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The Dragon Says: Ash Bridge – Who is Accountable?

Soldiers have a saying: “Greatcoats on! – Greatcoats off!” It’s what they say when orders are given and then countermanded in quick succession and those above don’t appear to know…

Letter: Unacceptable for Confusion to Remain Over Ash Bridge

From John Ferns In response to: After a Week of Controversy – GBC Issues Statement on Ash Road Bridge GBC’s lack of foresight in issuing statements before fully understanding the…

Dragon Interview: Jeremy Hunt Agrees with Waverley Leader – New Housing Targets Are ‘Unachievable’

Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, now a backbench Conservative MP representing the new constituency of Godalming and Ash, is reported to have decided that he would stand down…

Letter: We Need to Think Outside the Box to Solve Guildford’s Transport Problems

From Jim Allen In response to: Forcing Cyclists to Share Roads with Motorists Will Not Allow the Change We Need There are many discussions regarding road loading for all users.…

Notice: The Mayor of Guildford’s Christmas Concert – December 15

Support the Guildford Veterans’ Hub and Matrix by attending the Mayor’s Christmas Concert with the Vivace Chorus……

Opinion: Forcing Cyclists to Share Roads with Motorists Will Not Allow the Change We Need

By Martin Giles Whichever side of the argument the SCC Cabinet came down on over the London Road Active Travel scheme it was bound to upset a large number of…

Updated: Council Executive Debates Allowances and More Help for Refugees

By Esme Campbell Councillor allowances and additional refugee accommodation were two of the salient issues on the GBC Executive’s agenda when they met on Thursday (November 28). Update: see special…

Letter: I Share the Frustration Over Waste Collection Calendars

From George Potter Lib Dem lead member for Climate Change & Environment at GBC In response to: Is the Cost of a Waste Collection Leaflet Really Too Much? I completely…

Letter: Is the Cost of a Waste Collection Leaflet Really Too Much?

From Roshan Bailey In response to: Changes to Borough Council’s Christmas Waste Collection Service One leaflet posted to us once a year is very convenient for residents to have a…

Post-Solace GBC Review Finds Progress Made But ‘Significant Issues and Risks Remain’

By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter A “strong foundation for progress” is the judgement on Guildford Borough Council’s improvement plan, according to a new independent report. Concerns were flagged in…