Surrey remains committed to delivering local government reorganisation and is on track for April 2027 as government launch review nationally

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SurreyLive — Guildford · yesterday Teenagers killed in Surrey crash named as families pay tribute after lives 'tragically cut short' • Joshua Farris and Max Redding were killed in a crash just outside Guildford last month

SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday One of Elmbridge's 'most prolific offenders' behind bars as drug dealer jailed • He pleaded guilty to possessing a class B drug with intent to supply

SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Surrey Tories throw weight behind London Mayor candidate's call to review ULEZ scheme • The original expansion of the ULEZ zone was met with fierce opposition in Surrey

Guildford Dragon · yesterday Legal Challenges Halt Council Reorganisation Elsewhere – But Surrey Is Unaffected • By Martin Giles Surrey will proceed with local government reorganisation next year despite a Government decision to withdraw plans for new unitary authorities in four counties, following legal challenges from Reform councils. • The counties affected are Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk and Suffolk. • Meanwhile, plans for 14 other areas will also be reviewed and paused.

Woking News & Mail · Local news · yesterday Council throws out Lidl plans for supermarket • A planning application by Lidl to build a supermarket on the Quadrant Court site on Guildford Road has been refused by Woking Borough Council.

Woking News & Mail · Local news · yesterday Surrey shadow councils consider tourism tax • Surrey’s two new unitary councils are considering a “tourism tax” to help buoy their finances amid major changes to local government in the area.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday One of UK's most 'prolific rapists' who lived in SE London could face more charges • A serial rapist described as "one of the most prolific predators" in the UK could face further charges involving seven more women.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Teenage boy dies following early hours crash into tree • A teenage boy has died after a crash in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Cyber security threats to Surrey’s local councils • Cyber security threats to local government remain a “significant strategic risk”, according to a report, with the creation of two new unitary councils posing “further complexity” to IT security.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Government to pay a chunk of Woking’s record debt • Crushing debt set to be inherited by hundreds of thousands of West Surrey residents will have a big chunk taken out of it after the Government officially began the process

University of Surrey news RSS feed · Education and research · yesterday Weight loss surgery can improve reproductive health of women living with obesity • Weight loss surgery can improve reproductive health of women living with obesity nm0034 Mon, 07/09/2026 - 10:22 Press release Metabolic bariatric surgery improves menstrual cycle frequency and symptoms of polycystic ovaries in women living with obesity, a new study from the University of Surrey reports. • The research team is recommending that preconception care and reproductive counselling be made available to women who undergo this weight loss surgery to help improve their reproductive health.

University of Surrey news RSS feed · Education and research · yesterday Natalie Goel - Designing an antiviral drug for Rift Valley Fever Virus • Natalie Goel - Designing an antiviral drug for Rift Valley Fever Virus kj0008 Mon, 07/09/2026 - 16:01 Case study Joint studentship with the School of Life Sciences (University of Sussex) and Dstl. • I appreciate being challenged to manage my own experiments and project What do you enjoy most about your PhD? • My favourite part of my PhD is being in the laboratory, learning laboratory skills and techniques that are novel to me.

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Blaze Get Their Revenge on Flames • Flames fought for a third period comeback but ultimately lost 6–4 against Coventry Blaze at home in the Skydome Arena. • The Coventry hosts made a flying start, scoring twice inside the opening five minutes to establish an early advantage thanks to Jaxson Esman on the powerplay, and Griffin Ness.

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 33 public listings happening across Guildford over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

10 SepAn Evening with Max Adams Waterstones Guildford

10 & 17 SepBowling for Mental Wellbeing Guildford Spectrum

11 SepBooming Lovelies The Guildford Institute

11 SepDele Sosimi Afrobeat Experience The Boileroom

11 SepHeritage Open Days Festival 2026 - Everyday Histories at The Guildford Institute - FREE EVENT The Guildford Institute

11 SepNew Limited Edition Launch Event RITUALS

11 SepThe Magic of Ava Beaux: Adult Edition Art & Grind

12 SepThe Art Of Your Womb Workshop: Painting To Reconnect With Your Body New House Art Space

12 SepThe GI Music Lounge - Vic Cracknell Jazz Quartet with special guest Duncan Lamont, Jr The Guildford Institute

13 SepGuildford Antiques and Brocante Market Guildford High Street

13 SepThe Energy Edit: VAYU Studio x NEOM Pilates Experience VAYU Studio

15 SepCommunity Tuesday Coffee Culture

15 SepThe Other Side Of Murder Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

9 & 16 SepSunflower café Guildford Reformed Church

16 SepYouth Theatre: Autumn Term (13-16yrs) Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

17 SepCheese and Wine Pairing – Wine Tasting Workshop The Guildford Institute

18 SepHejira - Jazz Festival University of Surrey

20 Sep5 Mistakes That Changed History Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

21 SepIntermediate Improv Comedy Course G Live

19 SepFake or Fortune | Guided Walk - Saturday 19 September 2026

8, 10, 12, 17 & 20 Sep; 19 Sep at 14:00Guildford Story | Guided Walk - Saturday 19 September 2026 at 14:00

13 SepHidden Guildford | Guided Walk - Sunday 13 September 2026

20 Sep at 14:00Pottage to Pasta | Guided Walk - Sunday 20 September 2026 at 14:00

15 SepPubs & Inns | Guided Walk - Tuesday 15 September 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

8, 9, 15 & 16 SepOriginal Theatre in association with Theatr Clwyd present The Other Side Of Murder Starring Rufus Hound, Susie Blake & Carla Mendonça Tue 15 Sep 2026 - Sat 19 Sep 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 8 Sep 2026

8 SepLittle Notes: Taster Session 14mos-2.5yrs Tue 8 Sep 2026 - Tue 8 Dec 2026 Fun-filled music classes

8 SepLittle Notes: Taster Session 2.5-4.5yrs Tue 8 Sep 2026 - Tue 8 Dec 2026 Fun-filled music classes

8 SepLittle Notes: Taster Session 5-14mos Tue 8 Sep 2026 - Tue 8 Dec 2026 Fun-filled music classes

9 SepNoonans Mayfair Valuation Days Guildford Valuation Days 2026 Wed 9 Sep 2026 - Wed 28 Oct 2026

16 SepYouth Theatre: Autumn Term (13-16yrs) Wed 16 Sep 2026 Youth Theatre for young people aged 13 to 16 years old.

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