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Leafy Three Rivers – a year of tree planting across the district

More than 250 trees have been planted across Three Rivers over the past year through a number of schemes as part of an ongoing effort to maintain and boost tree cover across the district. Trees and Landscapes 28 February 2024

Environment and Climate Emergency

The National Lottery Heritage Fund grant will support key nature project at Rickmansworth Aquadrome

Vital work to conserve, protect and enhance the natural environment at Rickmansworth Aquadrome is set to go ahead as key funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund has been secured this week. Environment and Climate Emergency 23 February 2024

Crime and safety

Self-defence and safety course for Three Rivers women

More than 150 women in Three Rivers are to be empowered as the district council takes a step further in eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls. Crime and safety 22 February 2024

Crime and safety

Private hire driver loses license after using phone at the wheel

A Three Rivers private hire taxi driver has been fined and had his licence revoked after being caught using a mobile phone whilst driving. Crime and safety 22 February 2024

Environment and Climate Emergency

Flooding at Rickmansworth Aquadrome

Three Rivers District Council has been advised of flooding at the Aquadrome in Rickmansworth. Environment and Climate Emergency 21 February 2024

Council tax

Three Rivers District Council delivers a balanced budget with no service cuts

A balanced budget with no cuts to services and extra money for major green projects has been approved for Three Rivers District. Council tax 21 February 2024

Community and living

Scam Prevention Event to be held at Three Rivers Healthy Hub this week

Three Rivers District Council is holding a scam prevention drop in this week, 22 February, following a series of successful money advice sessions in collaboration with Money Advice Unit and Trading Standards that were held in November. Community and living 21 February 2024

Planning

Early indications show residents back Three Rivers Local Plan

Initial findings of the latest consultation on Three Rivers District Council’s draft Local Plan indicate strong support from residents for the lower housing growth option. Planning 20 February 2024

Crime and safety

Hundreds of Three Rivers students learned about knife crime at council-run event

Three Rivers children, young people and parents learned about the devastating impact of knife violence at a council-run event. Crime and safety 20 February 2024

Leisure, parks and culture

It started with a kiss – new Red Carpet nights start at Watersmeet

An exciting lineup of new Red Carpet events at Watersmeet in Rickmansworth kicked-off last week with a special Valentines event. Leisure, parks and culture 19 February 2024

Leisure, parks and culture

William Penn Leisure Centre pool switches to green energy saving lights

Energy-saving lighting has been installed at a swimming pool in Rickmansworth. Leisure, parks and culture 15 February 2024

Leisure, parks and culture

Swimming sessions for stroke survivors help ‘improve independence’ and create a ‘positive mindset’

Swimming sessions for stroke survivors are giving an 86-year-old woman the confidence to be more independent in her daily life whilst creating a positive mindset. Leisure, parks and culture 15 February 2024

Consultations

Have your say on district council services

Residents have an opportunity to shape the future of council services across Three Rivers district as a major survey of local opinion is launched. Consultations 8 February 2024

Environment and Climate Emergency

More homes in Three Rivers to benefit from energy efficiency upgrades

A major energy efficiency scheme that could save homeowners money will soon arrive in other parts of Three Rivers after residents praised the scheme’s benefits. Environment and Climate Emergency 8 February 2024

Leisure, parks and culture

Applications for Olympian-led sponsorship scheme in Three Rivers open

Up-and-coming athletes in Three Rivers are being given the chance to take their careers to the next level – in an Olympic and Paralympic year – with Everyone Active's Sporting Champions scheme. Leisure, parks and culture 6 February 2024

Waste and recycling

Three Rivers remains a top recycler in England

Newly released government figures show Three Rivers District Council is one of the top performing authorities in England for household recycling – standing at 61.5% in 2022/23. Waste and recycling 5 February 2024

Your Council

Chair of Three Rivers supports prostate and ovarian cancer charities

‘For my friends’ – The Chair of Three Rivers District Council, Cllr Raj Khiroya, speaks about why he has chosen ovarian and prostate cancer charities to support during his time as the district’s first citizen. Your Council 2 February 2024

Your Council

Test your general knowledge for a good cause at the Chair's Charity Quiz Night

Test your general knowledge at this year’s Chair’s Big Quiz Night which will raise money to support prostate and ovarian cancer charities. Your Council 2 February 2024

Elections and democracy

Earn extra money, join our elections team

Have you ever thought of getting involved at election time by either working at a polling station or at the count? Elections and democracy 1 February 2024

Parking

Parking made easier in Watford Road after council listens to concerns

Plans designed to make parking easier and more convenient around Watford Road businesses come into effect after the council listens to parking concerns. Parking 31 January 2024