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 […]
The Herts Bigger Weekend will now take place from 25 September, with opportunities for visitors to redeem tickets into October. Following initial messaging earlier in the year, it has been decided to move the dates to September to allow as many businesses as possible to get involved in this popular campaign. The Herts Bigger Weekend […]
A tough ban on a wide range of knives, weapons, and specific firearms comes into force today as part of Government action to tackle violent crime and serious violence. Cyclone knives, spiral knives and ‘rapid-fire’ rifles are among those covered by the ban, all of which have been associated with serious violence in communities across […]
The family of a young man who died following a collision on the A41 have paid tribute to him. At around 2.50pm on Friday 9 July, a black Seat Ibiza was involved in a collision with a van on the southbound carriageway, between Tring and Chesham. The driver of the Seat, Jorell Pascal, aged 18, […]
Regional winners announced for Active School Hero as England celebrates primary school staff getting children moving more. ukactive Kids and Nike last week revealed the nine regional winners for the Active School Hero Award, an initiative which recognises primary school staff across England making an outstanding contribution to getting kids moving. Over 900 nominations were […]
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that England will move to Step 4 from 19 July. He said that we cannot return instantly to how life was before COVID-19 and while cases are high and rising, everybody needs to continue to act carefully and remain cautious. We’re currently waiting for further announcements on new guidance […]