World first patent applications filed for inventions generated solely by artificial intelligence
1st August 2019
A multi-disciplinary international team led by Professor Ryan Abbott at the University of Surrey has successfully filed the first ever patent applications for two inventions created autonomously by artificial intelligence (AI) without a human inventor. The AI inventor, named “DABUS”
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Happy Child International’s House of Commons Fundraiser
16th October 2017
Surrey-based charity Happy Child International are hosting a fundraising dinner at the House of Commons on Thursday November 30th 2017 to help Brazilian street children in need. Guests can expect to enjoy drinks at the reception, alongside a gourmet 3 course dinner. The
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London Gatwick lends helping hand to good causes in Surrey
20th May 2024
Surrey community groups were celebrating this week as London Gatwick announced the recipients of £30,000 from the first round of the London Gatwick Foundation Fund of 2024, across Reigate and Banstead, Tandridge and Mole Valley. Among the six good causes
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Farnham Soapbox Needs You
1st August 2019
Can you spare an hour or two? The Farnham Soapbox isn’t too far away now (Sunday 18th August) and we are looking for volunteers to help us collect the entry donations on the day. It’s set to be a
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Southern Region Stakeholder Update: Industrial Action – Thursday 15th and Saturday 17th September
9th September 2022
A message from Southern Region Stakeholder Team regarding industrial action between Thursday 15th and Sunday 17th September Dear Stakeholder, We are writing to update you on industrial action on the railway and its impacts in the Southern region. As you
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Surrey Support After Suicide Service
6th February 2023
We are proud to announce that our brand newly commissioned service – Surrey Support After Suicide Service, will be operational from the 1st February 2023. The service will accept referrals from Friday 27th January 2023 but we will not
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Big Give Christmas Challenge – One Donation, Twice the Impact
29th November 2022
This year we’ve been supporting YMCA DownsLink Group who tackle youth homelessness in our region. Over the last two years, demand for their housing service has increased by 37% and they are anticipating an 80% in access to their
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Continued commitment to tackling air quality and the climate change emergency
9th January 2020
On 23 July the Council declared a climate emergency and we confirmed our commitment to collaborate with partners to achieve a net zero carbon emissions target goal by 2030 and launched a Climate Change and Innovation Board (CCIB). Cllr Caroline
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UP AND COMING: WOKING’S STRIKING NEW HILTON HOTEL REACHES ITS 23-STOREY PEAK
2nd July 2019
Woking’s new, luxury 189-room Hilton Hotel reaches its apex at almost 100 metres Woking’s new sky-high luxury hotel reached its highest peak this week, marking a significant milestone in a £540 million town centre transformation. A key focal
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EV Charging in Elmbridge Gets a Boost With The Installation of 25 New Charge Points New Project Enhances Transportation Options for Elmbridge’s Elderly and Vulnerable While Increasing EV Charger Availability for Council Workers and Residents
5th September 2023
Elmbridge residents and those who work in the borough, are to benefit from the installation of 25 new electric vehicle (EV) charge points in the area. Elmbridge Borough Council, in line with its 2030 Vision for a thriving and sustainable Elmbridge,
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Surrey Translation Bureau wins another award!
15th May 2019
Surrey Translation Bureau (STB) has once again received the prestigious Corporate Member Award from the Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI). The company was named joint winner, alongside Anja Jones Translations, at the Institute’s international conference and gala dinner in Sheffield
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Guildford Flies the Purple Flag Award in 2023
6th February 2023
We are proud to announce that Guildford has officially been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for our evening and night-time economy (ENTE). The Purple Flag aims to raise the standard and the appeal of town and city centres
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Commemorating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Spelthorne
16th September 2022
Spelthorne Borough Council will be commemorating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Spelthorne over the coming days. On Sunday 18 September at 8pm a National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect
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Tunsgate Arch is open!
9th October 2019
The town’s historic Tunsgate Arch is open again after a period of closure for restoration. Guildford Mayor, Cllr Richard Billington, Leader of the Council Cllr Caroline Reeves, Managing Director of the Council, James Whiteman, CEO of Experience Guildford Amanda Masters and councillors,
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Spelthorne Welcoming CIL Applications
4th October 2022
The Local CIL Spending Round 2022-2023 is now open for applications for funding towards local community projects Following a successful initial Spending Round last year, Spelthorne Council is now open again for applications for funding through the Community Infrastructure Levy
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M25 Junction 10/A3 Wisley interchange | Upcoming Closures
12th March 2024
We are writing to advise you of our planned closures for the next two weeks, weeks commencing Monday 11th March and Monday 18th March. Please consider these closures when planning your journey. Our overnight closures usually start from 10pm and
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Just the ticket – plans for Guildford West station are on track
24th July 2019
Proposals for a new railway station to serve the west of Guildford are on the right track. At this week’s Executive, councillors endorsed the detailed feasibility work that has been completed and approved the next stage of the process –
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Should My Company be Making QIPs (Quarterly Instalment Payments)?
1st November 2023
If your company makes profits of over £1.5m then the answer is probably “yes” You need to consider new rules from 1 April 2023 that bring “associated” companies into play, and may mean more companies fall into the QIPs
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Surrey County Council Awards The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre £3 M For Vital Accessibility Works
28th June 2023
The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford is delighted to announce that it has been awarded £3m from Surrey County Council’s Your Fund Surrey. This vital funding will go towards the theatre’s Play Your Part Campaign, making the theatre accessible to
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Motorcycle Team Duo Complete Famous London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
21st November 2023
The RM Sotheby’s Royal Automobile Club’s 83rd London to Brighton Veteran Car Run was held on 5th November. Veteran cycles and motorcycles are a recent addition to the Run and for this year’s event Brooklands Museum’s Motorcycle Team set itself a
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