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Election results

The count for the West Surrey Council election is taking place today, Friday 8 May 2026. We will share the results for the Guildford area on our website and our social media channels as each ward is announced.

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Guildford Borough Council News Room

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Joint Statement from Pedro Wrobel, Chief Executive of Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council

Our thoughts are with the victims and their families following the deeply disturbing attack in Golders Green.

Taxi licensing decision upheld by Magistrates' Court

A decision by Guildford Borough Council to revoke a taxi driver's licence has been upheld by Magistrates.

Demolition work begins on empty homes as part of Westborough and Park Barn Better Homes Programme

Work is under way to remove several Council-owned empty homes in Westborough and Park Barn, marking the first visible step in the Better Homes Programme.

Celebrating National Bat Appreciation Day 2026

We're marking National Bat Appreciation Day on Friday 17 April by celebrating the important role bats play in local ecosystems.
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Regulator of Social Housing issues C1 grading to Guildford Borough Council

We've achieved a Consumer Standards C1 grading, the highest grading possible, following a recent assessment of our Housing Service by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH).

Guildford Crematorium rated 'outstanding' following independent inspection

We're celebrating Guildford Crematorium achieving an 'outstanding' rating, following a comprehensive inspection by the Federation of Burial and Crematorium Authorities (FBCA).

Major litter clean up on the Hog's Back collects over a tonne of rubbish

Our teams recently carried out a major litter-clearing operation along the A31, collecting more than a tonne of waste in three days.

We secure High Court injunction to halt unlawful development at Wanborough Fields

We've successfully obtained a High Court injunction to prevent further unauthorised development on land at Wanborough Fields.
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Council celebrates award for rare plant conservation

Our Parks and Countryside Services team are awarded in recognition for decades of successful conservation work at Lakeside Nature Reserve.

Cyber security and resilience lead this year's Business Question Time

Local business leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals come together for an evening of discussion, networking and insight.

Electors encouraged to 'Get ready to vote on 7 May' in elections for new Surrey Councils

If you live in the Guildford council area you'll vote in the West Surrey Council elections.

Planning continues to ensure new Surrey councils are ready to serve communities from day one

The East and West Surrey Joint Committees met to continue their work supporting a smooth and well managed transition ahead of vesting day on 1 April 2027.
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Corporate Strategy update

We have adopted our vision and priorities for the borough for 2024-34
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