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Letter: When ‘Political’ Isn’t the Same as ‘Party Political’
From Gavin Morgan In response to: There Are Few Choices That Are Not Political It is interesting how debates sometimes drift. A discussion about whether political party organisation is helpful at parish level now appears to have become a broader philosophical claim that “non-political people do no...
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GBC Announces New Moves To Try To Save the Electric Theatre
Guildford Borough Council has agreed to hire an independent specialist to assess how the Electric Theatre can continue to operate as an arts and performance venue. Discussions will also focus on options for making the building available for community use. The council’s Executive says it is buildin...
Gardener Alert! Guildford’s Next Seed Swap Is Tomorrow
Spring is almost here, rakes are being readied, seed trays sorted and dibbers dusted. Guildford gardeners, experienced and novice, are planning what to sow. But seeds can be quite pricey and often, if you have a smaller garden, you have to buy more than you need. Zero Carbon Guildford’s Seed Swap,...
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Mayor’s Diary: March 1 – March 15
The diary for the Mayor of Guildford, Howard Smith, and Deputy Mayor Jane Tyson as provided by GBC. All information supplied by GBC. Find out about Guildford’s Mayor & Deputy Mayor here. Sunday, 1 March to Sunday, 15 March 2026 Sunday 1 March 09:20 The Mayor, accompanied by t...
Teens arrested after two men attacked by gang at Guildford station
The two men were walking to the train station when they say the group of teens threatened them
Guildford Borough Council Shortlisted for Award
By Martin Giles Guildford Borough Council has been shortlisted in the prestigious 2026 MJ Achievement Awards which, according to a GBC statement, “celebrate the exceptional work and success of local government across the country”. According to the MJ Awards website: “After a record-breaking nu...
Guildford newest school moves in to 'exciting' new home
The Surrey Maths School has officially moved in to its permanent home 18 months after opening
Letter: There Are Few Choices That Are Not Political
From Brian Creese Labour party activist In response to: Those Who Say They Are Apolitical Are Being Dishonest As regular readers will probably know, I don’t often agree with Lib Dem Cllr George Potter (or he with me!) but in this case I couldn’t agree more. For some people, saying they are “no...
Witness Appeal Following Assault on Two Men in Walnut Tree Close
Four teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of two counts of assault causing grievous bodily harm following an incident near Guildford railway station early yesterday morning (Thursday, February 26). Two people were walking to the station when they were threatened and assaulted by a group of si...
After Two Years, New Crossing on the Epsom Road
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter After years of campaigning, petitions and crossed fingers, a new traffic light crossing has finally been switched on today, February 27, on Epsom Road in Guildford. The new crossing, just outside the turn off at Upper Edgeborough Road, comes after years of ...
"Incredibly dangerous" Guildford road gets new traffic lights after 1,000-signature petition
It comes after years of campaigning by parents and residents in the area
Letter: There Is A Difference Between Being Political and Party Political
From: Gavin Morgan In response to: Those Who Say They Are Apolitical Are Being Dishonest George Potter thinks everyone is political. That might be true if you go back to the original Greek use of the word in that everyone has values and belief systems which influence their opinions. However, that is...
The Guildford café where a chat could save you thousands in energy bills
One resident shared how her bills dropped from £2,800 a year to just £673
Surrey Heath Council Sees No Advantage in Farnborough Airport Expansion
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter Air pollution, noise, and climate change are three of the reasons Surrey Heath Borough Council is objecting to plans to increase weekend flights at Farnborough Airport. The business travel hub has a cap on weekends and is looking to increase that as part o...
Notice: Come and See the UK’s Youngest Ever Chess Grandmaster from Guildford
A single opponent is not enough for Sheyras… The post Notice: Come and See the UK’s Youngest Ever Chess Grandmaster from Guildford appeared first on Guildford Dragon....
Guildford police cordon outside railway station lifts as assault investigation continues
Officers will remain in the area to provide a visible presence in the area
Comment: It Is All About Power, Not Democracy
By Martin Giles Make no mistake, the real motivation behind the Labour government’s rush to impose its reorganisation of local government is its desire for power. Don’t believe any nonsense about an wish to improve local democracy, a desirable aim though that is. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ...
Rain set to return and flood alerts issued in look ahead at Surrey weather
Rain is set to return to Surrey this week with multiple flood alerts issued for the River Thames
Dragon Interview: Village Association Chair Pleads His Case to Keep Path Open
Lorimer Burn has walked his dog along the field side path on the Hog’s Back twice a day for 20 years, so Loseley Estate’s decision to close the path has affected him directly. But he is not the only one. He is also the chair of the St Catherine’s Village Association, which has put information ...
Police cordon near Guildford train station after early morning assault
A spokesperson for Surrey Police said: “We understand the significant police presence may be worrying"