News, Media Enquiries and What’s On
The Communications Team answers all media and filming enquires.
Contact details:
John McJannet, Principal Communications Officer: john.mcjannet@stalbans.gov.uk, 01727 819533
Claire Wainwright, Policy and Communications Manager: claire.wainwright@stalbans.gov.uk, 01727 819572
Latest news
Cycling tracks opened at revamped community centre
New pump and cyclocross tracks have been opened at a St Albans community centre which is being revamped.
Results of the St Albans City and District Elections of Thursday 5 May
The results of the elections for all 56 seats will appear here: https://www.stalbans.gov.uk/elections-
Get ready to have your say on Thursday 5 May
Voters will go to the polls on Thursday 5 May for important elections to St Albans City and District Council.
Winter help for rough sleepers – beds provided for all those who wanted one
Rough sleepers were offered emergency accommodation in St Albans District during the cold winter months – with a bed available for all those who wanted one.
Clock Tower reopening delayed
The reopening of St Albans’ historic Clock Tower has been delayed to allow for emergency repairs.
Help with business rates for firms affected by pandemic
Companies in St Albans District that have been affected by Covid-19 may be eligible for business rate relief of up to 50%.
Alban Arena reopening on Friday 6 May
Our leisure contractor 1Life is pleased to announce that The Alban Arena will reopen on Friday 6 May following essential repair work.
St Albans Mayor’s Pride Awards: The Winners
A charity that campaigns against domestic violence was among the winners this year of the St Albans Mayor’s Pride Awards.
Ten tonnes of compost to be given away
Once again, we will be providing compost for you to help yourself to on Sunday 10 April from 7.30am.
Cremation urn found during excavation work at site of ancient Roman town
Archaeological research is underway at the site of two new all-weather tennis and netball courts in Verulamium Park in St Albans.
Keep a look out for poll cards – and check the details
Poll cards have been sent to voters in St Albans District for important local elections on Thursday 5 May.
How St Albans District will be impacted by measures to protect the Chilterns Beechwoods
Measures taken to prevent the Chilterns Beechwoods suffering further damage may impact some planning applications in St Albans District.
Changes to planning application process
An important change to the process for planning applications has been agreed by St Albans City and District Council.
More City Centre disabled parking bays to be created
Six more disabled parking bays are to be provided in a St Albans City Centre car park to improve access.
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee to be marked by street party in St Albans
A free street party is to be held in St Albans City Centre to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee during the June bank holiday.
Volunteers turn out in force for community tree planting events
Scores of volunteers turned out in force to help plant hundreds of trees at four areas in St Albans District.
Media Protocol
The Council’s Communications Team works to a media protocol. This sets out our approach to Media Communications work.