Decision Maker:

Outcome: Information Only

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 6, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The Leader made the following announcements.   The latest on Local Government Reorganisation in Surrey Last week, the Government decided to replace the current 12 Surrey councils with two new unitary authorities. The Government's announcement on Local Government Reorganisation marks a significant moment for Surrey. While we supported the proposal for three unitary councils in the county, our priority remains clear - doing what is best for our residents. We'll continue to work with councils across the county and our partners to help create new authorities that deliver for our communities into the future. We'll keep our residents updated as Local Government Reorganisation progresses, and the latest information can also be found on the Surrey LGR Hub.   North Street Construction Update We have been notified of a 24-hour road closure starting on Monday 10 November and lasting until Friday 12 December. There will be no through route from Friary Passage to North Street or Phoenix Court for general traffic. This closure will facilitate work including the reconstruction of the taxi rank next to McDonald’s, an adjustment of the kerbline and repaving of the footpaths. During this time, access to Friary Passage will be restricted to deliveries, servicing and refuse. Access will be closed to food delivery drivers (including Deliveroo/Uber Eats style mopeds and cyclists). You should all have received a more detailed email from St Edward on this; however, the full information and diversion route can also be viewed on the dedicated website - northstreetregeneration.co.uk   Service of Remembrance The nation will commemorate Remembrance Sunday this weekend and honour the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces and their families. Our Borough Service of Remembrance will take place at Holy Trinity Church at 9.45am. This will be followed by a parade to the Castle Grounds, where we will hold the two minute silence and lay wreaths at the war memorials. On Armistice Day (Tuesday 11 November) a short ceremony will take place outside the Guildhall. Residents and visitors are welcome to gather from 10.50am on Guildford High Street and observe the two minute silence at 11am. There are also many other Remembrance events you can join across our borough.   Update on The Electric Theatre We are about to launch a community survey to ask residents and groups for their views on the future of The Electric Theatre. We’ll also be running three pop-up sessions in Guildford to hear directly from local people. Our goal is to find a future that: ·        reflects the needs and ideas of our community ·        can be effectively maintained for years to come ·        continues to inspire creativity and the arts in Guildford. We want to make sure that any decision the Council makes is informed by our community, so would like to hear everyone’s views. Look out for more information in our newsroom and on our social media channels very soon.   Festive Fun Day A reminder that we’ll once again be stepping into Christmas in Guildford with our Festive Family Fun Day. This free, family extravaganza will take place in the town centre on Sunday 16 November from 11am to 4pm. The event will transform Guildford into a winter wonderland bursting with joy, music, and magical moments. Full event listings and updates are available on the VisitSurrey and Experience Guildford websites.