News

Refine Search

BLOG: Three Rivers cannot take 13,312 homes, emerging evidence suggests

Three Rivers District Council will not meet the government’s high housing figure in its new Local Plan. That’s the conclusion of the Leader of Three Rivers District Council, Cllr Stephen Giles-Medhurst OBE, following the receipt of an independent report commissioned by the council on the green belt. Planning 12 September 2025

Environment and Climate Emergency

Solar panels to soon be installed at two council-owned buildings

Three Rivers District Council continues to lead by example as two of its buildings will soon see new solar panels installed. Environment and Climate Emergency 12 September 2025

Your Council

Learn about the future of local government and give your views

Residents are invited to come and learn about the options for the future of local government in Hertfordshire and give their views at a series of public events. Your Council 12 September 2025

Your Council

Housing, warm homes and the future of local government discussed with parish councils

How many new homes could Three Rivers district accommodate? How can the green belt be protected? These were just some of the hot topics covered at the latest meeting between parish councils and the Leader of Three Rivers District Council. Your Council 11 September 2025

Elections and democracy

Have your say on potential changes to an unparished area

Residents can have their say on potential changes to a parish council and a nearby boundary. Elections and democracy 10 September 2025

Leisure, parks and culture

Aquadrome car park & toilet closing times

Residents and visitors are advised the car park and toilet closing times at Rickmansworth Aquadrome will change for the autumn and winter. Leisure, parks and culture 9 September 2025

Environment and Climate Emergency

Cut bills and stay warm this winter with free home upgrades

Eligible households have a chance to unlock thousands of pounds to upgrade their homes and keep warm ahead of the colder winter months. Environment and Climate Emergency 5 September 2025

Leisure, parks and culture

Playscheme continues to be praised by education watchdog

A Three Rivers playscheme has been commended for supporting children during the summer holidays following a recent inspection. Leisure, parks and culture 4 September 2025

Transport and streets

Dedicated cycle lane plan along Gallows Hill not part of agreed plan

Suggestions that Three Rivers District Council (TRDC) has agreed to install a dedicated cycle lane in Gallows Hill, Abbots Langley, are not true. Transport and streets 4 September 2025

Environment and Climate Emergency

See how our nocturnal friends thrive at Rickmansworth Aquadrome

Come and see what flaps in the night at the Rickmansworth Aquadrome later this month. Environment and Climate Emergency 3 September 2025

Your Council

Help shape Hertfordshire’s future – have your say on changes to local government

Hertfordshire’s 11 councils have today [3 September] launched a second phase of engagement on the future of local government in the county. Your Council 3 September 2025

Community and living

Pride flag raised ahead of Herts Pride

The Pride flag has been raised over the headquarters of Three Rivers District Council this week ahead of the biggest celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in Hertfordshire. Community and living 29 August 2025

Parking

Car parks temporarily closed to allow filming in Rickmansworth

A number of parking spaces in Rickmansworth will be temporarily out of use and a road closed next week to allow for filming for a British television series. Parking 28 August 2025

Leisure, parks and culture

Annual Skate Jam event showcases impressive young talent

More than 150 attendees enjoyed a fun-filled day at the annual Skate Jam in Croxley Green. Leisure, parks and culture 27 August 2025

Elections and democracy

Find out what parish councils do for residents

The Leader of Three Rivers District Council, Cllr Stephen Giles-Medhurst, discusses with the Chair of Sarratt Parish Council, Cllr Sarah Dobson, about parish councils and what they do for residents. Elections and democracy 22 August 2025

Waste and recycling

Bin collection changes for August bank holiday 2025

Bin collections due the week commencing Monday 25 August will be collected a day later owing to the bank holiday weekend. Waste and recycling 21 August 2025

Environment and Climate Emergency

Successful scheme puts homeowners on course for energy efficiency

One hundred households across Three Rivers have received a detailed review of their home’s energy efficiency and recommendations for energy-saving improvements. Environment and Climate Emergency 21 August 2025

Parking

Residents urged to look out for parking fine text message scam

Motorists are being urged to be on their guard against scam text messages regarding outstanding parking tickets. Parking 21 August 2025

Leisure, parks and culture

Have your say on plan to protect and enhance two Croxley green spaces

Views are being sought on a plan that explores how to manage and strengthen two pieces of green space in Croxley Green for wildlife and local community. Leisure, parks and culture 20 August 2025

Community and living

Three Rivers commemorates the 80th anniversary of VJ Day

Eighty years since the day Japan surrendered in 1945, which signalled the end of the Second World War, is being commemorated at Three Rivers District Council’s head office in Rickmansworth. Community and living 14 August 2025