Local government

Heather Parry, David Bagon

Drivers consider debt and quitting jobs as ULEZ expands

There is planning permission for a rail freight terminal to be built on the former Radlett airfield near Park Street

There is planning permission for a rail freight terminal to be built on the former Radlett airfield near Park Street

Rail freight terminal moves closer after sale 'agreed'

How areas of Hertsmere could have been expanded (in dark blue) in the local plan that has been 'shelved'. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

How areas of Hertsmere could have been expanded (in dark blue) in the local plan that has been 'shelved'. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

Council's local plan likely to miss Government deadline

Leader of the Labour group at Hertfordshire County Council Judi Billing has died aged 71

Leader of the Labour group at Hertfordshire County Council Judi Billing has died aged 71

Long-serving councillor and Labour leader dies aged 71

Rail freight campaigners at a protest when it was going through planning stage

Rail freight campaigners at a protest when it was going through planning stage

Developer for controversial rail freight depot makes offer to buy land

Hertsmere councillor Michelle Vince has warned people are at risk living in mouldy flats after a coroner ruled the death of Awaab Ishak, pictured, was caused by exposure to mould

Hertsmere councillor Michelle Vince has warned people are at risk living in mouldy flats after a coroner ruled the death of Awaab Ishak, pictured, was caused by exposure to mould

Upset as bid to highlight mouldy homes following boy's death denied

Aldenham Reservoir

Aldenham Reservoir

Public consultation to outline 'progress' of plans to improve reservoir

The mayor of Hertsmere Cllr John Graham helps launch a Warm Spaces venue in Borehamwood

The mayor of Hertsmere Cllr John Graham helps launch a Warm Spaces venue in Borehamwood

Venues open their doors to provide 'warm spaces' to help with cost of living

This proposal for five warehouses on the A41 in Bushey has been approved

This proposal for five warehouses on the A41 in Bushey has been approved

Extra warehouses allowed despite 'regret' of building in green belt

Warning notice at mental health unit removed - but improvements still required

Warning notice at mental health unit removed - but improvements still required

Warning at mental health unit removed - but improvements still needed

A ceremony was held at Hertsmere Civic Centre on Armistice Day

A ceremony was held at Hertsmere Civic Centre on Armistice Day

Armistice Day service held in Borehamwood

Hertsmere Conservative councillor Paul Hodgson Jones has apologised for a comment he made regarding the cost of living crisis. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

Hertsmere Conservative councillor Paul Hodgson Jones has apologised for a comment he made regarding the cost of living crisis. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

Apology after 'absolute b*******’ comment during cost of living council debate

The community event was held at Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue

The community event was held at Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue

Community safety event for over 60s in Borehamwood hailed a 'success'

A map showing the London Congestion Charge, Ultra Low Emission and Low Emission zones. An expanded ULEZ would cover the area currently under LEZ restrictions (light green). Credit: Mayor of London

A map showing the London Congestion Charge, Ultra Low Emission and Low Emission zones. An expanded ULEZ would cover the area currently under LEZ restrictions (light green). Credit: Mayor of London

ULEZ expansion: Herts County Council gives TfL mixed response

Land in Harris Lane, Shenley, that was earmarked for up to 37 homes

Land in Harris Lane, Shenley, that was earmarked for up to 37 homes

Plans for homes on green belt that drew more than 1,200 objections refused

There are plans to introduce double yellow lines in Church Lane in Aldenham by a church.

There are plans to introduce double yellow lines in Church Lane in Aldenham by a church.

'Dismay' over plans to bring in double yellow lines to help buses

Bushey North county councillor at the Costco petrol station.

Bushey North county councillor at the Costco petrol station.

Local government

Costco set to make these changes to ease traffic problems

A blimp over Hertsmere by the Save Hertsmere campaign group that says 'Save Our Green Belt'

A blimp over Hertsmere by the Save Hertsmere campaign group that says 'Save Our Green Belt'

New call for development sites after public backlash over green belt

The launch of the Beryl Bikes in Borehamwood

The launch of the Beryl Bikes in Borehamwood

Public bike hire scheme launched in Borehamwood

Councillor Caroline Clapper has issued an update following 'positive talks' between the owners of Aldenham Reservoir and Hertsmere Borough Council. Image: Cllr Caroline Clapper

Councillor Caroline Clapper has issued an update following 'positive talks' between the owners of Aldenham Reservoir and Hertsmere Borough Council. Image: Cllr Caroline Clapper

Future of 'beloved' reservoir could now be secured - but there's a catch

Sharon Woolf, a key campaigner who has been leading the fight against the solar farm. Image: Lynn Margolis Photography

Sharon Woolf, a key campaigner who has been leading the fight against the solar farm. Image: Lynn Margolis Photography

Public inquiry over controversial solar farm plan set to start

CGI of the proposal for a café at Phillimore Recreation Ground in Radlett. Image: IID Architects/Aldenham Parish Council

CGI of the proposal for a café at Phillimore Recreation Ground in Radlett. Image: IID Architects/Aldenham Parish Council

Plans for café at park submitted

Concerns have been raised about queues of traffic to Costco's petrol station in Bushey

Concerns have been raised about queues of traffic to Costco's petrol station in Bushey

Talks arranged to tackle Costco petrol station queues

Enforcement cameras look set to be installed across Hertfordshire, capable of handing out fines to rule-breaking motorists. Image: Hertfordshire County Council

Enforcement cameras look set to be installed across Hertfordshire, capable of handing out fines to rule-breaking motorists. Image: Hertfordshire County Council

Local government

Herts drivers face fines with new camera laws planned for county

A banner opposing the development of 195 homes has been put up in Radlett at the junction of Watling Street and Shenley Hill by the Save Hertsmere campaign group

A banner opposing the development of 195 homes has been put up in Radlett at the junction of Watling Street and Shenley Hill by the Save Hertsmere campaign group

Objections flood in after housing plans that will 'destroy' green belt submitted

This is the aftermath of a crash that happened in Harper Lane on September 27.

This is the aftermath of a crash that happened in Harper Lane on September 27.

'It's horrendous' - businesses losing out as crash shuts bridge for weeks

The opening ceremony of the new gym at The Venue leisure centre. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

The opening ceremony of the new gym at The Venue leisure centre. Image: Hertsmere Borough Council

Leisure centre begins welcoming members to new gym

A Local Government Ombudsman’s report has revealed a Hertfordshire primary school discriminated against a disabled boy

A Local Government Ombudsman’s report has revealed a Hertfordshire primary school discriminated against a disabled boy

Disabled boy forced to miss school and then excluded in discrimination case

Hertsmere Borough Council offices in Borehamwood

Hertsmere Borough Council offices in Borehamwood

Council issues statement after 'major' outage leaves residents cut off

Land pictured to the right of these bushes in Radlett Lane/Shenley Road, Radlett, is earmarked for development. Image: Google Street View

Land pictured to the right of these bushes in Radlett Lane/Shenley Road, Radlett, is earmarked for development. Image: Google Street View

Plans for nearly 200 homes on green belt land submitted

Conservative councillor Paul Morris, pictured left, who has resigned from the party, in protest at the outcome of an investigation that was sparked by a complaint submitted by Labour councillor Dan Ozarow, pictured right

Conservative councillor Paul Morris, pictured left, who has resigned from the party, in protest at the outcome of an investigation that was sparked by a complaint submitted by Labour councillor Dan Ozarow, pictured right

Tory councillor resigns over 'negative' election probe outcome

The memorial would be situated outside the Hertsmere Civic Centre

The memorial would be situated outside the Hertsmere Civic Centre

Memorial set to be created for Hertsmere armed forces personnel

Fairway Hall, home of Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council

Fairway Hall, home of Elstree & Borehamwood Town Council

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Elstree & Borehamwood set to be twinned with Israeli town

Hertsmere police chief inspector Mark Bilsdon and deputy police and crime commissioner for Hertfordshire Lewis Cocking. Image: Herts PCC

Hertsmere police chief inspector Mark Bilsdon and deputy police and crime commissioner for Hertfordshire Lewis Cocking. Image: Herts PCC

Police station expands as new lease agreed

This building, Unit 100 at Centennial Park in Elstree, is to be turned into a car showroom. Image: Google Street View

This building, Unit 100 at Centennial Park in Elstree, is to be turned into a car showroom. Image: Google Street View

Plans to build car dealership on business park approved

The Directors Arms pub in Borehamwood, which has since been demolished

The Directors Arms pub in Borehamwood, which has since been demolished

Homes plans for former pub site withdrawn but revised scheme expected

Councillor Brett Rosehill with volunteers from the WD6 Food Support

Councillor Brett Rosehill with volunteers from the WD6 Food Support

Borehamwood councillor to embark on 48 mile charity walk

Children enjoying the new splash park facility at Meadow Park in Borehamwood. Credit: Hertsmere Borough Council

Children enjoying the new splash park facility at Meadow Park in Borehamwood. Credit: Hertsmere Borough Council

Youngsters flock to new £375,000 splash park in Borehamwood

Ware recycling centre

Ware recycling centre

Defibrillators installed in recycling centres across Hertfordshire

Home Secretary Priti Patel pictured with Chief Constable Charlie Hall, Police and Crime Commissioner David Lloyd and the student police officers. Credit: Hertfordshire Constabulary

Home Secretary Priti Patel pictured with Chief Constable Charlie Hall, Police and Crime Commissioner David Lloyd and the student police officers. Credit: Hertfordshire Constabulary

Priti Patel surprises new Hertfordshire police officers

Hertsmere Borough Council leader Morris Bright and managing director Sajida Bijle at the charitable GMSP Akshaya Patra Kitchen in Watford last year

Hertsmere Borough Council leader Morris Bright and managing director Sajida Bijle at the charitable GMSP Akshaya Patra Kitchen in Watford last year

Free summer holiday meal scheme launched for Hertsmere households

Fuming London driver 'will park in Herts' if ULEZ expansion goes ahead

Elstree Studios in Borehamwood

Elstree Studios in Borehamwood

Hertsmere set to form television and film partnership with Israel

Elstree Studios in Borehamwood

Elstree Studios in Borehamwood

Hertsmere set to form television and film partnership with Israel

CCTV behind the Leeming Road shops and bordering Baldock Way. Credit: Hertsmere Borough Council

CCTV behind the Leeming Road shops and bordering Baldock Way. Credit: Hertsmere Borough Council

New CCTV cameras installed in bid to crack down on crime

Councillor Michelle Vince appear in court after being charged with two public order offences. The Times has learnt the incident was in relation to the controversial Crown Road development in Borehamwood

Councillor Michelle Vince appear in court after being charged with two public order offences. The Times has learnt the incident was in relation to the controversial Crown Road development in Borehamwood

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Councillor fined for public order offences linked to modular homes development

Hertsmere Civic Centre

Hertsmere Civic Centre

Jobs programme for long-term unemployed in Hertsmere receives more funding

A housebuilders wants to build a large development at Harts Farm in Little Bushey Lane. Credit: Little Bushey Community/Google Maps

A housebuilders wants to build a large development at Harts Farm in Little Bushey Lane. Credit: Little Bushey Community/Google Maps

Plans for up to 310 homes and school on Hertsmere farmland submitted

A new sign has appeared at Elstree Studios following the completion of two new stages, known as Platinum Stages. Pictured is studios historian Paul Welsh, left, and chairman of the board of directors at the studios and Hertsmere Borough Council leader

A new sign has appeared at Elstree Studios following the completion of two new stages, known as Platinum Stages. Pictured is studios historian Paul Welsh, left, and chairman of the board of directors at the studios and Hertsmere Borough Council leader

Platinum Stages name up in lights at Elstree Studios

Michelle Vince, who is a Labour councillor in Borehamwood

Michelle Vince, who is a Labour councillor in Borehamwood

Borehamwood councillor to go on trial charged with public order offences

Plans to build homes on a field in Harris Lane have been submitted

Plans to build homes on a field in Harris Lane have been submitted

'Protect the green belt' say campaigners after plans for homes submitted

Pictured front left is Tim Crawshaw with Hertsmere mayor John Graham to his right. Also pictured is Hertsmere Borough Council leader Morris Bright, council officers, and representatives from the RTPI and other industries at Elstree Studios.

Pictured front left is Tim Crawshaw with Hertsmere mayor John Graham to his right. Also pictured is Hertsmere Borough Council leader Morris Bright, council officers, and representatives from the RTPI and other industries at Elstree Studios.

President of planning institute tours Borehamwood filming studios

St Albans Crown Court, where the sentencing took place.

St Albans Crown Court, where the sentencing took place.

Woman conned £600k out of council by pretending to be bedbound

Plans to build 177 homes in Shenley have been unveiled. Credit: Google Maps

Plans to build 177 homes in Shenley have been unveiled. Credit: Google Maps

Housebuilder unveils plans to build 177 homes and community hall