Social prescribing connects residents who have social, emotional, or practical needs that cannot be addressed via a GP, to a wealth of different services in the borough.

This may include support with mental wellbeing, loneliness, housing, finances and access to local activities and services.

The new tiered approach better aligns with the government’s Neighbourhood Health agenda to ensure residents receive the right level of support while working closely with local partners.

The tiered approach currently being trialled in Woking:

With excellent transport links and convenient on-site parking, the centre offers a range of accessible rooms and facilities that are ideal for community activities, meetings and workshops.

Ahead of the reopening, the centre underwent a thorough deep clean and essential maintenance to ensure it was ready to welcome visitors. 

Outside, the council’s environmental maintenance partner, Krinkels, supported by volunteers from LinkAble, worked hard to tidy and refresh the surrounding outdoor space.

On the key aim of sending as little waste to landfill as possible, Surrey landfills only 0.2% of its total waste, putting the county in 6th place out of 29 similar authorities in England.

When it comes to recycling, Surrey is performing just as effectively, recycling 54.5% of its total waste, which puts the county in joint 2nd place. The rest of Surrey’s waste is turned into energy. 

The project will deliver an upgraded gym, refurbished group cycling studio and refurbished group exercise studios, providing an enhanced fitness experience for the whole of the community.

Improvements include:

This Stage 2 consultation runs from Tuesday 6 January to Saturday 28 February 2026 and forms part of the Pyrford Community Governance Review. 

Following strong support during the initial consultation in October 2025, where 68% of respondents were in favour of a parish council being created, Council agreed to move forward with draft recommendations.

Under the recommendations, a parish council would be created with 10 elected councillors and feature no separate wards. 

Cllr Ann-Marie Barker, Leader of Woking Borough Council, said: 

The decision follows strong public support during an eight-week consultation on creating a parish council for the Pyrford Neighbourhood Area. Of 446 responses received, 68% agreed that a parish council should be established.

Under the recommendations, a parish council would be created with 10 elected members and no separate wards. If approved, the first election could take place in May 2027, with elections held every four years thereafter.

The List of Locally Listed Heritage Assets or ‘Local List’ recognises buildings and features of local historic or architectural interest such as buildings, structures, gardens and landscapes. The Local List features detailed assessments, offering a clear description and explanation of each asset’s significance.

In the report, prepared for the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Commissioners recognise the council’s continued progress in strengthening governance, restoring financial discipline and improving services.

Key points from the report include:

On behalf of Woking Borough Council, I would like to offer our warmest congratulations to you and everyone at McLaren on a truly exceptional season.

Lando Norris’s achievement in winning the 2025 FIA Formula One World Drivers’ Championship is a proud moment for the team and for our whole community. It reflects remarkable talent, resilience and teamwork across McLaren - on the track, on the pit wall and at the McLaren Technology Centre.

Under changes introduced by the Elections Act 2022, postal voting arrangements now expire every three years. 

Those who do not reapply in time will need to vote in person at a polling station in the May 2026 elections. 

Woking Borough Council’s Electoral Registration Officer, Adesuwa Omoregie, said: 

We strongly encourage voters to renew their postal vote well ahead of the 31 January deadline.  

Parkview is a light and bright purpose-built community centre located in the heart of Sheerwater and situated near other community facilities. 

The vibrant centre boasts a spacious hall, multipurpose function rooms, office space, mirrored studio and free on-site parking.

The self-contained facility is now available for local groups and community interest companies to assume management, as part of the council’s Community Asset Transfer (CAT) process.

Organised by local charity FoodWise, the lunch will bring joy and companionship to anyone who might otherwise be spending Christmas alone. 

Up to 80 guests can enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch and sing-along carols, offering a warm and welcoming space for all to celebrate.

Martin Vodden, Chair of Trustees at Foodwise, said: 

Christmas is about connection and kindness, and we want to invite local residents who would otherwise be alone on this special day to enjoy a meal with the community.