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Officers and Executive Member for Wellbeing holding the Green Flag at one of the parks

East Herts Parks Awarded Prestigious Green Flag Awards

East Herts Council is celebrating today after receiving Green Flag Awards for Castle Park (Bishop’s Stortford), Southern Country Park (Bishop’s Stortford) and The Ridgeway (Hertford). These awards come as the internationally recognised standard for parks and green spaces celebrates its 30th year.

Published 6th August 2026

Bingate - one year on: Recycling rates are up, rubbish is down – it looks like it’s ‘bin’ worth it

East and North Herts Councils are saying a big thank you to residents for making the new waste and recycling service change a huge success! One year on from the changes, new figures reveal a significant increase in recycling, and a substantial reduction in non-recyclable waste across both districts.

Published 3rd August 2026

Government announces four unitary authorities in Hertfordshire

Today (16 July 2026) the Government announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Hertfordshire, confirming it will create four new unitary councils, subject to parliamentary approval.

Published 16th July 2026

Castle Park in Bishop’s Stortford to Host Celebratory Love Parks Week Event

For the second consecutive year East Herts Council will mark Love Parks Week at Castle Park in Bishop’s Stortford, following last year’s well-enjoyed festivities. Residents are invited to join the celebrations on Thursday, 30 July from 12PM until 3PM.

Published 15th July 2026

East Herts Community Safety Partnership Offers Support During Anti-social Behaviour Awareness Week

The East Herts Community Safety Partnership (CSP) will be supporting this year’s ASB (Anti-social behaviour) Awareness Week campaign between Monday, 29 June and Tuesday, 6 July.

Published 26th June 2026

Network of routes approved to improve walking and cycling infrastructure in East Herts

East Herts Council and Hertfordshire County Council have adopted a new Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for the district, which will help make it easier, safer and more enjoyable to walk, wheel and cycle in East Herts, whether for work or for leisure.

Published 24th June 2026

‘Arts in East Herts’ Grant Scheme Opens for Third Year in a Row

Following another successful year, Arts in East Herts is back for a third year, bringing more creative opportunities to the district and inviting local people and organisations to get involved.

Published 22nd June 2026

Rewards App Launches to Inspire Healthier Journeys and Support Local Businesses

East Herts Council is launching a new rewards-based programme this summer to encourage healthier, greener travel choices while supporting local businesses and charities.

Published 22nd June 2026

Residents Invited to Help Shape New East Herts Local Plan

Residents are being invited to help shape the future of East Herts as the council launches a public consultation on its new Local Plan, which will guide development across the district until 2044.

Published 11th June 2026

Upcycled Benches Installed Along the River Lea with the Help of Local Artists to Launch New Art Trail

In collaboration with local artists, Ware Men’s Shed and the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, East Herts Council has launched an art trail featuring nine upcycled and decorated benches that line the towpath linking Hertford and Ware.

Published 1st June 2026

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