Concerns HMOs are 'taking over' neighbourhoods in Guildford as group leads call to action

• One resident said her small road is now over 70 per cent houses of multiple occupancy (HMOs) and also has a bail hostel and care home

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SurreyLive — Surrey Police · today Police appeal to help find missing Surrey girl, 15, 'as soon as possible' • Raquel, 15, was last seen on Sunday evening (June 28) and police are concerned for her welfare

SurreyLive — Guildford · today Developers unveil plans to build 32 new homes in centre of Guildford on former pub site • Homes would be split across three distinct buildings on the town centre site

Guildford Dragon · today GBC Executive Confirms Decision to Reject Creation of ‘Clean Air Zone’ • By James Moules local democracy reporter GBC’s Executive confirmed that a “clean air zone” will not be created in Guildford after councillors accepted a report saying the costs would outweigh the benefits of such a scheme. • Guildford Borough Council’s Executive was presented with a report into measures to stem the level of harmful air pollution

SurreyLive — Guildford · today Morrisons Daily closure in Guildford neighbourhood leaves Post Office services in 'unplanned' jeopardy • The Post Office has said news of the closure was 'unplanned' but it will work to restore services to the area

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today Woking primary school could get a new "specialist base" to increase SEND capacity • The proposals could change up the make-up of the school

SurreyLive — Woking · today Adorable flower shop in Surrey village with Mad Hatter tea party workshops named county's best • Award-winning florist Kate set up her own shop when she was 21 years old

University of Surrey news RSS feed · today Women hold just 3% of jobs in tourism's biggest transport sector, global study finds • Women hold just 3% of jobs in tourism's biggest transport sector, global study finds gm0033 Tue, 30/06/2026 - 09:59 Press release Women remain vastly underrepresented in tourism transport jobs worldwide, making up just three per cent of land passenger transport workers (such as bus and train staff) in countries with available data, according to a University of Surrey-led report. • Commissioned by UN Tourism and the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), the Global Report on Women in Tourism Transport is the first worldwide study to map women's participation across air, land and water passenger transport industries. • The report draws on data from 99 countries and finds persistent barriers that continue to limit women's access to jobs, career progression and leadership positions across the sector.

Guildford Dragon · today Challengers Charity Gets Ready For Its Annual Jazz-on-the-Green Event • The Wood Street Jazz Festival is back for its 12th year on Sunday July 19th. • The annual event is held in aid of Challengers, the Guildford charity dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children, young people and their families through the power of play. • In partnership with Guildford Jazz, Challengers is inviting people to join in

Guildford Dragon · today Highways Bulletin: New Option for Home EV Charging • The information for this bulletin comes from Surrey County Council and is written by them. • See interactive map here. • Report potholes and highway issues here.

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today Epsom stables will be demolished to make way for homes and supported-living accommodation • The stables have been a part of the town known for its horse racing for over a century

SurreyLive — Surrey News · today Popeyes to open Kingston location as American restaurant chain reveals exact date • The first three customers will win free chicken sandwiches for an entire year

SurreyLive — Surrey Police · today Names and faces of Surrey criminals jailed in June, including police officer caught speeding • A number of criminals have been put behind bars across Surrey in June

University of Surrey news RSS feed · today Five reasons to study our Media and Communication BSc at Surrey • Five reasons to study our Media and Communication BSc at Surrey ss0122 Mon, 29/06/2026 - 15:49 Feature Academics who teach on our Media and Communication BSc reveal what makes it different, and the secret behind our graduates’ success. • Come and find out why media studies at Surrey is ranked 3rd for overall satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2025. * Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide league tables 1. • Boost your career prospects Ninety-three per cent of our graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026, HESA).

University of Surrey news RSS feed · today Researchers identify genetic differences affecting toddler activity levels and discover they are also associated with ADHD • Researchers identify genetic differences affecting toddler activity levels and discover they are also associated with ADHD nm0034 Wed, 01/07/2026 - 11:39 Press release A toddler’s activity levels are influenced by genetic differences, with some of the same genetic markers also linked to Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), according to new research from the University of Surrey. • Credit: Getty Images In the first study of its kind, an international team of scientists, led by Professor Angelica Ronald, analysed data from nearly 80,000 infants from multiple national and international cohort studies, to discover the genetic differences that influence toddler activity levels. • Genetic differences (or genetic variation) refer to the differences in DNA sequences between individuals.

What's on: next 7 days

A quick-view of 8 public listings happening across Guildford over the next 7 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Fri 3 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.3 Jul Glass Bridges The Back Room

Sat 4 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.4 Jul Guilfest Stoke Park

Sun 5 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.5 Jul Staines Brass - Bandstand Concert Castle Grounds

Tue 7 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.7 Jul Community Tuesday Coffee Culture

Tue 7 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.7 Jul Guildford Farmers Market High Street Guildford

Wed 8 Jul · Experience Guildford BID events.8 Jul Sunflower café Guildford Reformed Church

Sun 5 Jul · Visit Surrey - Guildford events.Arts and Makers Market - Sunday 5 July

Sun 5 Jul · Visit Surrey - Guildford events.GUILFEST 4 - 5 July 2026

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The crucifixion sculpture above the round window at Guildford Cathedral was designed by the celebrated sculptor and typographer Eric Gill. Source →