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Election results

Local government in Surrey is changing, from 1 April 2027, Guildford Borough Council and Surrey County Council will be replaced by a new unitary authority called West Surrey Council.

Visit our election pages for the results of the council elections held on 7 May.

Retail Hospitality and Leisure Relief 2025

Can I opt out of the relief?

Ratepayers can opt out (refuse) the relief for a specific property at any time up to 30 April 2026.  The ratepayer cannot withdraw their refusal for either all or part of the financial year.  By virtue of refusing the relief the property is ineligible for the relief.