https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/ Latest news Umbraco CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:35:01 +0000 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:33:59 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-grants-to-boost-nature-and-biodiversity/ Community groups, charities, schools and parish councils across Herefordshire are being encouraged to apply for funding to help improve and protect the county’s natural environment. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/hereford-crematorium-to-host-bereavement-support-and-advice-event-1/ Hereford Crematorium will open its doors to the public on Saturday 4 July, from 10am to 1pm, for a special event designed to offer guidance, reassurance and practical advice for those dealing with bereavement or planning ahead. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/new-grant-launched-to-boost-defence-and-security-innovation-in-herefordshire/ A new funding scheme has been launched to support businesses in Herefordshire working in, or developing ideas for, the defence and security sector. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/invest-in-herefordshire-to-showcase-county-s-growth-potential-at-military-to-business-event/ Herefordshire Council’s Invest in Herefordshire service will be showcasing the county’s investment opportunities at a major Military to Business event this month. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/open-event-offers-unique-look-into-shared-lives/ Local people with a home and a passion to make a difference to another adult’s life as a Shared Lives carer – and earn £600 a week – are being invited to take an in-depth look at what’s involved in Hereford next week. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:15:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/illegal-tobacco-crackdown-in-hereford-sees-arrests-seizures-and-fire-safety-action/ Herefordshire Council Trading Standards, working in partnership with West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, has carried out enforcement activity at two premises in Hereford linked to the sale of illegal tobacco. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/bbc-bargain-hunt-brings-the-herefordshire-hoard-and-history-store-onto-tv/ The Herefordshire Hoard coins and jewellery collection is set to take a starring role in the popular BBC TV day time show ‘Bargain Hunt’ on Friday June 12. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/new-sensory-garden-and-free-stay-and-play-sessions-launched-at-coningsby-family-hub/ Families with young children in the Leominster area are set to benefit from new Stay and Play sessions and a newly created outdoor sensory garden at Coningsby Family Hub. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/new-partnership-report-carers-week/ A new partnership bringing together Carers, health and care services, charities and community organisations is already making a difference for unpaid Carers across Herefordshire, as reported in its first Annual Report. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/june/new-era-for-herefordshire-highways-and-public-realm-services/ Herefordshire Council is today (June 1, 2026) marking the start of a new chapter for highways and public realm services, with a new model designed to give greater local control and improved outcomes for residents. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-council-committed-to-further-adult-social-care-improvement-following-cqc-assessment/ Herefordshire Council committed to further Adult Social Care improvement following CQC assessment. Fri, 29 May 2026 06:04:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-council-takes-leading-role-in-major-step-forward-in-protecting-the-future-of-the-river-wye/ Herefordshire has joined forces with neighbouring local authorities and conservation organisations across England and Wales to endorse a new Charter for the River Wye, setting out a shared commitment to the river’s long-term recovery.  Thu, 28 May 2026 15:04:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/site-clearance-completed-at-former-encampment-near-leominster/ Herefordshire Council has completed a major clean-up operation at the former unauthorised encampment off the A49/A44 roundabout near Leominster. Wed, 27 May 2026 10:40:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/construction-work-completed-at-the-brookfield-school-as-new-sports-hall-officially-handed-over/ Herefordshire Council is pleased to announce the completion of major construction works at The Brookfield School, Grandstand Road, Hereford, culminating in the official handover of the school’s brand‑new sports hall. Fri, 22 May 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-council-confirms-re-election-of-key-leadership-and-governance-roles-at-annual-general-meeting-of-the-council/ Chairman, Vice Chairperson and Leader of the Council re-elected, with most committee and panel chairs remaining. Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/council-supports-major-multi-agency-rural-crime-crackdown-in-south-herefordshire/ Herefordshire Council’s Community Protection team has supported a major multi-agency day of action targeting rural crime and environmental offences in south Herefordshire. Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-council-approves-carbon-management-plan-to-cut-emissions-and-improve-energy-efficiency/ Herefordshire Council has approved a new Carbon Management Plan which sets out how it will reduce emissions from its own operations, improve energy efficiency and strengthen long-term energy resilience. Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-trading-standards-and-police-target-illegal-vape-sales-in-leominster/ Herefordshire Council Trading Standards and West Mercia Police have carried out enforcement action against two Leominster businesses linked to the sale of illegal tobacco and illicit vaping products. Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/residents-smash-the-walk-this-may-challenge-2026/ Residents across Herefordshire and Worcestershire have stepped up for the Walk This May Challenge 2026, smashing last year’s total and covering an incredible 6,637.79 miles in just two weeks. Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/may/herefordshire-council-confirms-balanced-202526-budget-and-132-million-in-savings/ Herefordshire Council has delivered a balanced budget for 2025/26, despite significant national funding pressures and rising demand for services. 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