Waste collection changes this Easter
There will be a revised waste and recycling collection timetable from Good Friday (3 April 2026)
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Reminder: Central Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation closing on 26 March
Residents and organisations across Hertfordshire are reminded to have their say on proposals to change the structure of local government in the county...
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Watford residents embrace sustainable fashion at successful clothes swap event
The event saw residents take 49 new-to-them items home, with the remaining 185 donated to local charity GoodsforGood which will distribute them to people facing hardship.
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Free compost giveaway returns for 2026
Watford Borough Council, alongside environmental partner Veolia UK, is delighted to announce the return of its much‑loved free compost giveaway on Saturday 16 May 2025.
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Rising sports stars urged to apply for talent scheme fronted by Olympians and Paralympians
Up-and-coming athletes in Watford and Three Rivers are being given the chance to take their sporting careers to the next level with Everyone Active's Sporting Champions scheme...
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Young creatives wanted to help shape Black History Month in Watford
The Museum of Watford is launching Museum Next Gen, a free nine‑month paid‑bursary programme offering young adults aged 18–25 the chance to help shape the future of heritage.
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Street improvements and new artwork celebrating shop owners enhance Queens Road
Residents and visitors using Queens Road will notice a brighter, cleaner and more welcoming space following a series of improvements being delivered by the council and Hertfordshire County Council...
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New accessible picnic benches and investment to enhance Cassiobury Park Hub complete
Cassiobury Park has welcomed new improvements that make the park more inclusive and help expand the use of its popular community facilities...
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Council wins two national awards for innovation, efficiency and green leadership
The council has won two major national awards at the iESE Public Sector Transformation Awards 2026, recognising the council’s work to deliver transformation, sustainability and innovation...
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Council and Veolia introduce food waste collections to 10,500 additional properties
Veolia, in partnership with Watford Borough Council, have implemented food waste collections for over 10,000 communal properties, expanding the amount of households with a food waste service...
