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Presenting Voter ID at Elections

The UK Government has introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station at some elections. This new requirement will apply for the first time in England at the local elections on Thursday 4 May 2023. 10 January 2023

New outdoor facilities in Maple Cross receive funding

A new play area, tennis courts and an outdoor gym are among the improvements set to be installed at a Maple Cross playing field thanks to funding from Three Rivers District Council and a grant from the HS2 Community and Environment Fund (CEF). 6 January 2023

Bin collections update

Owing in part to the increased volume of waste generated over the festive period some of Three Rivers District Council's crews are having difficulties completing today's collections (Tuesday). 3 January 2023

£1m of counterfeit goods seized at market in Three Rivers

Hertfordshire County Council Trading Standards Officers, assisted by Hertfordshire Police and brand representatives from the Anti-Counterfeiting Group, seized counterfeit goods with a street value of over £1m on Saturday 17 December. 20 December 2022

Residents to have a new say on a Local Plan for less development in Three Rivers

Three Rivers residents will get a new opportunity to have their say on a revised Local Plan for development in the area after councillors agreed a proposal based on what they think is right for the area rather than an “unacceptably high” government-imposed figure. 16 December 2022

If you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a festive surprise…

Something magical is happening in Leavesden Country Park – and local people are being invited to come and discover it for themselves. 15 December 2022

Council reluctantly increases some charges to cover increased costs

Three Rivers District Council has reluctantly increased some of its charges such as hire fees and green waste collections fees in order to cover increased costs in those areas owing to inflation and higher fuel and staff costs. 14 December 2022

Residents’ views sought on draft strategy to protect local natural world

Protecting and enhancing the natural world within Three Rivers district is the aim of a bold new draft strategy – and local people are being invited to have their say on it. 13 December 2022

Enforcement of double yellow line parking rules strengthened

The enforcement of parking and waiting restrictions including double yellow lines is to be strengthened across Three Rivers district. 13 December 2022

Snow and ice: Bin collections update

The very cold conditions are causing challenges for our crews and despite best efforts we may be unable to empty your bin if the content is frozen 13 December 2022

Blog: Fast fashion and the climate crisis

Cllr Phil Williams, the Lead Member for Environmental Services, Climate Change and Sustainability, looks back at the council's recent Fast Fashion Conference. 12 December 2022

Residents help plant hundreds of trees in memory of late Queen

Volunteers have helped plant hundreds of new trees in Three Rivers in memory of the late Queen Elizabeth II. 9 December 2022

Pantomime cast arrive in Rickmansworth, oh yes they do

Hertfordshire audiences will be giving a massive Swashbuckle salute this Christmas as none other than Swashbuckle’s Cook actor Joseph Elliott, will be starring as the evil Abanazaar in this year’s dazzling panto Aladdin from 9 December until New Year’s Day at Watersmeet Theatre. 8 December 2022

Three Rivers District Council's Christmas opening times and service information

Three Rivers District Council's phone lines and visitor centre at Three Rivers House in Rickmansworth will be closed over Christmas and New Year. Find out the council's updated opening times for the festive period. 7 December 2022

Business survey gives insight into hopes and concerns of local high street traders

A major survey of high street traders across Three Rivers has revealed the priorities of local businesses amid unpredictable economic times. 7 December 2022

Thousands take part in countywide tree giveaway

More than 4,000 people have taken up the offer of free trees as part of our 'Your Tree Our Future' scheme, which will see a minimum of 100,000 trees given away over the next four years. 6 December 2022

Young people meet politicians and learn about democracy at Youth Council event

Politically minded young people from nineteen schools across Three Rivers have taken part in a meeting with local politicians as they kick start a year of activities to influence how they learn key subjects at school. 5 December 2022

Small acts of kindness could make all the difference this winter

Older people struggling to keep warm this winter and those affected by rising fuel costs are being helped by a scheme which is offering warm in winter gift bags. 29 November 2022

South Oxhey Autumn Fair attracts hundreds

An international political figure was among the more than 200 visitors at the first ever South Oxhey Autumn Fair this weekend. 29 November 2022

Call to stand up to violence against women and girls

Stand up to violence against women and girls - that's the message from the Hertfordshire Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls Partnership at the start of the international 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. 25 November 2022

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