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Warm Homes funding available to improve the energy efficiency of local homes
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has been awarded £1.5million of Government funding to help improve the energy efficiency of privately rented and owner-occupied homes in the borough.

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Inclusive Job Fair Connects Hatfield Residents with Local Employers
An Inclusive Job Fair hosted at Hatfield Galleria on Thursday 12 June brought together local employers and residents seeking accessible job opportunities in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Council’s hedgehog conservation work to be officially recognised
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council will be officially recognised for its efforts to protect hedgehogs as part of its plan to increase and promote biodiversity.
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Council Leaders rule out single unitary authority proposal for Hertfordshire
The Leaders of Hertfordshire’s 11 councils have agreed to rule out the option of a single unitary authority for the county as part of ongoing discussions on local government reform proposals.
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Anniversary Gardens in WGC blooms with new landscaping
The continuing transformation of the Anniversary Gardens in Welwyn Garden City town centre was unveiled on Wednesday 11 June, showcasing the latest improvements to this popular and much-used garden.
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Council welcomes GAIL’s to new outlet in Welwyn Garden City
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is delighted to welcome GAIL’s bakery to its new town-centre outlet in Welwyn Garden City.
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All the fun of the circus is coming to Hatfield Town Centre!
Roll up, roll up, all the fun of the circus is coming to White Lion Square, Hatfield Town Centre, on Saturday 14 June, with a thrilling interactive free Circus Skills event for all ages!
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Construction begins on the redevelopment of Hatfield Market Place
Construction has officially begun on the redevelopment of Hatfield Market Place – a key part of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s ongoing plans to regenerate the town centre.
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Fun for all the family this summer!
There is so much to look forward to this summer as the weather warms up, with This Girl Can and Great Big Green Week coming to Welwyn Hatfield in June - and that’s just the start of the programme!
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WHBC Shortlisted for Planning Authority of the Year Award
WHBC has been shortlisted for the ‘Planning Authority of the Year’ category at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) East of England Awards for Planning Excellence 2025.