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Watford’s Big Beach Returns This Summer
The seaside is only a stone's throw away this summer as the Big Beach returns to The Parade by the pond from Friday 16 to Friday 30 August.
Watford’s Key Business Hub To Undergo Significant Makeover
Businesses, visitors and local residents are set to benefit from major public realm improvements to Clarendon Road, including upgraded streetscapes and more open spaces, as part of an ongoing regeneration scheme.
Dacorum Borough Council has introduced two new Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) to control anti-social behaviour and dog activity in the borough.
Cycling and skateboarding in an area of Hemel Town Centre will carry a £75 fine under the PSPO which also bans spitting (including discharge of chewing gum), urinating or defecating in a public place.
Watford Museum has mounted a foyer exhibition in celebration of Watford Football Club's success in reaching the FA Cup Final this year.
Local residents and charities were recognised for their outstanding contribution to the local community at the inaugural Chairman's Community Awards last Friday (8 March), helping raise over £5,000 for Cllr Rabi Martins' chosen charities - mental health charities the Guideposts Trust and Signpost.
Reminder To Hertsmere Landlords That They May Need An HMO Licence
Landlords in Hertsmere are being reminded they may need to apply for a licence for a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
Since October 1, private sector landlords who rent out properties or flats of any size occupied by five or more people in more than one household have had to apply for an HMO licence.
Watford Borough Council has introduced measures which will give the council more control over four key employment areas in the borough and is also pressing the government to protect high streets.
Hidden Air Pollution In The Workplace Continues To Impact The Health And Wellbeing Of Workers
Siemens Building Technologies: employers are taking action to avoid sick building syndrome.
With indoor air pollution continuing to impact the health and wellbeing of UK workers, employers are taking greater responsibility for the workplace environment in a bid to limit the effects of sick building syndrome – situations where employees or other building occupants experience acute health and discomfort levels that appear to be linked to time spent in a building.
Herts Businesses Raise £5000 For Charity
The Spotlight Theatre in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire was the venue for last year's 'Ambition 2018 Sales & Marketing Conference' as organised by big-hearted local businesses who donated their time, manpower and talent to deliver an inspiring day filled with business networking, social media panel discussions, and expert sales and marketing specialists. International acclaimed, professional guest speakers offered motivation in abundance to approx. 100 attendees on 14 Nov 2018, with all ticket sales donated to two local charities: The Muscle Help Foundation and The Tamba Bereavement Support Group.
