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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.
Ongoing commitment to ambitious Weyside Urban Village regeneration scheme
We've reported the progress we've made on this scheme and the strategy being put in place to continue funding the project.
'Secret shopper' survey praises taxi standards across Guildford
Taxi and private hire standards across the borough are delivering a high level of service, according to a recent mystery shopper exercise.
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Delivering for residents: Guildford Borough Council marks one year of meaningful progress
At a meeting of Full Council on 29 July, we discussed the significant progress made over the past six months in delivering our Improvement Plan.
New Leisure partnership brings enhanced services to Guildford residents
Last night (29 July), our Full Council, considered the proposed new leisure services contract, recently reviewed by the Council's Executive.
Drivers warned as a new type of parking scam on the rise
We are issuing advanced advice to make sure that drivers do not fall foul of a new parking scam.
We are marking one year of strong progress on our Improvement Plan
We have reaffirmed our commitment to continuous improvement with the publication of our second six-monthly progress update on our Improvement Plan.
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Executive recommends a Community Governance Review for Guildford Town
At its meeting on 17 July 2025, our Executive agreed to recommend that Full Council consider a Community Governance Review for the unparished urban area of Guildford.
Guildford Castle Grounds and Stoke Park awarded coveted Green Flag Award
Guildford Castle Grounds and Stoke Park have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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