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
Award for Harpenden’s new leisure centre
Harpenden’s new leisure centre has been presented with an award for the lasting contribution it is making to the community.
Beds available for all rough sleepers throughout winter
Extra COVID-secure accommodation is available for all rough sleepers in St Albans District during the cold winter months.
Festive season waste collection calendar/Christmas tree collections
Dates for waste and recycling collections in St Albans District over the festive holiday season have been announced.
Hertsmere Borough Council’s Local Plan “needs a rethink”
Plans to create a garden village to the south-east of St Albans District would be in breach of the Government’s Green Belt policy, Councillors have warned.
Grant awarded for research into emissions issues
A substantial grant has been obtained to conduct research into how people can be better informed about efforts to reduce carbon emissions in St Albans District.
Improvements to planning application process
Improvements to the planning application system in St Albans District have been recommended for the benefit of all those involved.
New homelessness strategy for St Albans District
A new homelessness strategy for St Albans District has been produced to further improve the support offered to people without a permanent home.
Market decisions delayed until early next year
Key decisions about the future shape of St Albans’ historic Charter Market have had to be delayed until early next year.
Harpenden Public Halls: redevelopment plans move forward
A planning application to create new homes and business space on the site of Harpenden Public Halls is to be submitted.
Ambitious move to replace Alban Arena with new culture venue unveiled
Plans are to be drawn up to demolish the ageing Alban Arena in St Albans and replace it with a new entertainment venue as well as create a new park.
Landlords wanted to help Afghan refugees
Landlords in St Albans District who can provide accommodation for Afghan refugees are urged to come forward.
Christmas Cracker launches festive season in St Albans District
Thousands of people celebrated the return of the St Albans Christmas Cracker – the spectacular event that launches the District’s festive season.
Applications open for community grants
Community and voluntary groups will soon be able to apply for grants from two St Albans City and District Council funds.
Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade in St Albans
Several hundred people attended a moving Remembrance Sunday Service and Parade in St Albans.
Remembrance Sunday in St Albans
The Mayor of St Albans City and District will lead a Remembrance Day Parade and Service on Sunday 14 November.
Parish and Town Councils in St Albans District to be reviewed
A review of how local communities in St Albans District are governed is to be undertaken next year with residents being asked to give their views.
Media Protocol
The Council’s Communications Team works to a media protocol. This sets out our approach to Media Communications work.
