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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us at an online or in-person event where you find out more about Local Government Organisation, ask questions and find out how to have your say. 


Essential maintenance to our planning services

There may be disruption to our planning services from Thursday 17 July to Friday 18 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. You may be unable to search or comment on a planning application during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

 

Corporate Leadership Board

Assistant Directors for Legal and Democratic Services

From 1 October 2022, the Assistant Directors are responsible for these functions across both Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council:

Democracy and Governance: Alex Polak 

  • cabinet office (support to Executive councillors)
  • civic office
  • democratic services
  • electoral services
  • executive support (support to Joint Leadership Team officers)

Legal Services and Information Governance: Claire Beesly 

  • legal services - planning, contracts and litigation law
  • information governance, including Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests.

Joint Assistant Director of People: Claire Weavis (interim)

  • HR
  • learning and development
  • payroll