Some of our systems will be unavailable

Due to a local power outage your Council Tax, Benefits account and the Planning Portal will be unavailable on Saturday 6 December. We apologise for any inconvenience. To contact us in an emergency use our out of hours details.

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.

Using the town centre

Buskers are welcome in Guildford town centre. You do not need a licence to busk. Find out more by reading our street entertainment guidance page. No commercial activities are allowed in the town centre. This includes handing out leaflets.