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Have your say on our Housing Diverse Need Strategy
We know that every tenant's situation is different, so we want our housing services to be accessible, effective and supportive for everyone. If you're a council tenant, we want to hear from you.
New solar panels to provide 12% of Guildford Spectrum's electricity
Almost 1,200 solar panels are being installed on the roof of Guildford Spectrum as part of our work to make the leisure centre more sustainable.
Shopmobility returns with Council funding
We've given £44,874.00 in community grant funding to Guildford Shopmobility in the town centre.
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Ash residents to vote on Neighbourhood Plan in referendum
Residents in Ash will have the opportunity to decide whether to adopt the Ash Neighbourhood Plan when a local referendum is held on Thursday 29 October.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) latest news
Read all the updates about Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Surrey.
Search begins for new operator of The Electric Theatre
We've taken an exciting next step in securing the future of The Electric Theatre by launching a market engagement exercise with independent specialists Blue Horizon Ventures.
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Independent panel praises our improvement progress
Latest assessment from Independent Assurance Panel confirms our Improvement Plan remains fit for purpose.
Platinum award from RSPCA recognises our commitment to animal welfare
Guildford Borough Council has achieved a Platinum Award in Animal Activities Licensing at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2026.
Free air quality alert service now available
The free service provides advance warnings when poor air quality or higher levels of pollution are forecast.
Continuing to deliver for residents, communities and businesses
More support for residents and local businesses, improved Housing Services and action on climate change are among the achievements highlighted in our latest Delivery Plan Progress Report.
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Help shape the future of Guildford: Local Plan consultation opens
Residents, businesses and community groups can share their views on the future of the local area as we launch our Local Plan Scoping Consultation.
Team appointed to help Council and residents explore future possibilities for Westborough and Park Barn
Specialist architecture and community engagement consultancy Levitt Bernstein will lead a team to support the Westborough and Park Barn Better Homes Programme.
Helping to ease back-to-school costs for local families
Our Community Wellbeing Team has helped local families get ready for the new school year, by making school essentials more accessible while encouraging the reuse of pre-loved items.
Celebrating a major milestone as construction of new depot is completed
The new Weyside Depot, as it will be known, is a modern, state-of-the-art, and energy-efficient facility that will bring a range of council services together.
Corporate Strategy update
We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
Find out more about our Corporate Strategy Corporate Strategy update