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Guildford’s MP Signs Letter Expressing Alarm Over PM’s Brexit “Red Lines”

By Martin Giles A letter warning Prime Minister Boris Johnson that his “Red Lines” will eliminate the chance of reaching a Brexit deal with the EU has been signed by…

Letter: Former Leader Should Re-evaluate His Circumstances

From Stephen Mansbridge Leader of Guildford Borough Council 2012-2015 In response to: Expense Claim Rejection Leads To Public Criticism of GBC’s Senior Officer Being a councillor at whatever level is…

Expense Claim Rejection Leads To Public Criticism of GBC’s Senior Officer

The former leader of Guildford Borough Council, Paul Spooner has “unfriended” GBC’s managing director, James Whiteman, and publicly criticised council officers for their handling of allowances and expenses issues. Such…

Notice: Opportunities For All Ages And Abilities With Surrey Hills Singing School

The Surrey Hills Singers has a reputation for producing engaging and entertaining performances and in September they will be looking for new members to swell their numbers. Their Ladies Daytime…

Letter: Has Anyone Seen One of These?

From Matthew Alexander Hon Remembrancer at Guildford Borough Council From the middle of the 19th century it was fashionable to decorate horse harness with circular brass pendants of various designs.…

Former Councillor’s Offer of Handover Advice on Town-Centre Planning Left ‘On File’

A former senior Conservative councillor says his offer of advice on town-centre planning has been rebuffed by the new Lib Dem leadership at Guildford Borough Council (GBC). Geoff Davis, in…

Notice: Local History Course – Commencing September 2019

Take your chance to learn more of our local history by signing up for Matthew Alexander’s local history course.…

Notice: RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show Returns For 27th Year

The RHS Garden Wisley Flower show returns in September, celebrating its 27th year. The six-day floral extravaganza will run from Tuesday to Sunday, September 3 to 8. This year, more…

Letter: New Lead Councillor for Planning Gives Good Impression

From David Carter In response to: Dragon Interview: Cllr Jan Harwood, Lead Councillor for Planning Thank you to The Dragon for giving us the chance to meet the new lead…

Mayor’s Diary – 26 July to 11 August 2019

Friday 26 July 18:30 The Mayor, Councillor Richard Billington, accompanied by the Mayoress, Mrs Lynda Billington, joins the Mayors and Chairmen of the Surrey Districts for a Charity Fish ‘n’…