continue to fly the flag for British manufacturing and innovation.”
Denbies Wine Estate Ltd โย Sustainable Development
Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking is one of Englandโs largest single estate vineyards. The estate, independently owned and run, comprises of 380 acres with 265 acres currently under vine. It has a production capacity of 1 million bottles. The first vines were planted on the estate in 1986.
The owner for the last 20 years is Christopher White.ย Under his leadership, Denbies has become one of the largest and most successful wineries in England.
It has been recognised for being a leading light in sustainable and ethical wine tourism. It is also the first vineyard in UK to be certified UKCCC Net Zero.
What are the Kingโs Awards for Enterprise?
The Kingโs Awards for Enterprise were previously known as The Queenโs Awards for Enterprise.
The awards are now in its 59th year. And it has awarded over 8,000 companies since its inception in 1965.ย The awards are valid for 5 years.
Almost all UK businesses can apply, and the application process is free and straightforward.
If you get an award youโll be:
invited to a Royal reception
presented with the award at your company by one of The Kingโs representatives, a Lord-Lieutenant
able to fly The Kingโs Awards flag at your main office, and use the emblem on your marketing materials
given a Grant of Appointment (an official certificate) and commemorative crystal trophy
Organisations that got an award have reported benefiting from:
Interested in applying to the Surrey Economic Growth Fund? A webinar providing top tips to support your bid is now available to watch.
Businesses, employer representative groups and partner organisations are all invited to apply for investment from the new Economic Growth Fund.
Up to ยฃ7 million is available for this financial year. Grants will be awarded to those demonstrating how they will boost economic outcomes for the people, places and businesses of the county.
More than 110 people attended the Economic Growth Fund webinar held today (8 May, 2025).
Applications for the first round are now open, closing at the end of May. Apply via the formย on the Business Surrey website.
Watch the Economic Growth Fund webinar
Watch the webinar in full by clicking on the play button below.
Business Growth Grantsย support companies of all sizes to scale up and create jobs. Match funding of between ยฃ10,000 and ยฃ50,000, covering 50% of project costsย is available.
Theย Innovation Spaces Fundย focuses on physical infrastructure, such as training hubs, collaborative workspaces, and testing facilities. Minimum bid of ยฃ50,000.
Theย Future Surrey Fundย is open to anyone, including partners โ such as employer representative groups, local authorities, research institutions and schools. Applications should focus on innovative ideas that can scale while delivering economic impact in Surrey.
To apply, youโll need to demonstrate how your bid delivers against the three priorities in the refreshed economic strategy. These are workforce and skills; business growth; and economic infrastructure in Surreyโs communities.
Thereโs a two step process for all three areas, starting with an expression of interest.
The county council’s plan advocates the creation of two unitary authorities in Surrey โ East Surrey and West Surrey โ as the most cost-effective, efficient and simple way of providing key local services.
The new authorities would have responsibility for all local government services in their area, including refuse collection, highways, parks and open spaces, libraries, social care, education and planning. They would replace the current two-tier system of one county and 11 district / borough councils.
The creation of new unitary authorities would also unlock further devolved responsibilities for Surrey. These would sit with a directly elected mayor representing the whole of Surrey, providing strategic oversight for economic development, skills, transport and housing.
Other areas, such as Greater Manchester and the West Midlands, already operate successfully this way. It sees the strategic authority working directly with employers to drive growth, improve employment opportunities for residents and bring investment into their regions.
Timeline for Shaping Surrey’s Future
If approved by its cabinet next week, Surrey County Council will submit its Shaping Surrey’s Future proposal to government before 9 May. The full proposal is on the Council website with additional information in the appendices.
District and borough councils will be putting alternative proposals forward by the same deadline.
Ministers will make a final decision in the early Autumn.
“While we recognise that LGR in itself is a matter for our local authority leaders to discuss directly with [government], on behalf of businesses across Surrey I want to reemphasise the importance of delivering strategic economic functions on a single county footprint.
“Our belief โ supported by examples of devolution elsewhere, such as Greater Manchester and the West Midlands โ is that business growth is dependent upon opportunities to maximise and leverage economies of scale, supporting cross-county collaboration between high-growth clusters and innovation assets.”
He added: “Whichever path is taken through the Local Government Reorganisation and devolution in Surrey, future success will require collaborative working with strong and independent unitary authorities operating on functional economic areas with a fair and reasonable split of innovation assets and strategic towns.
“We trust government and our local elected representatives to agree on the best way forward for the businesses, residents and communities of Surrey, ensuring that these authorities are well-placed to provide crucial, efficient and effective public services in the short and long term.”
Gatwick expansion plans latest
Published 30 April 2025
Business news
Gatwick expansion plans are due to be decided by government ministers later this year. Airport bosses are announcing they are prepared to make several changes to proposals relating to noise and public transport.
London Gatwick says bringing the Northern Runway into routine use is “one of the biggest growth opportunities for the UK today”.
The ยฃ2.2 billion project is privately financed and could serve up to 80 million passengers a year. And those at the airport claim it will driveย growth. They claim it will inject an additional ยฃ1 billion into the UK economy every year, creating 14,000 jobs.
The plans include moving the runway (currently used as a standby) 12 metres. This would allow the UK’s second busiest airport to have a second fully functioning runway.
Plans for bringing the northern runway into use were first consulted on in 2021.
A final decision is due by October 2025. Gatwick say work could start this year and be complete by 2030.
Gatwick’s response
London Gatwick responded to the Secretary of State’s minded to approve letter last week. It incorporated feedback on key conditions related to noise and public transport
In its response Gatwick stated it will accept stricter limits on aircraft noise. It has also put forward an improved noise insulation scheme for local residents.
Gatwick has also accepted a requirement of 54% of passengers using public transport prior to bringing the Northern Runway into operation.
The response reiterated the need for third parties, including the Department for Transport, to support delivery. This would include, for example, reinstating the full Gatwick Express train service.
If the 54% target is not achieved then London Gatwick has also proposed an alternative cars-on-the-road limit. This will be met before first use of the Northern Runway to address concerns about possible road congestion. โฏ
If neither are met, then use of the Northern Runway would be delayed until ยฃ350m of road improvements have been completed. This would make sure any additional road traffic flows can be accommodated and any congestion avoided.โฏโฏ
London Gatwick response also included measures to strengthen sustainable design and reduce emissions.
Creative and Cultural Industries Leaders Network launched at Surrey’s UCA
Published 20 April 2025
Innovation, Skills and workforce
A Creative and Cultural Industries Leaders Network has been established in Surrey, driving global conversations on technological change in this crucial regional and national sector.
The UKโs creative and cultural industries are worth ยฃ125 billion and trillions globally. It is a sector that is constantly evolving, with huge technological advances coming and fast.
But with the World Economic Forum employers anticipating 39% of workersโ core skills will change by 2030, there’s a challenge how industry leaders will adapt to change.
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is tackling these questions head on, starting by bringing together industry leaders. The inaugural meeting of the Creative and Cultural Industries Leaders Network took place at its Farnham campus last week.
Organisations attending the launch included Warner Bros, British Film Institute, Adobe, ITN and Appleโs Media Arts Lab.
About the Creative and Cultural Industries Leaders Network
Challenges for leadership was the focus of the first session, taking place at UCA’s bespoke Creative Business School.
Professor Lyndsay Duthie, UCAโs Pro Vice-Chancellor Academic Partnerships & Industry Engagement, explained:
โThe creative and cultural industries are full of opportunity, but being part of the narrative is vital to thrive in these changing times. We need to think globally to maximise potential and collaborate across disciplines. UCA has developed this Network with senior industry leaders to share ideas and shape its future.โ
Speakers included:
Samantha Perahia, Head of Production from British Film Commission,
Sara Whybrew Director of Skills at British Film Institute,
Stephen Hancock, Executive Director, Appleโs Media Arts Lab
award-winning TEDx speaker, Andy Coley
All acknowledged the importance of talent pipelines, resilience and leadership.
Other representatives taking part in discussions on leading for the future, considering AI, ethics and cultural power, included:
Kim Rowell, Managing Editor, ITN and Vice Chair of Royal Television Society Technology Centre,
Emma Thwaites from The Open Data Institute
Chris Wheeler from Warner Bros.
Niels Stevens Adobe
UCAโs President & Vice-Chancellor, Professor Jane Roscoe, reiterated:
โUCA is in a great position to facilitate the important discussions we must now have to futureproof our sector. The event confirmed that we can play a leading role supporting, steering and equipping the creative and cultural leaders for the challenges today and tomorrow.โ
If youโd like to join UCAโs Creative and Cultural Industries Leaders Network please email Helen Witt.
Surrey and the Creative Industries
Surreyโs creative industries cluster is a vibrant and dynamic sector. It comprises a diverse array of businesses, educational institutions, and collaborative networks.
It has more than 10,000 digital startups, film and TV studios, artistic producers, and entertainment companies employing 45,000 people.
There is a range of support available for freelancers, startups and businesses in the creative industries. Contact us to find out more.
Image credit: UCA
US tariffs support made available by government
Published 17 April 2025
Business news
US tariffs of 10% have recently been imposed on most UK goods imported into the United States. To support businesses in Surrey and the rest of the country, government is introducing some support measures.
Businesses in Surrey have a long track-record of trading with the world. And with the United States being our largest and closest trading partner, it could have an impact on how you do your business.
UK government has a range of US tariffs support on offer, including:
Government has suspended tariffs on a range of imported goods into the UK.
US tariffs currently in operation
The additional 10% tariff is on top of existing US duties, fees and taxes on imports from the UK. It’s been live since 5 April.
These additional tariffs do not apply to US imports of:
steel, aluminium articles and automobiles, which are subject to separate additional 25% tariffs. Tariffs of 25% on automobile parts are due to be implemented no later than 3 May.
copper, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors and lumber
energy, energy products and other minerals not available in the US
The tariffs situation is fast moving. So, it’s worth discussing the latest situation direct with the UK export support service before making any key business decisions.
UK trade with the US
The UK exports more to the US than to any other single country.
Or if you would like more bespoke support, get in touch with out team of experts via our business support form.
North Downs Line improvements backed
Published 15 April 2025
Business news
The North Downs Line Partnership, which aims to improve east-west train connectivity in Surrey, is receiving support from key organisations.
The North Downs Line is a key orbital east-west link for the South-East. It connects Reading, Guildford, Dorking, Gatwick Airport and the towns and villages in between.
As part of broader efforts to support regional economic growth and transport decarbonisation, a new partnership group is now meeting.
Great Western Railway (GWR), Network Rail, London Gatwick and Surrey County Council attended the inaugural meeting of the group. Its aim is to improve local services, grow the line and unlock further benefits for customers.
Partners want to develop the growth corridor while working closely together to deliver better services for residents and customers.
A key change could be the introduction of fast-charge battery trains on the line. This is something that GWR bosses shared with partners at the inaugural meeting.
Ongoing improvements
The North Downs Line Partnership is already unlocking benefits for passengers. It is building on early success of collaboration, including increased connectivity and a better timetable.
The December 2023 timetable change saw the introduction of two trains per hour between Reading and London Gatwick. This led to nearly 100,000 new passenger journeys year-on-year, with customers taking advantage of more frequent services to better suit their plans. Further plans to improve the timetable are in development.
Members of the partnership recently visited GWRโs fast charge batteryย test trainย at West Ealing to see the innovative technology.
Partners agree battery electric powered trains offer the best solution to replace the diesel trains currently in service on the line. It will provide better outcomes for passengers and support decarbonisation.
Next steps will be to encourage more partners to get involved to improve this vital train link. It is also looking to champion future investment in the line to promote rail as a sustainable way to travel.
Cllr Matt Furniss, Surrey County Council’s cabinet member for Transport, Highways and Economic Growth, said:
โWe’re pleased to see this new Partnership launched to focus improvements on the North Downs Line, working with a range of organisations to deliver on this. As the first local authority to sign up, we want to encourage more partners to come forward and share knowledge, expertise and ideas to improve the service.”
Jonathan Pollard, Chief Commercial Officer, London Gatwick said:
โAs we continue to grow as an airport, it is vital that we continue to invest in boosting sustainable transport options for our passengers and local communities.
โThe Great Western Railway service to Reading is already a vital service. Our partnership provides the framework for an even more ambitious and collaborative approach to developing air to rail services at London Gatwick. We are delighted to continue this journey with the GWR team.โ
Mark Hopwood, Managing Director of Great Western Railway said:
โThe North Downs Line remains a key route on our network, connecting communities across four counties with London Gatwick. Weโre proud to serve it. We want to see the timetable strengthened and deliver these improvements with local stakeholders to best accommodate the diverse range of customer needs along the route.โ
Mark Goodall, Wessex Route Director for Network Rail, said:
โWe are investing in the North Downs Line. Earlier this year, we replaced the wheel timbers on the bridge over the River Wey, south of Guildford.
“We are committed to finding ways to renew and improve the line for years to come to better serve those communities. Later this year, we will be completing the resignalling project on the line between Guildford and Reigate. Further details will be announced in due course.โ
GDLX25 indie games expo comes to Surrey
Published 7 April 2025
Events and awards, Innovation
GDLX25, a leading games expo showcasing the best indie talent in the UK, is coming to Surrey for the first time.
More than 600 people attend the annual event run by Game Dev Local. It’s normally held in east London but was at risk of being cancelled after the venue fell through.
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) came to the rescue, hosting the fourth edition of GDLX at its Farnham campus this weekend (April 12, 2025)
Stuart De Ville, CEO of GDL, contacted UCA to ask if anything could be done to help. The team at the university then stepped in.
Andy Bossom, UCAโs Industry Engagement Lead for the School of Games and Creative Technology said:
โUCA prides itself on its can-do attitude โ we are agile and were able to step in at the last minute, to become the host partner institution.
โItโs important for us to support the indie developer community, as many of UCAโs games graduates aspire to work on unique indie games after graduation. The last couple of years has been tough for the games industry, in terms of studio closures and the pausing of other key UK games events.โ
Stuart De Ville, CEO of GDL, said:
“The support from UCA has been nothing short of amazing. When we faced the unexpected challenge of losing our venue, it stepped up to ensure GDLX25 could still happen.
โEvents like this are vital to the indie games industry, providing a space for developers to showcase their work, connect with industry professionals, and build a stronger community. Thanks to UCA, we can continue that mission and bring together some of the brightest talent in indie games this year.โ
What is GDLX25?
GDLX25 is an indie games expo for indie game developers and enthusiasts.
GDLX25 is taking place Saturday 12 April, from 12pm to 7pm at the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham, Surrey.
With more than 50 independent games companies and around 600 attendees, it will showcase the brightest talent in the industry.
There will be industry talks, networking opportunities, and a careers stage led by experts on a wide range of topics, including game design, programming, art, and sound.
UCA can also announce, GAIN โ Games and Innovation Nexus โ will be the main sponsor of the event. GAIN is a partnership between UCA, the University of Surrey, and the University of Warwick supporting the wider gaming industry.
Surreyโs video game industry is one of the largest and most vibrant in the UK. It has over 85 studios and is often called the โHollywood of Gamingโ.
Surrey has seen many world-first innovations in this growing sector. In total it generates more than ยฃ3 billion a year for the UK GDP and employs almost 50,000 people.
The region is home to a diverse array of studios, from small independent teams to large companies.
We’ve worked closely with UCA and the University of Surrey on the GAIN programme. This aims to strengthen links and develop infrastructure between gaming businesses in Surrey.
Funding to boost growth for Surreyโs businesses and economy
Published 1 April 2025
Business news, Funding and grants
Funding to boost growth is now available from Surrey County Council with millions available for innovative ideas to enhance the economy.
Businesses, employer representative groups and partner organisations are all invited to apply for investment from the new Economic Growth Fund.
Up to ยฃ7 million is available for this financial year. Grants will be awarded to those demonstrating how they will boost economic outcomes for the people, places and businesses of the county.
Applications for the first round are now open, closing at the end of May. Apply via the form on the Business Surrey website.
The launch comes as the Council also publishes Surreyโs Economic Growth Strategy 2025 to 2035, which sets out the long-term focus and priorities to drive sustainable growth in the county for the next decade.
Business Growth Grants support companies of all sizes to scale up and create jobs. Match funding of between ยฃ10,000 and ยฃ50,000, covering 50% of project costs is available.
The Innovation Spaces Fund focuses on physical infrastructure, such as training hubs, collaborative workspaces, and testing facilities. Minimum bid of ยฃ50,000.
The Future Surrey Fund is open to anyone, including partners – such as employer representative groups, local authorities, research institutions and schools. Applications should focus on innovative ideas that can scale while delivering economic impact in Surrey.
To apply, you’ll need to demonstrate how your bid delivers against the three priorities in the refreshed economic strategy. These are workforce and skills; business growth; and economic infrastructure in Surreyโs communities.
There’s a two step process for all three areas, starting with an expression of interest.
Matt Furniss, Surrey County Councilโs Cabinet Member for Highways, Infrastructure and Economic Growth, said:
โThis is a fantastic opportunity for businesses, training providers and partners to secure immediate investment in ideas to drive growth in Surrey.
“We know that Surrey has a strong economy, contributing ยฃ50 billion a year to UK PLC. But the refreshed economic strategy highlights several challenges around start-ups, high-growth businesses, retaining talent and an increasing number of people out of work.
“The new Economic Growth Fund is one of the ways we can tackle those challenges while delivering benefits to the people, places and businesses across the county. Our ambition is simple: we want to position Surrey as one of the UKโs leading regional economies while ensuring No One is Left Behind.”
Chris Hurren, Chair of the Surrey Business Leaders Forum, said:
“Growth in Surrey, like much of the country, has slowed in recent years. We can only tackle the challenges by working together while focusing on the needs of businesses and outcomes for our people and places.
โThe refreshed Economic Strategy, which is evidence-led and developed in partnership with businesses, employer representative groups, academia and other key stakeholders, is very much the starting point of our journey.
โTogether, weโre determined to drive forward this ambitious agenda and deliver our ambition to benefit our residents, businesses and wider communities.โ
