A major breakthrough has been achieved in the fight against two controversial Green Belt developments by St Albans MP Daisy Cooper. An appeal was looming for two planning applications in Chiswell Green after the schemes were rejected by SADC planning committee councillors. Developers want to stick housing on Green Belt land at...
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Campaigners have welcomed a decision by Harpenden Town Council to oppose plans for up to 550 homes on a Green Belt site to the north-west of the town. An Extraordinary Public Meeting on May 30 saw councillors overwhelmingly vote in opposition to the scheme by Legal and General (L&G) for land...
An inventive, fast-paced comedy based on PG Wodehouse's iconic characters Jeeves and Wooster comes to the Abbey Theatre this month. Bertie Wooster begins to tell a simple story in his inimitable style, but soon calls for his trusty manservant, Jeeves, who steps in to bring sense from confusion. Assisted by Seppings, the...
A special evening of entertainment at St Albans' Roman Theatre commemorated 20 years of OVO Theatre Company. The event was attended by special guests from across the community, and included performances from productions throughout the company's history, including Romeo and Juliet, Much Ado About Nothing and As You Like It. Founders Adam...
An inspiring movement that started in St Albans and has since helped to boost the nightlife scene nationwide returned home for its third year with a long weekend of joyful and fun LBGTQ+ events. Founded by and raising funds for the Ask for Clive campaign, Pub Pride saw celebrations kick off...
A charity set up four years ago to raise money for a new playground is unveiling an innovative initiative as the final part of its funding mission. To reach the overall target of £100,000 to replace ageing equipment in the neighbourhood play park, registered charity Let’s Play at Bernards Heath is...
In the wake of Legal and General's proposals for 550 homes on Green Belt to the north-west of Harpenden (pictured), other developers have come forwards with schemes for fields around the town. The news comes as part of the district council's 'call for sites' in order to meet government house-building targets...
Advice from a professional can help ease the burden when dividing pensions during a divorce. Lumin Wealth's pensions on divorce expert Simon Ricca explains more. Divorces can be a stressful and complicated time for both parties, but seeking financial advice on your pension options can help you save money, streamline the...
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