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Surrey M25 live updates as 90 minute delays caused by HGV crash
A recovery team are now working to clear the scene, and the Surrey Fire and Rescue service has also been on site.
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'Action is now critical' to protect Guildford from flooding with town centre changes planned
The council believes climate change means that 'action is now critical' to protect the town against flooding
Meningitis case confirmed at University of Surrey
A case of meningitis has been confirmed at the University of Surrey, in Guildford.
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Letter: Time to Fight Back on the Local Plan
From Catherine Young R4GV borough councillor for Clandon & Horsley As a member of Guildford’s Local Plan Panel I have been involved with briefings and workshops to get us to this stage and I am very pleased to see this progressing to ensure we get the right housing built in the right locations...
Mayor’s Diary: June 7 to June 21
The diary for the Mayor of Guildford, Jane Tyson, and Deputy Mayor, Dominique Williams. All information as supplied by GBC. Find out about Guildford’s Mayor & Deputy Mayor here. Friday 5 June to Sunday 21 June 2026 Monday 8 June 18:00 The Mayor attends His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant & Mr...
Highways Bulletin: Weybridge Improvements
The information for this bulletin comes from Surrey County Council and is written by them. See interactive map here. Report potholes and highway issues here. Improvements Coming to Weybridge This Summer Work on the next phase of the Weybridge town centre improvements programme is due to begin on Jun...
Letter: We Need a Responsible Approach to the Problem of HMOs
From Veronica Mansfield In response to: Residents Tell Councillors and Planner What It Is like to Live With Multiple Occupant Houses This Dragon article really caught my eye and the map brought home the extent of the development of HMOs clustered around the University of Surrey. It made me think abo...
Letter: Who Will Champion Residents Concerned By HMOs Now
From Fiona Davidson former R4GV county councillor In response to: Is Cllr McShane the Right Choice? In his letter, Cllr Howard Smith raises the issue of Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMOs) which are having a detrimental impact in several areas of Guildford. In 2020, during the review of Development...
The Blooming British Weather Fails To Dampen Guildford In Bloom’s Big Event
The weather did its worst – but nothing could stop the annual picnic held to celebrate Guildford In Bloom from going ahead. The Blooming Picnic has been held in the Castle Grounds on the first Saturday in June for many years now. After last year’s cancellation due to bad weather, the organiser...
'Much-loved' son remembered in this week's Surrey death and funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones
The Surrey village community fridge that supports hundreds of families every week
The community fridge concept grew in popularity during the pandemic but is now five-day-a-week operation
Notice: Volunteer With Us
Can you help out on a range of activities to support young adults with learning difficulties?
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New SEND Classroom in Reigate
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter “Admirable” new special education facilities will soon be provided at Reigate College after planning permission for a new classroom was secured. The college has said it will help provide tailored education for students with disabilities and complex lea...
Residents Tell Councillors and Planner What It Is like to Live With Multiple Occupant Houses
By Martin Giles Residents’ concerns about the increased number of houses of multiple occupancy, or HMOs, came face-to-face with the reality of current planning regulations on Wednesday evening (June 3) in Westborough. Council leader Julia McShane (Lib Dem, Westborough) warned of the appearance of ...
Man Charged with Attempted Murder Following Crossbow Attack at University
June 5: A man has been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Guildford yesterday. Officers were called to reports of a man being shot with a crossbow at Manor Park Student Village, Guildford, at around 10am on Thursday June 4. Almunthir Daqamah, 21, has been charged with attem...
Month-long road closure set to start off Guildford roundabout being turned into crossroads
It is the latest set of roadworks to prepare for the 1,650 home Weyside Urban Village project
Police name man charged with shooting University of Surrey security staff with crossbow
A positive update has also been provided on the victim's condition
Man shot with crossbow was University of Surrey security staff member
The man in his fifties was sent to hospital in serious condition
Letter: Is Cllr McShane the Right Choice?
From Howard Smith In response to: West Surrey Ten-councillor Council Executive Announced Given the number of appalling housing issues since she’s held the housing portfolio in Guildford, is councillor McShane’s appointment the right choice for housing and communities for West Surrey? Her record ...
Arrest Made Following Crossbow Attack at University – Man Seriously Injured
A 21-year-old Saudi national has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following reports of a man being shot with a crossbow at the University of Surrey. A man in his 50s, a former student at the university, was taken to hospital. Officers were called to Manor Park Student Village, Guildfor...