News that the UK Conservative Government confirmed it was blocking EU proposals to tackle Chinese steel dumping was reported in the Guardian last week (01/04/16), prompting comments that David Cameron and Sajid Javid were failing the British steel industry.
Long-serving Hertfordshire County Councillor, Chris White, who lives in St Albans, has been formally nominated to be the Liberal Democrat candidate for Police and Crime Commissioner elections on 5th May.
65 photovoltaic solar panels were installed on the roof of Three Rivers House at the end of last year . The panels are expected to generate around 14,000kwh each year which will save over 6 tonnes of carbon and reduce the Three Rivers District Council (TRDC) electricity bill. …………………………………………………………… Carers swim Free - carers supporting someone who needs additional help to go swimming can swim for free at William Penn. For details speak to pool staff or call Charlotte Masters on 776611. ……………………………………………………………. The renovated Ebury Play Area was officially opened on Friday 8th, 2.00-4.00pm. The new facilities include a trampoline, a jungle bridge, toddler swings, a wavy embankment slide, toddler play unit, balance beams, stepping logs, zip wire and play mounds, and to ensure every child can access play equipment there is also a flying saucer roundabout and pendulum swing. The adult out door gym remains and there are plenty of seats for those who enjoy just watching. ……………………………………………………………
The Conservatives running Herts County Council pushed through a cut of over 11% from the local highways budget of £90,000. This £90,000 was allocated to County Councillors to get local roads and pavements resurfaced that the County would not otherwise do. It's now been cut.
Information from TfL about further night closures of Station Rd. There will be night closures from 25th-27th April, and 2nd - 5th May from 10.00pm to 5.00am. This to allow the final connection to be made from the new bridge deck to the old existing cable support systems. The team will dismantle the scaffolding system and completely open the footpaths (arch covered walkways). In addition the demolition and removal of the old bridge deck from Victoria Close will take place and the road surface reinstated. This work is due to be completed and road handed back by 9th May. LU 24hr help line is 0343 222 2424
Village life has always been valued for its closeness and sense of community and villagers come together in a variety of ways in different clubs, groups and associations. Principal among these are of course the Parish Church and the Village School.