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Action plan to further benefit biodiversity is given go-ahead

An action plan which will benefit the biodiversity of the district has received the green light from councillors this week. 18 March 2022

Public consulted over new parking scheme

Views are being sought over a proposed scheme designed to improve parking for residents across the district. 16 March 2022

Grant helps users of charity’s facilities reach greater heights

A charity which reuses, restores and re-sells furniture and other household items – as well as offering training and work experience – has been able to refurbish a much needed stair lift thanks to a cash grant from the district council. 16 March 2022

VIDEOS: Greener Living in Three Rivers with Cllr Phil Williams

In this series of short videos, Cllr Phil Williams reveals how the council is tackling climate change. 15 March 2022

VIDEO: A thank you from the Leader of the Council

Three Rivers District Council has helped hundreds of businesses and organisations with grants and support over the past two years. 15 March 2022

Council leader pledges support as Ukrainian flag flies over Three Rivers House

The Ukrainian flag has been raised over the headquarters of Three Rivers District Council in a display of solidarity with the war-hit country. 15 March 2022

How to sponsor Ukrainian refugees and offer them a home

The government has launched its "Homes for Ukraine" scheme for people in the UK to host refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine in their homes. 14 March 2022

Council park ranger publishes children’s story book to help solve the local monkey puzzle

A park ranger’s job can be very varied – from helping to keep the area clean and tidy, looking after trees and plants, to answering visitor’s questions and planting bulbs. But it’s not very often that this long list of activities includes becoming a children’s author – but that is exactly what happened to former Leavesden Country Park ranger Jess Hodges, who has just published her first book entitled The Very Puzzled Monkey Puzzle Tree. 10 March 2022

Quiz night raises £2,000 for local Scouts and Guides

Around £2,000 was raised at a charity quiz night hosted by the Chair of Three Rivers District Council on Saturday. 8 March 2022

Construction has begun at the site for new crematorium

A ground breaking ceremony at the site of the new West Hertfordshire Crematorium has been attended by council leaders representing the local authorities involved in delivering the project. 7 March 2022

Ukraine: a statement from the Leader of the Council

I join the leaders of councils across Hertfordshire, and the clamour of voices across the world, in condemning the military invasion of Ukraine 4 March 2022

Support for Ukraine: how you can help

As the war in Ukraine escalates, the country faces a rapidly worsening humanitarian situation. 3 March 2022

Top ten things Three Rivers District Council has done to tackle climate change

Our environment has long been at the top of the list of priorities for Three Rivers District Council – to protect the world we live in today, and for future generations. Here’s our top ten list of the things we've done to tackle climate change and improve our environment: 3 March 2022

Local homes will be warmer and more energy efficient thanks to £1.6 million government grant

Social housing residents in Three Rivers and Watford will benefit from a £1.6 million grant to make their homes more energy efficient which could help them save hundreds of pounds. Housing 2 March 2022

Grants help campsite keep the magic of the great outdoors alive for youngsters

For generations it has been an annual treat for youngsters who are part of the Scouts, Guides and other youth groups – a summer camp full of outdoor activities and games away from home and school. But like the rest of the world, the global pandemic meant that millions of young people missed out in the summers of 2020 and 2021. 2 March 2022

Waste and recycling company fined for fly-tipping in Three Rivers

A waste and recycling company has been fined by magistrates for two incidents of fly-tipping which were traced back to shops. 1 March 2022

Make your dream job a reality with new employment skills programme

Kick-start a dream career – that’s the aim of a new jobs scheme designed to help over 18s fulfil their employment potential across Three Rivers district. 28 February 2022

Free sustainability scheme is helping businesses tackle their carbon footprint

A new scheme supporting Three Rivers businesses to become greener and more sustainable is already making a big difference. 28 February 2022

ASCEND charity visited by HRH The Duchess of Gloucester

HRH The Duchess of Gloucester was given a warm welcome when she visited South Oxhey charity ASCEND on Wednesday (23 February). 25 February 2022

Every penny counts: the public really do hold the purse strings when it comes to councillors’ expenses

Councillors don’t get paid - it might surprise you to know - but they do get allowances for the time and expenses incurred whilst they are on council business. And a small group of independent people who live and/or work in the district advise the council on exactly how much public money elected members should receive for their work. 24 February 2022

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