Hundreds of families on the brink of famine in South Sudan will be receiving emergency support thanks to a grant of £35,000 from the Freemasons to Plan International UK. Freemasonry, through the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) and Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), is responding with Plan International to support communities at this critical time. […]
With lockdown restrictions being lifted, many people will be taking the opportunity to enjoy a festival, major event or just a big night out this summer. Hertfordshire Constabulary wants everyone to make sure it’s an experience to remember for all the right reasons. With many events now confirmed to be going ahead across the country, […]
Alchemy & I, situated in the heart of Berkhamsted, has been shortlisted for five prestigious hairdressing awards: Customer Service, Salon Design, Salon Manager of the Year, Independent Salon/Business Newcomer of the Year, Manager of the Year and the coveted title of Salon of the Year at HJ’s British Hairdressing Business Awards 2021. The awards – […]
If you’ve got what it takes to be a Hertfordshire police officer, then now is the time to get your application in and start your policing career. Hertfordshire Constabulary is currently recruiting police officers, with several training courses starting later this year. They need individuals with passion and drive to join Hertfordshire Constabulary in a unique […]
This summer Hemel Hempstead Business Improvement District welcomes you to come and enjoy a collection of free fun family activities taking place in Hemel Hempstead Town Centre at the Rainbow Stage! They have teamed up with Phoenix Entertainment, Imajica Theatre, Table Football Plus and Magical Story Elves to bring you an exciting programme of activities […]
As the country eases further out of lockdown, police are cautioning motorists not to put their foot down this summer. Speeding is a leading cause of road deaths in the UK. In Hertfordshire, speeding drivers were involved in 52 fatalities and serious injuries in the past year. Eighty percent of motorists stopped for speeding in […]
This week is the first #ASBawarenessweek and Hertfordshire Constabulary is urging people experiencing anti-social behaviour (ASB) not to suffer in silence. Yesterday (Monday 19 July) also saw the lifting of COVID-19-related restrictions in England. This combined with better weather and the school holidays fast approaching may have a knock-on effect on the ASB reported by […]
A charity which is raising at least £3.2 million to build the UK’s first Emergency Services Cenotaph honouring the NHS and emergency services, has announced a cross party Parliamentary Committee which will work to help make the 999 Cenotaph a reality. The Committee consists of Sir Mike Penning MP (pictured), Yvette Cooper MP, Allan Dorans […]
Patients in Hertfordshire and west Essex are still required to wear face coverings in GP practices and other healthcare settings after today’s easing of COVID-19 restrictions. The guidance from the NHS for healthcare settings has not changed, and patients who are not exempt from wearing a face covering should continue to wear one, follow social […]
Members of the public are being asked to remain vigilant to the threat of terrorism as coronavirus restrictions ease across England from Monday (19 July). Counter Terrorism Policing are warning that as restrictions are lifted this could provide a greater opportunity for terrorists to operate. They are appealing for business owners and the public at […]
In May and June 2021, Dacorum Borough Council’s Great British Spring Clean campaign succeeded in becoming one of the biggest, most successful community action events this year. Volunteers from around the borough helped clear over 500 bags of litter, 200 of which were recyclable litter. A large number of fly tips around local streets, parks […]
The Working Safely during coronavirus guidance for England has been updated to reflect the changes from step 4. Please see a summary of the contents of the guidance. Priority actions to take Six steps to protect yourself, your staff and your customers during coronavirus (COVID-19). Complete a health and safety risk assessment that includes risks […]