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Letter: If GBC Wishes To Be Nature-friendly, Stop Spraying Weedkiller
From Gina Redpath former R4GV candidate In response to: Guildford Plays Its Part in Campaign to Protect Bees It’s ironic to see Cllr Potter supporting Guildford Borough Council’s promotion of “bee-friendly” gardening, while GBC continues to spray herbicides along pavements, outside our homes...
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Conservation Groups Say Government Policies Are a Threat To Wildlife
By David Reading Surrey conservationists are accusing the Government of “an assault on nature” – claiming that proposed legislation governing development and infrastructure will “significantly weaken” important habitat regulations and pose a serious threat to wildlife. They have strongly c...
Have You Seen Alexander?
By Martin Giles “Alex, we love you and care deeply about you.” This is the touching message from the family of 45-year-old Alexander Warren, who has been missing since Monday, May 12. The family together with Surrey Police are appealing for any new information about Alex and his whereabouts. A f...
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Millions of Taxpayer Money Recovered from Railway Fare Dodgers
By Esme Campbell Taxpayer money totalling £3.4 million was recovered by South Western Railway (SWR) revenue protection work in the 2024 financial year, the company revealed. Around seven million of the £152 million annual journeys taken on SWR are made without a valid ticket, costing the network n...
Notice: Have a Blooming Picnic – June 7
Bring a picnic to Guildford’s beautiful Castle Grounds and listen to the band… The post Notice: Have a Blooming Picnic – June 7 appeared first on Guildford Dragon....
New play area opens at Surrey's most-visited free attraction
It's good news for families wanting to enjoy some time by the river
Letter: This CIL Injustice Needs To Stop
From Steve Dally one of those facing a large CIL charge by Waverley Borough Council See: Opinion – CIL Payments – These Residents Deserve Justice and Council Agrees to Review Godalming Couple’s £70k CIL Charge Why are homeowners in Waverley receiving life changing fines? It’s all down to pa...
Another Surrey Council Is Fighting Off Bankruptcy
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter The desperate fight by Surrey Heath Borough Council to fend off bankruptcy crystallised further this week after it agreed to sell a car park and land in order “to keep the lights on”. The council, which neighbours Guildford borough the the north west, ...
Danish Brands Add Nordic Charm to Guildford’s High Street
By Stella Kuchanny Vikings are not thought to have reached this part of England but today there is a sizeable community of Danes living in Guildford and a growing number of Danish stores are bringing Scandinavian style and substance to Guildford’s shopping scene. From stylish furniture and minimal...
Live updates as Guildford town centre road closed due to police incident
Motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to avoid the area
County Council’s Lead Member for Children’s Services Steps Down Following Criticism
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Surrey’s lead for children’s service has announced she is stepping down from her role and will not be standing for re-election. Councillor Clare Curran has stepped down to become deputy cabinet member for children services with a particular focus on SEND ...
More opportunities to enjoy views at Surrey beauty spot as more than a mile of new paths opened
The area is now clearly connected to some very popular walking routes
Work on crucial road upgrades between Guildford and Woking continue ahead of 1,550 home project
Work on roads between Guildford and Woking still have six weeks to go
Opening date confirmed for new Superdrug store coming to Guildford retail park
Lots of work has been going on at the store
Letter: Come to Our Open Day this Saturday
From Bill Stokoe Are you looking for gentle, healthy outdoor exercise? Want to meet new people and widen your friendship circle? Why not try bowling, at a local club – Shalford Village Bowling Club? The club is actively seeking new members. On Saturday May 24 it is holding an Open Day when novices...
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...
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...
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
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
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