Smoother roads ahead thanks to additional investment
Throughout 2025/26, Herefordshire Council is investing an additional £13.5million into the county’s highway network.
Hereford Museum and Art Gallery’s redevelopment takes next step forward
Award winning construction company is appointed to support this innovative redevelopment project.
Hereford baton bearers sought for national suicide prevention initiative
The ‘Baton of Hope’ is coming to Herefordshire on Thursday 2 October and we’re seeking baton bearers to help change the conversation on suicide and suicide prevention.
Welsh and UK Government announce new £1 million initiative to tackle water quality issues in the River Wye
The Welsh and UK Government have today announced a new £1 million joint research initiative to tackle water quality issues in the River Wye.
Thirteen Midlands-based local authorities have secured funding to get more EV chargers onto streets
Thirteen local authorities across the Midlands region have received £40.8m of Government funding aimed at getting more electric vehicle charge points into areas with limited off-street parking.
Council unanimously endorses Corporate Parenting Strategy
At its meeting today, Friday 7 March 2025, Herefordshire Council endorsed the Corporate Parenting Strategy 2025-2027.
Council confirms overall Council Tax for 2025/26
Herefordshire Council has adopted the total Council Tax precepts for all Herefordshire residents.
What the Government’s huge increase in future housebuilding targets mean for plan-making in Herefordshire
Far reaching national planning reforms published in December 2024 prompted a halt to work on the current Herefordshire Local Plan whilst an extensive review of strategic planning was undertaken, along with an assessment of how best to progress with plan preparation. Despite the council providing extensive feedback on the consultation last September, none of these views were taken into consideration.
Grant successes for Herefordshire Museum Service
Herefordshire Museum Service is delighted to announce two new grant awards. These will support museum-led environment-themed activities that are part of wider national and international campaigns.
Take back your life this No Smoking Day
National No Smoking Day takes place on 12 March and there’s lots of local support on hand to help you kick the habit for good.
