Local News and Events
Green scheme funding has been extended
 Do you want to install a composter at your scout group? Perhaps your school wants to create a wildlife area? Or does your community group have plans to run a recycling competition? Whatever your green scheme, Hertsmere Borough Council can help with funding. To help more green schemes in Hertsmere, we have extended the applications deadline for our new Climate Action Community Grant to Friday 22 July. Local community groups, PTAs and organisations are invited to apply for funding of up to £500 to help launch or continue a scheme that will make a positive change to help our environment. The aim is to encourage residents, volunteers and communities to take action through a range of initiatives, including energy efficiency measures; renewable energy; promoting active and sustainable transport; reducing waste; improving the use of resources; enhancing biodiversity; reducing carbon emissions; through to supporting local, sustainable or seasonal food production. The grant is for any local community group, PTA or organisation that needs help to run a green project. The grants will support practical measures such as tree planting and habitat improvement; education programmes to increase awareness and the skills needed to change and adapt lifestyles; green travel and transport schemes; energy saving in community buildings; local food initiatives; and recycling and reuse projects. The closing date for applications is Friday 22 July. Decisions will be made towards the end of July and grants allocated in August. To find out more about the Climate Action Community Grant or to apply, please visit www.hertsmere.gov.uk/CACG |
Justice Bus coming to Borehamwood!
| A Hertfordshire Law Clinic has been set up by the University of Hertfordshire and is organising satellite clinics to improve access to justice for communities across Hertfordshire. The Law Clinic will offer FREE advice to members of the public on a range of legal issues including family, employment, housing and consumer. All advice is provided by solicitors, or trained law students working under the supervision of qualified lawyers. Law Students will endeavour to offer signposting to other organisations if for any reason the clinic cannot assist. The Justice Bus will be at Borehamwood Foodbank on Thursday 21 July 10am – 12.30pm. If you would like to book an appointment to guarantee you are seen at their satellite clinic please contact the Law Clinic on 01707 284115 or by email. |
Claim your Council Tax Energy Rebate
 Are you missing out on your council tax energy rebate? If you pay your council tax online, over the phone, at the post office or by PayPoint, we’ve set up a quick online application form so you can claim the £150 rebate quickly and easily and help protect your household from rising energy costs. You have until Thursday (30 June) to apply for the rebate if you have not already received it. If the rebate goes unclaimed, the £150 payment will instead be used to credit your council tax account for this financial year 2022/23. New bills will be sent to those affected. To be eligible for the rebate, properties must be valued at council tax bands A to D, the property must be the main or sole residence of the council tax payer or occupant, and the property must be chargeable. To find out more and apply for your rebate go to www.hertsmere.gov.uk/taxrebate |
Hertsmere marks Armed Forces Day
 The Mayor of Hertsmere has shown support for the men and women who make up the armed forces community, as part of a special event to commemorate Armed Forces Day. Mayor Councillor John Graham led a small flag-raising event outside our Civic Offices today (Monday 20 June), ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 25 June. He was joined by Mayoress Barbara Graham, Reverend Oliver Blease, bugler, Adrian Temple, Royal British Legion Representative, Brian Dee and other Hertsmere Borough councillors and staff for the occasion. Armed Forces Day aims to raise public awareness of the contribution made by those who serve or have served in the armed forces, as well as those who support them. If you would like to find out more about Armed Forces Day visit their website: www.armedforcesday.org.uk The Hertfordshire Armed Forces Covenant is a commitment from public and private organisations in the county to support the active and retired Armed Forces community living and working in Hertfordshire. The covenant aims to support active personnel looking to leave service and settle in Hertfordshire, reservists living in the area or anyone with any other connection to the armed forces. Visit www.hertfordshireheroes.org to find out more. Former service personnel living in Hertsmere can also benefit from discounted leisure centre membership at the Furzefield leisure centre in Potters Bar, Bushey Grove leisure centre and The Venue leisure centre in Borehamwood. To find out more contact your local InspireAll leisure centre. |
Latest Vacancies at Hertsmere
 Hertsmere is located in Southern Hertfordshire – we are 13 miles from Central London and within the M25. We adjoin Greater London with excellent road and rail links, making London and the Home Counties easily accessible. The council offices are situated in Borehamwood within Zone 6 and with a direct rail link into London Kings Cross St. Pancras. The area is an internationally renowned centre for film and television production, home to BBC Elstree and Elstree Studios (a council-owned asset). |
| Bushey Rose Garden Apprentice Salary £12,168 We are looking for an apprentice to work at the Bushey Rose Garden, which is an historic Grade II listed public garden situated in the heart of Bushey. This vacancy is for an Apprenticeship position for work carrying out gardening duties. You will undertake all garden maintenance tasks, to ensure the Rose Garden is kept to a high horticultural standard. This includes rose care, herbaceous perennials, climbers, ornamental shrubs, hedge maintenance, weeding, planting, mulching, soil management, turf management, cleansing and cleaning. You will also act as the first point of contact for park users and to be the custodian of the Rose Garden on behalf of the council. You will undertake the following training as part of the Apprenticeship: Level 1 functional skills tuition in English and Maths will be delivered in a 5 day intensive block at the beginning of the apprentices program of study. Level 2 functional skills tuition in English and Maths will be delivered in a 5 day intensive block after 1 year on program. Level 2 award in the safe use of pesticides PA 1 Emergency first aid at work. During the Apprenticeship scheme, you will work with a qualified member of staff and be provided the support and guidance required to progress within the council. We are looking for somebody with excellent communication skills, customer care skills, initiative and physical fitness, who is a punctual, reliable, enthusiastic, well presented and responsible team player. The role is physically demanding, and you will be expected to work throughout all weather conditions, sometimes outside of normal working hours, at weekends and during public holidays. The Council will support you with your studies and allow time during working hours to complete necessary studies. The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week). Working days: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (summer) 9am-3pm (winter). Benefits include 25 – 30 days annual leave (depending on the length of Local Government Service) plus one floating day per annum, local government pension scheme, free car parking, free use of leisure facilities, cycle scheme and season ticket loans. Please click here to apply. For further information on the borough and our benefits, visit www.hertsmerecareers.co.uk Closing date: Midday, 30 June 2022 |
Hertsmere News is out!
 The summer edition of our residents’ magazine, Hertsmere News, is out from this week. It’s packed with news and information about our services and activities. In this edition, you’ll see how we supported platinum jubilee celebrations across the borough, the wonderful achievements of this year’s Hertsmere Civic Award winners, how we support our communities to manage money worries, our support of Ukrainian people who have been displaced to our borough, and a whole host of other updates including fun summer activities. If you live in Hertsmere, a copy of the magazine will be delivered to your door. Alternatively, you can access the magazine on our website. |
Hertsmere Police Cadets are recruiting
The Hertsmere Police Cadet Unit are recruiting ready for the new term starting September 2022. It is open to children living and schooling in Hertsmere aged between 13 and 17 this coming September.
The Police Cadets are involved in a wide range of activities and events including: camps, court visits and outdoor activities and play a vital role in community events. Additionally, they learn about police procedures and the law and receive talks from specialist departments, including the tri-force Armed Police Unit and Dog Unit.
The groups usually meet every two weeks on a Tuesday evening and are led by Police Officers, PCSO’s and volunteers who support young people in their development.
No prior knowledge is required and isn’t limited to only those who have ambitions to work within the police force.
Expressions of interest should be emailed to HertsmereHVPC@herts.police.uk with the following information included:
- Young person name, date of birth and address
- Parent/guardian name and contact number