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 […]
From Monday 19 July, a trip to the pub or your favourite local restaurant will become almost the same as it was before March 2020. But while people will no longer be legally required to wear face masks or socially distance, the Prime Minister has encouraged businesses and individuals to proceed cautiously. The Oakman Group […]
Hertfordshire County Council is investing £9.6m in supporting its residents, businesses and communities to recover from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. In recognition of the repercussions of the pandemic on the lives and livelihoods of residents, the funding will support those most in need and is part of the county council’s wider COVID-19 Recovery […]
Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity has over 400 volunteers, working in their shops, their offices, at the hospice, drivers, gardeners and bereavement listeners, plus those out supporting their events in the community. But they are urgently need more volunteers to join the team as many have stepped back from their roles following the Covid-19 pandemic, on […]
Friday 9 July saw the Topping Off ceremony on the roof of Tring School’s fabulous £30m new build project. The event was attended by the Mayor of Tring, Christopher Townsend, who said some very complimentary words in front of a number of students, the school project team and the Chair of Governors. The project to […]
Berkhamsted & Hemel Hempstead Rotary Clubs are arranging a visit to the National Memorial Arboretum (NMA) on 7 September 2021 for military veterans residing in Dacorum who, for whatever reason, are unable to arrange such a visit themselves. Veteran? – Anyone of any age who has given service of any length to the country in […]