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Letter: Is This the Ugliest Building in Guildford?
From Roger Kendall See: Solum Starts Station Phase for 98 New Homes and 640-space Car Park Is the new car park block at the station the ugliest building in Guildford now? What has happened to make the council have no care for the town any more? How can we press for something to be done? […] The po...
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Pub Chain Wins High Court Battle Over Customer’s Injuries
JD Wetherspoon was not liable for injuries a man sustained at the company’s Guildford pub when two members of the door staff restrained him, the High Court ruled this week. The court ruled that the staff were independent contractors rather than employees of the pub chain. Wetherspoon’s were appe...
Forest Management Can Influence Health Benefits
The recent outcry by Compton residents following the felling of trees in in Bummoor Copse has shown what an importantant part forests, woods and even individual trees can play in our lives as recreational amenities, an escape or as familiar, perhaps reasuring individual, long-living, landmarks. See:...
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Dragon Interview: New Guildford Mayor Howard Smith
If you did not already know the Borough of Guildford has a new Mayor, Howard Smith, a Labour borough councillor who represents Westborough ward. In an interview with Dragon editor Martin Giles, Cllr Smith explains how he is a true Guildfordian and how his ambition to become a rock star, developed wh...
Delaying the Net-Zero Transition Could Have Dire Consequences, Research Reveals
By Esme Campbell Delayed and disorganised energy transitions increase the economic risks of climate change, new research from the University of Surrey reveals. The paper, published in Ecological Economics, outlines that earlier transitions are more beneficial than disorderly, rapid shifts, which, th...
Wetherspoon not responsible for injuries to man who was restrained by security at Surrey pub, judge rules
The pub chain's appeal against the £70,000 damages pay out has been allowed
County Council Leader Appeals to MPs Not to ‘Talk Down’ Children’s Services
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Surrey County Council has made an apparent U-turn on MPs’ engagement with cases involving Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The council has denied it is closing down channels of communication, and county council leader Tim Oliver has pleade...
Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and businesswoman wife visit Guildford to meet young entrepreneurs
Youngsters spoke to the former PM and his wife about their micro businesses to help highlight National Numeracy Day
Guildford Plays Its Part in Campaign to Protect Bees
Guildford Borough Council marked World Bee Day by highlighting the important role bees play in the ecosystem and what the council is doing locally to help protect them. Bees support biodiversity and food production. However, despite their importance, pollinator populations are in decline, with habit...
A New Superdrug is Coming to Guildford’s Ladymead Retail Park
By Stella Kuchanny Guildford shoppers are set to see a new addition to the town’s retail scene: a brand-new Superdrug store on-schedule to open on Thursday, May 29 at Ladymead Retail Park. While the town already benefits from a well-stocked Superdrug on the High Street, this second location might ...
Two Candidates Compete for Seat on Ash Parish Council
By David Reading The residents in Ash South will go to the polls on Thursday, May 29, to elect a new parish councillor. The by-election follows the resignation of Sara Badger, an Independent who was elected in June 2023. Ms Badger cited health concerns as the reason for her resignation. See: Council...
Ducks on canal in Surrey injured after catapults fired at them as police increase patrols
Police are taking action and urging anyone who witnesses people harming wildlife or firing catapults to get in touch
MPs Unite in Criticism of SCC’s Handling of SEND Cases
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Surrey MPs have slammed the council for apparently closing down discussions on constituent SEND cases. In a rare case of unity between parties, both Liberal Democrats and Conservatives have written separate letters to Surrey County Council criticising its dec...
Guided Walk and a Talk Celebrating Guildford’s Railway Heritage
Following Geoff Burch and David Rose’s successful recent exhibition of vintage railway photos and memorabilia at Guildford station, they have a free guided walk and a talk coming up. Join them on Saturday morning, June 7, for a circular walk, in conjunction with the National Trust’s River Wey Na...
Guildford farmer sends warning after horrifying cow death at beauty spot
The cow was found butchered
EasyJet to Run Its Full Half-term Flight Schedule Despite Strike Action
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter Gatwick Airport’s largest carrier easyJet is expecting to run its full schedule during the busy half term period despite industrial action taking place by their oil refuellers. Strike action by baggage handlers, which would have run at the same time, was...
Stoke Mill To Be a Pub If Plans Are Approved by Borough Council
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Plans have been submitted for a new pub in Guildford. The building on Woking Road could be transformed into a destination pub. McMullen and Sons, a Hertfordshire brewery and pub company, has revealed its vision to regenerate the iconic Stoke Mill in Guildford...
Forecasters warn of thundery and wet weather as Surrey’s dry spell ends
The warm and dry weather may be ending by the bank holiday and half term
Notice: The Brigitte Trust’s Before I Say Goodbye Workshops
The Brigitte Trust offers a free service of emotional support and practical help for people and their families living in the Surrey area and facing the challenges of terminal conditions. It is hosting its Before I Say Goodbye workshops on Tuesdays June 10, 17 and 24, at Clandon Wood Natural Burial G...
Iconic Guildford building could become riverside pub with 'destination beer garden'
The building has been empty for 5 years