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New Joint Strategic Director of Finance and Section 151 Officer appointed
Richard Bates appointed by Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils
Come and watch work at Ash Road Bridge
Ash residents will have a chance to see progress on Ash Road Bridge first hand over the next Bank Holiday weekend, 4 to 6 May.
Asset disposal programme strategy approved
This programme was approved by the Executive on 18 April 2024. It is part of our financial recovery plan.
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Joint Strategic Director leaves Councils
In our statement issued on 16 February 2024, we referred to an investigation relating to the procurement and management of housing maintenance contracts for Guildford Borough Council.
The Mayor launches adult charity football tournament
We're thrilled to announce the upcoming adult charity football tournament on Sunday 2 June 2024. Register a team or watch on the day.
Guildford Spectrum secures funding from Swimming Pools Support Fund
Our Spectrum Leisure Centre has been awarded £86,000 from the government's Swimming Pools Support Fund (SPSF) and Sport England.
Decision to launch investigation into housing maintenance agreed
The Joint Senior Staff Committee of Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council met yesterday (29 February).
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Auction of properties in Castle Street and Quarry Street
Announcing the upcoming sale of properties in Guildford, Surrey.
First phase of the Local Plan update is underway
We're updating our Local Plan to make sure it fits our community's changing needs.
Update to the Local Plan agreed
Last night, (21 February) our full council agreed that an update to our Local Plan: Strategies and Sites (2019) (LPSS) is necessary.
Funding available for big and small community projects
We're still offering funding for community projects this Spring, but with a twist! We could offer you funding for up to £5,000 as a boost, or match fund your larger project up to £25,000. Applications close 22 May.
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New Joint Chief Executive appointed at Waverley and Guildford Borough Councils
The appointment of Pedro Wrobel as the Joint Chief Executive of Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council has been approved by both councils.
Step into spring with a seasonal stroll
If you come down to Chantry Woods in May you'll be in for a big surprise!
Arrest made as part of ongoing criminal investigation
As part of an extensive and ongoing criminal investigation led by the police into alleged fraud relating to our housing maintenance service, we understand that several warrants have taken place and an arrest has been made by the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU).
Important information about your rent
If you're a tenant in our borough and getting Universal Credit, here's some important information about your rent.
Local Plan update
Full council have agreed we must update our Local Plan: Strategies and Sites (2019) (LPSS).
Find out more about the Local Plan Local Plan update