Local youngsters name new fleet of recycling and waste collection lorries
Herefordshire Council and its waste and recycling partner FCC Environment have announced the winners of a very special competition for primary school pupils to name the new fleet of 28 recycling and waste collections lorries.

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.
Have you ever thought about adopting a child?
Adoption is a life fulfilling opportunity to provide a home for a child who needs the care, support, love and encouragement that can only be offered through a permanent home.