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Hertfordshire’s first-ever Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) partnership strategy has just been launched.
Over 40 survivors of VAWG were consulted to help shape it and over 3,000 residents took part in our survey
The strategy has 4 priorities
·Act before harm occurs
·Identify and stop those causing harm
·Increase safety for victims and survivors
·Support after harm has occurred
If you or someone you know is affected by VAWG, support is available.

🚲 Hertfordshire County Council and Watford Borough Council have completed the first in a series of planned improvements to the Watford Green Loop - an important project forming part of wider plans to improve accessibility across the town.

🌳 The latest works on Thomas Sawyer Way significantly enhance access to the much‑loved Oxhey Park.

As part of ongoing improvements to this route, a new signalised crossing designed for people walking, wheeling, or cycling has now been installed on Thomas Sawyer Way.

The new crossing makes the junction with Dalton Way much safer and easier to navigate, allowing users to cross the road via new traffic signals. Previously, people had to wait on an island in the centre of a busy road.

In addition to the upgraded crossing, the project has delivered resurfacing of the road and widened shared‑use paths, improving comfort and accessibility for all users.

🚲 Hertfordshire County Council and Watford Borough Council have completed the first in a series of planned improvements to the Watford Green Loop - an important project forming part of wider plans to improve accessibility across the town.

🌳 The latest works on Thomas Sawyer Way significantly enhance access to the much‑loved Oxhey Park.

As part of ongoing improvements to this route, a new signalised crossing designed for people walking, wheeling, or cycling has now been installed on Thomas Sawyer Way.

The new crossing makes the junction with Dalton Way much safer and easier to navigate, allowing users to cross the road via new traffic signals. Previously, people had to wait on an island in the centre of a busy road.

In addition to the upgraded crossing, the project has delivered resurfacing of the road and widened shared‑use paths, improving comfort and accessibility for all users.

🚲 Hertfordshire County Council and Watford Borough Council have completed the first in a series of planned improvements to the Watford Green Loop - an important project forming part of wider plans to improve accessibility across the town.

🌳 The latest works on Thomas Sawyer Way significantly enhance access to the much‑loved Oxhey Park.

As part of ongoing improvements to this route, a new signalised crossing designed for people walking, wheeling, or cycling has now been installed on Thomas Sawyer Way.

The new crossing makes the junction with Dalton Way much safer and easier to navigate, allowing users to cross the road via new traffic signals. Previously, people had to wait on an island in the centre of a busy road.

In addition to the upgraded crossing, the project has delivered resurfacing of the road and widened shared‑use paths, improving comfort and accessibility for all users.

🚲 Hertfordshire County Council and Watford Borough Council have completed the first in a series of planned improvements to the Watford Green Loop - an important project forming part of wider plans to improve accessibility across the town.

🌳 The latest works on Thomas Sawyer Way significantly enhance access to the much‑loved Oxhey Park.

As part of ongoing improvements to this route, a new signalised crossing designed for people walking, wheeling, or cycling has now been installed on Thomas Sawyer Way.

The new crossing makes the junction with Dalton Way much safer and easier to navigate, allowing users to cross the road via new traffic signals. Previously, people had to wait on an island in the centre of a busy road.

In addition to the upgraded crossing, the project has delivered resurfacing of the road and widened shared‑use paths, improving comfort and accessibility for all users.

With the long weekend coming up, we wanted to remind you of our opening hours for some of our services.
🔗 Find out more on our website - link in bio.

💜 Meet Claire, one of our amazing social work apprentices who is helping to keep residents at home when they would otherwise move into care.

Our vital service is a step towards supporting the NHS with hospital discharges.

This is one example of our On Your Side plans to support those most in need. Find out more here👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/CorporatePlan

🎥 Credit: BBC News

Lights, camera, Beano. 🎬 A new mural featuring the Bash Street Kids and the rest of the Beano gang has been unveiled this week at Waltham Cross station, with partners and community joining us to mark the moment. Painted by @MurWalls and delivered with @broxbournebc, the artwork brightens one of the busiest gateways into the town and forms part of the wider town centre regeneration programme.

The @transportgovuk has partnered with @Sainsburys, Smart Charge, @nissanuk and Alphabet GB so you can experience electric vehicles up close.

Stop by the electric vehicle event at Sainsbury’s London Colney this Thursday, 21 May between 10am – 3pm. No need to book.

The event will give you the chance to:

✅ Get behind the wheel with bookable test drives
✅ Try ultra-rapid charging and see how it works
✅ Speak to our friendly EV Ambassadors and experts
✅ Learn how the Electric Car Grant could make switching more affordable

If you're considering an EV, this is a chance to come and find out more. Switching to an EV could be more economical than you think.

Have you completed our residents’ survey yet? We are keen to find out what matters to you most, your thoughts on our services and your local area. Take ten minutes to let us know how we’re doing via the link in our bio.

What’s happening in Hertfordshire?!! Over 300 walkers joined our mass health walk during National Walking Month. That’s our biggest ever health walk in Hertfordshire. 🔍 Search Health Walks on our website for more.

Water can be unpredictable. Always keep a close eye on children near water, even for a moment. Cold water shock can affect anyone’s ability to swim — and it can happen in summer as well as winter.

Be Water Aware. Stay safe.

Find out more at: https://orlo.uk/bVOyX

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

Half-term is just around the corner! 🎉

Looking for fun without the cost? Discover Fifty Thrifty – 50 brilliant budget-friendly adventures across Hertfordshire.

Start planning your family days out 👉 hertfordshire.gov.uk/FiftyThrifty

#FiftyThrifty

How do Hertfordshire’s roads feel when you use them every day? 🚶🚴🛴🚗We’re inviting residents to share their real‑life experiences of travelling around the county as part of our Road Safety Strategy consultation.
Road safety isn’t just about where crashes happen, it’s also about the places where people feel unsafe or uncomfortable walking, cycling, wheeling, driving, or using public transport. One of our aims is to reduce death and serious injury.
Your feedback will help shape priorities and focus on how road safety improvements are delivered across Hertfordshire, working in partnership with communities and local organisations.
🔗Link in bio to take part
@hertsopcc @hertspolice @hertsfire

👀 Sneak peek!
Cllr Mark Watkin & Cllr Penelope Hill visited Journeys Academy in Potters Bar, opening later this year 🌟
The new school will provide up to 60 special school places for children with the most complex level of autism and communication needs
It’s part of our ambitious plan to deliver 1,150 new specialist places in mainstream and special schools by 2029, backed by £140m investment.
🗣️ Your voice matters - take part in the consultation: https://orlo.uk/hinbj