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Supporting you to have your say on the future of local government in Surrey
We're running a series of online and in-person events to help support you to have your say on Local Government Reorganisation.
New Leisure Contract Scrutinised
We recently announced our intention to award a new leisure services contract to Wealden Leisure, trading as Freedom Leisure, following a comprehensive and competitive procurement process.
Guildford House Gallery welcomes first solo exhibition by award-winning artist
Artist Lucy Pass, winner of the Guildford House Open 2024 competition, will begin her exciting first solo exhibition at Guildford House Gallery on Saturday 5 July.
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Publishing our 2024 -25 Annual Report to Tenants
We have published our Annual Report to Tenants 2024-25, highlighting how tenant feedback is driving real improvements in their housing services.
Successful prosecution for breach of an effective enforcement notice
As the Local Planning Authority (LPA), we have secured a successful prosecution against a landowner for the breach of an effective enforcement notice.
New Air Quality Strategy approved
Our new Air Quality Strategy, which sets out the steps that will be taken over the next five years to improve air quality across the borough, has been approved by councillors.
New leisure contract announced
We have announced our intention to award a new leisure services contract to Wealden Leisure, trading as Freedom Leisure, following a comprehensive and competitive procurement process.
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Have your say on the future of local government in Surrey
Take part in a landmark Government consultation that will help determine the future shape of local government in Surrey.
Have your say on draft guidance for tall building development in Guildford
We're asking residents, community groups and developers for their feedback on our draft Tall Buildings Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).
We're hosting an online event to help you have your say on future of local government in Surrey
You're invited to join us at an Online Engagement Session on Thursday 3 July to find out about the most significant change to councils in Surrey for over 50 years.
Get involved in Guildford's Heritage Open Days celebration
Venues and groups across Guildford borough are invited to take part in a national celebration of heritage and culture this Autumn.
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Surrey research to power solutions for local challenges through new Civic Lab with Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils
Learn more about our collaboration with the University of Surrey and Waverley Borough Council in this partnership press release.
Putting residents first with our new Tenant and Leaseholder Engagement Strategy
This strategy places residents at the heart of shaping their housing services, delivery, and improvement.
Read our 2025-26 Delivery Plan for A Greener, Fairer, Thriving Future
We have launched our bold new Corporate Delivery Plan for 2025-26, setting out a clear and ambitious roadmap to deliver on our vision of a Greener, Fairer, Thriving Guildford.
Guildford marks Armed Forces Week
A flag-raising ceremony at the Guildhall to honour the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces community
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