EFS ‘important step’ in Woking’s contribution to new West Surrey unitary

The financial certainty afforded by the government providing up to £58.1m in exceptional financial support (EFS) for 2026/27 has been welcomed by Woking Borough Council as “another important step in our long‑term recovery”.

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Council leader Ann‑Marie Barker said Woking would continue to work closely with commissioners and government to progress its asset disposal programme, debt reduction plan

EFS ‘important step’ in Woking’s contribution to new West Surrey unitary

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