Council leaders rule out single county unitary authority proposal for Hertfordshire
The Leaders of Hertfordshire’s 11 councils have agreed to rule out the option of a single unitary authority for the county as part of ongoing discussions on local government reform proposals.
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Changes to waste collection due to Bank Holiday
There will be a revised waste and recycling collection timetable this Bank Holiday Monday (26 May).
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Watford unveils vibrant programme of free and low-cost events
Watford Borough Council is excited to unveil a packed summer programme of free and low-cost events that will bring the community together and make the most of the warmer months.
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Help name Watford’s town centre event space!
A familiar space by the pond is about to get a brand-new identity, and Watford Borough Council and Watford Town Centre BID are asking local people to help them choose a name for the area.
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Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson concludes term as Watford’s Chairwoman
Councillor Dawn Allen-Williamson has completed her term as Chairwoman of Watford Borough Council, marking a significant milestone as the first Black woman to hold this position...
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Councillor Favour Ezeifedi announced as first African Chairman of Council
Watford Borough Council has announced Councillor Favour Ezeifedi as its new Chairman, with Councillor Sohail Bashir as Vice-Chairman, at the Annual Council meeting on Tuesday 20 May...
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Redevelopment of Watford General Hospital takes step forward with £12m funding for next phase of the scheme
Plans to rebuild Watford General Hospital have taken a major step forward after the government committed to fund close to £12 million on the scheme...
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Watford commemorates VE Day 80 with flag raising and proclamation
Watford marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a commemoration and flag raising at the Town Hall and Peace Memorial on Thursday 8 May 2025...
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Watford goes back to the future as Harlequin returns!
It’s the news that Watford has been waiting for as the shopping centre at the heart of the town takes a bold step back to the future to reclaim its iconic Harlequin name!
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NSL donates £1,000 to Citizens Advice Watford
NSL, a leading provider of parking enforcement services in the UK, has donated £1,000 to Citizens Advice to support their essential work in providing free, impartial advice and guidance to residents.
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Council launches social housing consultation to improve support for residents
The council is inviting residents to take part in a 9-week consultation on proposed changes to its Social Housing Nominations Policy — the rules that guide how social housing is allocated in the town.
