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SCC Commitment to Keep Public Libraries

Emily Coady-Stemp local democracy reporter Surrey councillors have made a commitment that no library services will be lost in the county in the face of large costs to upgrade facilities.…

Most Guildford Council Ward Boundaries to Change if Recommendations Are Accepted

By Martin Giles Local voters and organisations are being asked to comment on draft recommendations for new ward boundaries across Guildford Borough. If Local Government Boundary Commission recommendations, the result…

Birdwatcher’s Diary No.245

By Malcolm Fincham November 17 brought with it a long-awaited full day of sunshine to the Surrey Hills. And the opportunity of getting some colour back to my photos. The…

Sandra Morgan Is First Recipient of Freedom of The Parish of Worplesdon

Worplesdon has presented its freedom of the parish honour to its first recipient, long-standing resident Sandra Morgan. With a MBE also to her name, Mrs Morgan served on Worplesdon Parish Council…

Five New Guildford Aldermen Appointed

Five former councillors, including two past Mayors of Guildford, have been honoured for their service to the borough by being made honorary aldermen. The appointment was made at a ceremony…

Tongham Housing Plan: £2.3 million Pledged to Support Local Facilities 

By David Reading Developers who are building the controversial new Admiral Park development in Tongham have pledged £2.3 million to Guildford Borough Council to improve local facilities. The first homes…

East Horsley Road Closure Shows a ‘Callous Disregard’ says County Councillor

By Hugh Coakley Fears that a planned road closure by Surrey County Council would dramatically affect trade for local shops appear to have been borne out. The road closure of…

Urnfield Sports Ground Application Rejected Against Planning Officers’ Advice

By Hugh Coakley The controversial application for a floodlit, all-weather hockey pitch and a 6-lane running track at  Urnfield school sports field was unanimously rejected on Wednesday (December 1) at…

Home Office Refuses to Reveal Where in Surrey Women Report Safety Fears

By Emily Coady-Stemp local democracy reporter The Home Office is refusing to reveal the Surrey locations where primarly women and girls have reported feeling unsafe under a pilot scheme. The…

‘Once in a Lifetime’ Chance to Extend Surrey’s AONB Leaves GBC Councillor Feeling Excluded

By Emily Coady-Stemp local democracy reporter and Martin Giles The public is to be asked to submit photos of their favourite Surrey Hills spots as part of a “once in…