The council operates 43 car parks throughout Herefordshire and as these are well used and important assets in local economies it is vital that they remain fit for our visitors and ensure continued growth countywide. Herefordshire Council, as a member of the British...
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POLICE | The Herbert Protocol
Do you know about the Herbert Protocol? Do you care for an adult with dementia, care and support needs and worry they might go missing? The Herbert Protocol is there to help. It is a national scheme adopted by West Mercia Police and other police services across the...
NEWS | Hereford ranked 10th for food hygiene ratings in the West Midlands
Latest food hygiene ratings paint a disappointing picture for Hereford. Hygiene ratings at establishments in the city are ranked 10th out of the 17 places ranked in the West Midlands and in 38th place nationwide with an average rating of 4.34/5. This is significantly...
FEATURED | Fast failure and reinvention key to business success
One of the UK’s most inspirational business leaders has told Herefordshire firms they must be prepared to fail fast and reinvent themselves to succeed. Former British SAS officer Joff Sharpe, who is currently the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at British Land PLC,...
NEWS | Community Champions Award winners announced
The annual Herefordshire Community Awards ceremony took place last night with Angela Tyler named the overall Herefordshire Community Champion. Her work with the ELY Memorial Find has grown as Angela works tirelessly to promote road safety to young adults. She now has...
RACING | Kerry Lee one of 12 riders taking part in Hereford Charity Race
In form Herefordshire trainer, Kerry Lee is one of twelve riders taking place in a charity flat race on Tuesday’s card at Hereford in order to raise funds for St. Michael’s Hospice in Hereford. Racegoers at Hereford’s last fixture of the season will be treated to the...
COMMUNITY | Bulls to Host Dementia Friendly Workshop
Hereford FC are pleased to be hosting a dementia friendly workshop & get together in April. This is open to fans of Hereford United and Hereford FC, who are living with Dementia, their friends, family and carers. Wednesday 3rd April 10.30am – 11.30am. Hereford FC,...
NEWS | Litter pickers across Herefordshire are gearing up for the Great Herefordshire Spring Clean.
Over £1million is spent on cleaning up litter in Herefordshire each year, and a network of 150 litter picking groups and individuals contribute to the effort to keep our county clean. Over 500 local businesses have also signed the Stop the Drop Litter Pledge,...
NEWS | Leominster Library set undergo a £50k refurbishment
Leominster Library will undergo a £50k refurbishment from Monday 25 March. The four-week refurbishment is the first major works since the building was opened in 1993. There will be a refresh to the general decoration, including new shelving and an improved children’s...
FEATURED | Jesse Norman celebrates new Herefordshire university’s move into its first campus buildings at Blackfriars
Local MP Jesse Norman joined a large gathering of local people last Friday to celebrate the move of NMITE, the New Model in Technology and Engineering, Herefordshire's new university, into its first campus buildings at Blackfriars in the city. Jesse has led on this...
FILM REVIEW | Captain Marvel is another fun entry in to the MCU according to Lewis Pearce
After a slow start to 2019, we have our first major release of the year with Captain Marvel, the 21st film within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This was another big moment in Marvel’s history, as the movie’s leading star and co-director were females, both firsts for...
FEATURED | Hereford Stonemasons honoured in London
On Monday 11 March, two stonemasons who received their training at Hereford Cathedral, were recognised for their achievements by The Worshipful Company of Constructors. Both Alec Curtis and Max Cotterill have been mentored by Simon Hudson of Hudson Stonework Ltd,...
FEATURED | National Star – Improving the lives of young people with complex disabilities in Herefordshire
National Star at Hereford is growing and they are expanding their services for young people with complex disabilities from the local Herefordshire community, and they urgently need your help. National Star at Hereford offers life-transforming programmes combining...
FEATURED | Women urged to help build vibrant future for region
The region’s leading businesswomen have been urged to join the drive to build a vibrant economy for the Marches for years to come. Marches Local Enterprise Partnership director Gill Hamer called on women to step forward and help shape the economic future of the area...
NEWS | New cycling initiative hopes to get more people cycling in Hereford
Cycling around Hereford is about to get a lot easier with the launch of a new initiative. Herefordshire Council has partnered with scheme operator Beryl, for a two year contract to provide bike share across Hereford. The scheme will be launched in Summer 2019, with...
FEATURED | SAS officer turned business leader to headline growth and export show
Former British SAS officer turned inspirational business leader Joff Sharpe will return to Hereford next week to headline a new growth and export show. Mr Sharpe, who is currently Chief Operating Officer (COO) at British Land PLC, will give the keynote speech at the...
BUSINESS | Young women urged to brush aside their fears and pursue a STEM career
Qualified and serving apprentices at a leading manufacturing company in Hereford are urging women and girls to brush aside their fears and pursue a STEM career. The call comes during National Apprenticeship Week and in the wake of new data which shows girls in England...
PLANNING | Student Accommodation plans altered after concerns are raised over design
Plans for student accommodation in Hereford have been altered after local residents and involved parties shared their concerns over the design of the buildings. The application was submitted in October 2018. Following a period of consultation, the applicants entered...
BUSINESS | Help to grow Hereford’s future
Business leaders who are passionate about helping Hereford to grow are being sought to join the board of the city’s Enterprise Zone. Two places are available for ambassadors to join the Executive Board of Skylon Park, which steers the direction of the public/private...
FEATURED | Making blue lights go green – West Midlands Ambulance Service
West Midlands Ambulance Service has welcomed a challenge from NHS England Chief Executive, Simon Stevens to vehicle manufacturers to help “blue lights go green”. Mr Stevens wants the manufacturers to develop more environmentally friendly ambulances, which will cut air...