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Section 24 Direction Issued to Surrey Councils on Financial Transactions

A letter has been sent to the chief executives of Surrey councils confirming that a Section 24 direction has been issued regarding financial transactions. This action is part of the ongoing local government reorganisation in Surrey.

The correspondence, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government on 7 July 2026, outlines the direction and includes an accompanying guidance note. The letter was addressed to Surrey councils' chief executives and sets out the requirements related to financial transactions during the reorganisation process.

Letting agents and inventory clerks operating in Surrey should be aware of this development, as local government reorganisation and related financial controls may impact council operations and property management processes in the area.