Call for young people to help shape the future of transport in the county
The deadline for local people to take part in the Herefordshire Local Transport Plan 5 consultation has been extended to the end of June, and the council is urging local young people to have their say.
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.
Experience the Herefordshire Hoard this weekend
Free interactive events are being help this Saturday (8 March) to give participants the opportunity to experience the Herefordshire Hoard close at hand.
LGBTQ+? Change lives in 2025 through adoption or fostering
Herefordshire Council calls for community to explore both routes to building their families
Herefordshire secondary school places announced today
Parents will find out today which secondary school their child will attend in September
Help us to take action on empty homes
National Empty Homes Week (3-9 March) is a great chance to remind Herefordshire residents what to do about any property in their community that has been left empty for more than six months.
Grants available to support local communities
Herefordshire Council is offering grants of £15,000 to £250,000 to voluntary and community organisations to create or improve multi-purpose spaces that will benefit local residents.
