The 50th Anniversary of the Guildford Pub Bombings is Today
Guildford’s most infamous night in its modern history happened 50 years ago this evening on Saturday, October 5, 1974. It was, of course, the Guildford pub bombings in which five people died and more than 60 were injured. Earlier this year, police told the family of one…
Dragon Interview: Lead Planning Councillor on New Housing Target Proposal
A 100 per cent increase in the housing target might not have come as a complete shock, given that the Labour Party had made its intentions pretty clear during their election campaign, but it does present a huge challenge to Guildford Borough Council, which has been exceeding…
Off Season Opening of Guildford Lido ‘Not Financially Viable’
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Outdoor swimming enthusiasts have called on Guildford Borough Council (GBC) and operator Freedom Leisure to reinstate all-year-round swimming at the Guildford Lido, in Stoke Park, in their contract when it is renewed in November. The pool used to be open 12…
Reactions to News of GBC Asking for Reconsideration of Doubled Housing Target
Reaction was sought on the news that Guildford Borough Council has asked the government to reconsider its proposed doubling of the housing target for Guildford as part of a a revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). Various interested parties were asked: “Do you think the new proposed…
October is Special for Book Lovers in Guildford
By Alice Fowler For book-lovers in Guildford, there’s something special about October. What other month of the year can you find international best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith chatting at the Baptist Church; Lynda La Plante sharing stories at the Electric Theatre; and Patrick Grant popping in to…
Gloomy Outlook for Surrey Police Staffing
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Staffing cuts at Surrey Police could be in the pipeline as the force attempts to fill a potential £23.4 million financial hole. Surrey Police have to make the savings in the next four years and government-agreed pay increases for police officers…
GBC Asks Housing Minister to Reconsider Guildford’s Housing Target
By Martin Giles Guildford Borough Council has submitted its response to the Government’s consultation on proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). At present, Guildford’s Local Plan housing target is 562 per annum but under the Government’s new proposed method for calculating housing need this…
Child Murder Trial to Commence
The trial of those accused of the murder of ten-year-old Sara Sharif in Horsell, Woking last year is expected to commence at the Old Bailey in London on October 7. It is anticipated that jury selection and legal arguments will take about a week with opening statements…
Increase to Bus Stop Suspension Charges
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter Charges for suspending bus stops will increase from October onwards to encourage shorter interruptions and reduce the inconvenience to passengers. It is hoped that the move will deter companies from suspending bus stops for an extra day when it is not…
Penalty Gives City Victory Over Tooting for Second Time in Two Weeks
Guildford City (1) 2 Tooting & Mitcham (1) 1 Please check back tomorrow for match report and post-match interview.…
Dragon Interview: New Compensation Offer for Bramley
Asda has made an improved compensation offer to the Bramley community and individual residents for the problems they have experienced because…
Two Men Charged Following Burglary Offences Across the South East
Two men have been charged with conspiracy to commit burglary following 77 offences across the South East of England. Terence O’Reilly,…
Birdwatcher’s Diary No.313
By Malcolm Fincham A high pressure system remained over the UK as we moved into the third week of September. Its…
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