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Council announces latest phase of Hatfield regeneration
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (WHBC) has announced the latest phase of its ambitious plans for the regeneration of Hatfield Town Centre.
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Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council ranked joint second in Hertfordshire for action on climate change
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (WHBC) has been ranked joint second in Hertfordshire in the newly published Council Climate Action Scorecards by Climate Emergency UK, up from 8th place last year.
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High Sheriff of Hertfordshire unveils new art installations in Hatfield Town Centre
The High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, Nicholas Buxton, today (20 June) joined the Mayor of Welwyn Hatfield, Councillor Lynn Chesterman OBE and Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (WHBC) Deputy Leader and -
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New High Sheriff of Hertfordshire visits Welwyn Hatfield
WHBC was delighted to welcome the new High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, Nicholas Buxton, to the borough as part of his county-wide tour to find out more about community initiatives and green spaces.
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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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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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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.
