Hereford and Leominster household recycling centres reopen 9 May
Restrictions will remain in place to ensure safety of public and staff
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Safe phased returns planned for schools, colleges and early years settings
The safety of pupils and staff is the priority as schools are set to potentially re-open from 1 June
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There has never been a more important time to stop smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others and reduce your need to use the NHS
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Free mental health support is available if you need it
For many of us the coronavirus outbreak means that we are spending more time indoors and away from our loved ones and this can have a detrimental effect on our mental health.
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School improvement project takes a big step forward
Contractor agreed for major expansion to Herefordshire primary school
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Herefordshire hotel to re-open to support the county’s Covid-19 response
Herefordshire Council invests in additional care facility to assist former NHS patients with their recovery
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200 council staff redeployed to support the Covid-19 response
Staff help with delivering emergency supplies and supporting the most vulnerable residents
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Residents invited to contribute photos to Herefordshire’s ‘Life Under Lockdown’ history project
Herefordshire Council supports project to record the coronavirus lockdown in the county’s historic records
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A statement from Cllr David Hitchiner, Leader of Herefordshire Council
“I am proud of our county. This has been an extraordinary year so far, but our sense of community has never felt stronger.
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Commemorate VE Day with your family on 8 May
Give thanks for the sacrifices made 75 years ago
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Covid-19 testing now available for key workers and their families
Pre-booked drive-through testing is available at Merton Meadow car park in Hereford
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Coronavirus latest updates
The latest news on how Coronavirus is affecting residents and services across the county
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Council meetings set to be held ‘virtually’
Herefordshire Council is set to conduct its public committees as virtual meetings that are able to be viewed live online, following a recent change in legislation due to COVID-19.
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Using the countryside and open spaces during COVID-19 lockdown
Advice to landowners and the public when accessing public rights of way and open spaces
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Herefordshire primary school places announced today
A high number of parents receive their first choice this year
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Online library resources proving popular
New and existing members enjoy the online library service
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Herefordshire Council and Beryl Extend Free Bike Share Initiative
Beryl Bike share initiative extended to more key workers
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County prepares for more Covid-19 cases
Herefordshire Council, like other local authorities across the country, is preparing for an increase in the number of deaths as a result of COVID-19. A temporary mortuary has been created and the facility will act as a secure, dignified holding point before a respectful cremation or burial can take place.
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Millions being invested to support Herefordshire businesses
Over £13million in grant funding has been paid to help support local businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak, and a further £2.7million is currently being processed – with a further 320 payments being made today.
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Be a good neighbour while staying at home
Consider how your activity at home may impact neighbours
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Herefordshire residents urged to return medical equipment that is no longer needed
Herefordshire partners issue plea for medical equipment to be returned for reuse
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Herefordshire Council to re-open the Hillside Care Centre to support the NHS COVID-19 response
Former rehabilitation unit at Redhill will reopen and will be used to support the NHS through the coronavirus outbreak
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New grant launched to help community groups during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
The new Keep Connected grant has been launched to help support groups and organisations to adapt and continue to deliver their services remotely as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Leominster and Hereford May Fair 2020 cancelled
In line with government advice during the coronavirus outbreak, the decision has been made to cancel the Leominster and Hereford May Fair events for 2020.
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Herefordshire Council – Supporting the local community throughout the coronavirus outbreak
Council’s Talk Community COVID-19 response team will provide help and support where it’s most needed in Herefordshire
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Hereford transport strategy review
There is still time to share your experience of travel and transport in the City
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Museums, libraries and archives close to the public from Friday
Services will close temporarily in line with government advice and to ensure public safety
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Temporary change to bus services this Wednesday will make it easier to shop
Following Iceland announcing early shopping for elderly people this Wednesday, Herefordshire Council has worked with local bus service providers to help shoppers who use public transport.
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Works set to begin at Symonds Yat
Repair works are set to begin that will allow the reopening of the C1257 through Symonds Yat.
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B4224 severely damaged by Storm Dennis
The B4224 road, from Fiddler’s Green to Fownhope, was severely damaged by Storm Dennis
