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Decision on local government reorganisation

The Government has confirmed that Surrey will move to a two-unitary council model following its review of local government arrangements. Read our full story and future steps.

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Stay safe this Bonfire Night: celebrate responsibly and protect your community

We're reminding residents to celebrate Halloween and Bonfire Night safely, responsibly and with consideration for others.

New joint Tenancy Strategy to guide housing over the next ten years

Residents are being invited to have their say on a new joint Tenancy Strategy.

Step Into Christmas: Guildford's Town Centre transforms for a day of festive fun

Guildford transforms into a Christmas wonderland for a day bursting with free festive fun!

New street art project brings colourful makeover to town centre building

A group of street artists came to Guildford this weekend to give the Old Orleans building in the town centre a bit of a makeover, in conjunction with Guildford Festival of the Arts.
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Guildford Borough Council wins Platinum at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2025

Our commitment to animal welfare in the local community has been recognised with a Platinum RSPCA PawPrints Award.

Heading back to Uni?

Here's some information about rented accommodation for university students.

Mayor launches charity calendar for 2026

Photographers, judges, and invited guests gathered to celebrate the stunning images selected for the calendar that is now on sale to raise money for Mayor's charities.

Next phase of improvements to begin at Woking Road/ Bellfields Junction in Guildford

Find out about the next phase of highways improvements that start on Wednesday 24 September. They are part of our Weyside Urban Village (WUV) regeneration project.
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Joint Strategic Director for Finance to step down in December 2025

Richard Bates has announced his decision to step down from his role as Joint Strategic Director for Finance at Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council, due to family health reasons

Mayor affirms his commitment to serve the Borough at annual Civic Service

I'm honoured to serve this borough and will do so with dedication and integrity throughout my mayoral year.

Dive into 'All Year-Round Swimming' at Guildford Lido!

Year round swimming to be introduced at the Lido.

Guildford's Cleaner Air Day returns to our town

Cleaner Air Day was bigger, greener and even more fun this year!
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Corporate Strategy update

We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
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