Draft Local Plan presents a vision for a vibrant, growing Watford
Residents are being asked to share their views on Watford’s first draft Local Plan which sets out how Watford will develop up to 2036 with the right homes, infrastructure and employment opportunities that support growth.
Published: Friday, 27th September 2019 in Planning and building control news-
Watford pensioners invited to have their say on the social care system
Watford Borough Council is inviting people from across the town to take part in its third Pensioners Forum which this time focuses on the UK's social care system.
Published: Tuesday, 22nd October 2019 in The council news -
Watford Borough Council announces new Managing Director
Watford Borough Council has announced Donna Nolan, currently Deputy Chief Executive of Mendip District Council, as its new Managing Director...
Published: Wednesday, 16th October 2019 in The council news -
Watford celebrates the heroes with awards ceremony
Watford’s unsung heroes have been celebrated at the Audentior Awards and recognised for their dedication in making the town a better place to live and work in...
Published: Monday, 14th October 2019 in The council news -
Watford residents elect new councillor for Tudor ward
Residents of the Tudor ward have voted for their representative, with Bill Stanton being elected...
Published: Friday, 11th October 2019 in Elections and voting news -
Free activities in the town in support of Fun Palaces
Watford Borough Council is supporting Fun Palaces, a free, nationwide campaign to encourage people to get involved in the local community and be inspired by culture.
Published: Tuesday, 1st October 2019 in The council news -
Majority of UK’s over-65s are not active enough
Majority of UK’s over-65s are not active enough
Published: Tuesday, 1st October 2019 in The council news -
Watford Fringe does it again - Now in its third year with over 60 acts!
The Pump House Theatre and Arts Centre is a charitable community theatre entertaining Watford for over 44 years...
Published: Tuesday, 24th September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
New dementia café to offer welcoming space in Watford
One of the key ambitions in Watford’s plan to become an accredited dementia friendly town will be realised as a new café for people with dementia and their carers opens in the centre of town...
Published: Monday, 23rd September 2019 in The council news -
Watford prepares for National Fitness Day
Watford prepares for National Fitness Day
Published: Friday, 20th September 2019 in The council news -
Help wanted in catching fly tippers in Watford
Watford Borough Council is seeking further witnesses to a significant fly tip of bonded asbestos roofing sheets in Orchard Close on Friday 13 September 2019 between 8:40am and 9.30am...
Published: Friday, 20th September 2019 in Your environment news -
Celebrating Watford’s local heroes at the Audentior Awards
Watford residents from all walks of life will be attending the 16th Audentior Awards ceremony at the Watford Colosseum on the evening of Friday 11 October...
Published: Thursday, 19th September 2019 in The council news -
Lose yourself in a psychedelic maze of colour and sound
Watford residents are invited to take part in a free interactive public art installation...
Published: Thursday, 19th September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford FC legends help families get active as part of free fun day events
Former Watford FC stars are supporting a local leisure operator to get families across Watford active as part of two free fun events this September.
Published: Wednesday, 18th September 2019 in The council news -
Watford Borough Council free clothes swap aims to tackle textile waste
Watford residents are invited to sustainably refresh their wardrobe, by trading clothes they no longer wear at the clothes swap
Published: Tuesday, 17th September 2019 in The council news -
Watford households urged to return electoral canvass forms
Watford households are being urged to complete and return their annual canvass forms...
Published: Thursday, 12th September 2019 in Elections and voting news -
Warning over council tax refund scams
We have received a report of a fraud scam where the person pretends to be from the council tax office and says a refund is due...
Published: Wednesday, 11th September 2019 in The council news -
Plans to renovate the Watford section of the River Colne are unveiled
Watford Borough Council and The Colne Catchment Action Network has launched a new 10 year project that aims to bring eight different sections of the River Colne into the public realm...
Published: Tuesday, 10th September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford needs your help to celebrate towns heroes
Every day in Watford, people are positively contributing to our town and improving the lives of fellow residents...
Published: Wednesday, 4th September 2019 in The council news -
It’s time to pick the nation’s favourite parks – vote for Cassiobury Park
Help Cassiobury Park win the nation’s favourite park again by voting for the park in the People’s Choice Awards...
Published: Wednesday, 4th September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Discover Watford’s heritage for free this September
Watford Borough Council’s Museum invites you to discover the town’s rich heritage with special free events and openings...
Published: Tuesday, 3rd September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Notice of Election in office of councillor for the Tudor ward
The Casual Vacancy as a result of the resignation of Joe Fahmy in Tudor Ward has secured the required signatures for it to be filled by an Election...
Published: Tuesday, 3rd September 2019 in Elections and voting news -
New wetland restoration project in Cassiobury Park to provide wildlife sanctuary
Cassiobury Park – the award winning park managed by Watford Borough Council and Veolia – will be undergoing an exciting wetlands restoration project in its nature reserve...
Published: Monday, 2nd September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Family fun day at Cassiobury Park tennis courts
In an exciting partnership with the council, the LTA and Nature Valley Big Tennis Weekends are inviting residents to come along to a free open day at the Cassiobury Park courts this weekend (8 Sept)
Published: Monday, 2nd September 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Watford Borough Council proposes improved system for allocating social housing
Watford Borough Council is thinking about changing some of the rules for allocating housing association homes to Watford residents...
Published: Thursday, 29th August 2019 in Housing and community news -
Notice of vacancy in office of councillor for the Tudor ward
A casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for Tudor Ward owing to the resignation of Joe Fahmy, former Councillor for said Ward.
Published: Wednesday, 28th August 2019 in Elections and voting news -
On your marks, get set, go - Big Sports is back!
The summer holidays might be over soon, but that won’t stop the fun! Organised by Watford Borough Council and now in its sixth year, Big Sports is returning to The Parade from 11am-5pm on 7 September
Published: Tuesday, 27th August 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
Plan ahead if you’re visiting Cassiobury Park over the Bank Holiday
We’re facing another boiling Bank Holiday weekend, with temperatures are forecast to rise as high as 30oC in Watford – so please plan ahead if you’re coming to Cassiobury Park.
Published: Friday, 23rd August 2019 in Parks news -
New shrubs to be planted at Cassio Common
An amazing beauty spot, Cassiobury Park goers will soon be able to enjoy an improved gateway into the park via Cassio Common – with landscaping work starting today (Monday 19 August 2019)...
Published: Monday, 19th August 2019 in Parks and recreation news -
More support available for Watford’s rough sleepers
- New central government funding provides more support to rough sleepers in Watford so they can rebuild their lives and stay off the streets.
Published: Friday, 16th August 2019 in Community protection news
