Guildford Borough Council News Room

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

We've taken an exciting next step in securing the future of The Electric Theatre by launching a market engagement exercise with independent specialists Blue Horizon Ventures.

More support for residents and local businesses, improved Housing Services and action on climate change are among the achievements highlighted in our latest Delivery Plan Progress Report.

Latest assessment from Independent Assurance Panel confirms our Improvement Plan remains fit for purpose.

Guildford Borough Council has achieved a Platinum Award in Animal Activities Licensing at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2026.

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

The new Weyside Depot, as it will be known, is a modern, state-of-the-art, and energy-efficient facility that will bring a range of council services together.

Residents, businesses and community groups can share their views on the future of the local area as we launch our Local Plan Scoping Consultation.

Specialist architecture and community engagement consultancy Levitt Bernstein will lead a team to support the Westborough and Park Barn Better Homes Programme.

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.

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.