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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. 

Planned maintenance to our phone payment system

We will not be able to take payments over the phone from 5.30pm on Tuesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 July. This is whilst we carry out some essential maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience. 

 

Nominations for The Mayor's Award for Access are now open

Mayor with group of winners 2023

The Guildford Access Group is in search of this year's nominees for The Mayor's Award for Access.

The awards ceremony will be on Tuesday 17 October at 7pm, in The Guildford Baptist Church, Millmead.

Make a nomination before Friday 7 June 2024

Make a nomination online

Or, email the Guildford Access Group via sophie.butcher@guildford.gov.uk

Award categories

  • Services to the Community
  • Access Through the Arts
  • Access Through Sports
  • Customer Services Awards
  • Accessible Premises for public use (bronze, silver and gold) 

The Guildford Access Group

Gemma Roulston and Diana Lockyer-Nibbs are the Co-Chairpersons of the Guildford Access Group.

The Access Group for Guildford was founded in 1978. At the time, there was almost no legislation protecting disabled people. The Group represents a wide range of residents, including:

  • elected councillors
  • Guildford Borough Council officers
  • Surrey County Council officers 

The Access Group can give advice on designing an accessible environment.