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Free air quality alert service now available

The free service provides advance warnings when poor air quality or higher levels of pollution are forecast.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) latest news

Read all the updates about Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Surrey.

Heritage Open Days returns to celebrate the Everyday Histories of Guildford

England's largest festival of heritage and culture returns to Guildford with a host of free activities, tours, exhibitions, and experiences for residents and visitors to explore.

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.
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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.

York Road homelessness hub set for major upgrade following planning approval

We've secured planning permission for a major refurbishment and expansion of The Number 5 Hub homelessness accommodation on York Road.

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.

Next step towards modern, low-emission fleet approved

We've taken a significant step towards modernising our fleet after the Executive approved a replacement strategy for ageing vehicles and equipment.
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We've been awarded funding to tackle the sticky issue of chewing gum on Guildford streets

A grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force has helped to clean up chewing gum and reduce gum littering.

Green Belt Assessment published in light of national policy change introducing Grey Belt

This assessment does not mean development will automatically happen on any of these sites. This is about making sure we are working in line with national planning policy.

Bringing partners together to drive social value for residents

Working with Waverley Borough Council, we brought together over 80 organisations from across the public, private and voluntary sectors to drive social value across the community.

Fly tipping isn't worth the risk, warns Guildford Borough Council

We're reminding residents that fly-tipping is a criminal offence. It's also important you check that anyone who removes your waste is authorised to do so.
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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