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Upcoming elections

Get ready to vote on 7 May 2026 for who will represent you on West Surrey Council. This will replace Surrey County Council and 11 borough and district councils (including Guildford) from 1 April 2027.

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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.

The Mayor of Guildford honours the work of incredible volunteers across the borough

The Mayor of Guildford, Cllr Howard Smith, hosted a special award ceremony for recipients of the Mayor's Award for Service to the Community 2026.

Rising stars from Guildford and Waverley commended at Young Local Authority of the Year 2026

Two rising stars from Guildford and Waverley have been recognised on the national stage after being Highly Commended (third place) at the Young Local Authority of the Year 2026 competition last week.

We recommend parish council for Guildford Town to West Surrey shadow authority

Full Council reviewed all three options available and agreed to recommend to the future West Surrey shadow authority that a parish council for Guildford be created from 1 April 2027.