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Upcoming elections

Get ready to vote on 7 May 2026 for who will represent you on West Surrey Council. This will replace Surrey County Council and 11 borough and district councils (including Guildford) from 1 April 2027.

Find out more information about the upcoming election.

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.