Council’s stay safe approach as we enter Stage 4 of the Covid roadmap

St Albans City and District Council is maintaining many of the measures it put in place for Covid safety in view of the rise in cases across the country and locally, while slowly opening up service

Don’t lose your voice

Residents in St Albans District are urged to make sure their electoral registration details are up to date so they do not lose their voice.

Pest control charges

A review of pest control charges has been carried out by St Albans City and District Council (SADC).

Charter Market shortlisted for national award

St Albans Charter Market has been shortlisted for a prestigious Great British Food Award for the second year in a row.

CCTV to be installed at Verulamium Park

CCTV cameras are to be installed at Verulamium Park in St Albans to ensure it remains a safe environment for residents and visitors.

Lockey House purchase can be completed

The freehold of a landmark building can now be purchased in full by St Albans City and District Council as part of a regeneration project.

City Centre pavement closure

A footpath in St Albans City Centre is to be closed to allow work to progress at a major housing and commercial development.

Special meeting on pedestrianisation proposals

A special meeting to discuss the possible long-term pedestrianisation of six streets in St Albans City Centre is to be held.

Charter Market pilot scheme delayed

A pilot scheme for a gazebo-only Charter Market in St Albans which was planned for late June has been postponed following the Government’s extension of COVID social dista

COVID-19 recovery grants for community groups

Community and voluntary groups in St Albans District that have been supporting people during the pandemic can apply for grants of up to £20,000.

Neighbourhood plan for St Stephen – give your views

Residents, businesses and community groups are being consulted about a neighbourhood plan for the parish of St Stephen.

Flying the flag with Pride at St Albans Museum and Gallery

Happy Pride to everyone.  

June is Pride month in many countries around the world, including the UK.

We are flying the flag with Pride at St Albans Museum and Gallery.

New Mayor for St Albans City and District

Councillor Edgar Hill has been elected the new Mayor of the City and District of St Albans – choosing Youth Talk as his charity for the year.

Quaker Garden to be cordoned off temporarily

An historic garden in St Albans City Centre is to be closed temporarily during the construction of a major housing and commercial development.

Beating the Bounds: residents invited to maintain ancient ceremony

Residents are being asked by the Mayor of St Albans to maintain the ancient custom of Beating the Bounds.

New £220,000 Clarence Park play area opens

A new £220,000 children’s playground at Clarence Park in St Albans has been officially opened with hundreds of people attending in the first week.