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05/11/2026

⚠️ Reminder additional overnight works on Commercial Road junction area

🚧 Thursday 5 November from 7pm to 7am

These works need to be carried out under a contraflow system, which requires the temporary traffic light timings to be extended. While this is necessary at any time of day, carrying out these works during daytime hours would result in significantly greater queues and delays than those experienced so far. By undertaking these works overnight, when traffic levels are lower, we can reduce the impact on road users as much as possible.

The work will deliver new traffic lights and improved pedestrian crossings, helping to make this busy junction safer, more efficient and easier for everyone to use.

We appreciate that the roadworks can be frustrating, and we'd like to thank everyone for their patience while these essential improvements are completed

Map and info in comments below 🔽

05/11/2026

Could you make a real difference to someone’s life?

Shared Lives carers open their homes and lives to adults who need extra support, helping them build confidence, develop independence and stay connected to their communities

And the difference goes both ways. Shared Lives carers Colin and Lynn say:

“The time spent with those we have been caring for has enriched our lives immensely. It’s a fantastic and rewarding feeling.”

You don’t need previous care experience or qualifications. Full training, matching and ongoing support are provided

You can also receive up to £650 per week for each adult you support, with potential tax benefits

More than 100 people in Herefordshire have become Shared Lives carers since 2022

Could you be next? Find out more about becoming a Shared Lives carer and arrange an informal chat with the Council team, link in the comments below 🔽

04/11/2026

⚠️ Additional overnight works on Commercial Road junction area

🚧 Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 November from 7pm to 7am

We know the improvement works have affected journeys around the Commercial Road and Blueschool Street junction.

To help minimise disruption, we will also be carrying out some of the essential crossing works on Commercial Road and Bath Street overnight to help avoid some of the daytime delays on this busy junction.

Temporary lane closures and traffic management will be in place during these works.

The work will deliver new traffic lights and improved pedestrian crossings, helping to make this busy junction safer, more efficient and easier for everyone to use.

We appreciate that the roadworks can be frustrating, and we'd like to thank everyone for their patience while these essential improvements are completed

Map and info in comments 🔽

04/11/2026

Could you be the person who makes that first conversation possible?

For some people experiencing abuse, a conversation with someone they know and trust may be the first opportunity they feel able to ask for help

We’re supporting , offering free half-day training for people working in public facing roles across Herefordshire

Free courses continue through November and are designed for people including hairdressers, beauticians, tattoo artists, bar staff, opticians, nail technicians and financial advisers, as well as others who regularly interact with the public,

You’ll learn how to:
▶️ Recognise possible signs of abuse
▶️ Approach sensitive conversations safely and confidently
▶️ Signpost people to appropriate local support

Find out more and book your free training, visit the link in the comments below 🔽

04/11/2026

Canvass forms are on the way – final reminder

Some households across Herefordshire will soon receive an A3 Canvass Form through the post.

If you get one, please read it carefully and follow the instructions. You must respond to a Canvass Form by law, even if nothing has changed at your address.

You can return the completed form using the envelope provided, which does not need a stamp. Or you can respond online. Responding online is quick and easy and helps save postage costs.

If you're not sure what to do, contact details for the Electoral Services team can be found on the form. We'll be happy to help.

For more, visit the link in the comments below 🔽

04/11/2026

Visit the Field of Remembrance at Hereford Cathedral

The Royal British Legion Field of Remembrance is now open in the Lady Arbour garden at Hereford Cathedral , offering visitors a peaceful place to reflect and remember those who have served and sacrificed.

Visitors are welcome to pay their respects and take a moment to remember during normal cathedral opening hours, from Saturday 31 October to Thursday 12 November.

The exterior of the cathedral will also be illuminated in red throughout this period, creating a striking tribute as we approach Remembrance Sunday.

Everyone is welcome to visit and take a moment to remember.

04/11/2026

Are you passionate about the community you live in?

Could you be a parish councillor?

Notice of vacancy published today, Leinthall Starkes of Wigmore Group Parish Council is seeking a new councillor

Get involved in the decisions for your local area, see the link in the comments below 🔽

03/11/2026

Know an apprenticeship star who deserves to be recognised?

Nominations are now open for the 2027 Herefordshire Apprenticeship Awards

The awards celebrate the apprentices, employers and mentors helping to build Herefordshire’s future workforce

Do you know an apprentice who has gone above and beyond? Or perhaps a business that champions apprenticeships or a mentor who provides outstanding support?

Now’s the time to nominate them and give them their moment in the spotlight

Awards include:
Apprentice of the Year
Apprentice Employer of the Year
Mentor of the Year

There are also three new categories for 2027, including New Apprenticeship Employer of the Year, Future Skills Apprenticeship Award and Employer Mentor of the Year

Help us shine a light on the people and organisations making a difference through apprenticeships

For more and links to nominations, visit the link in the comments below 🔽

03/11/2026

Are you passionate about the community you live in?

Could you be a parish councillor?

Notice of vacancy published today, Kilpeck Parish Council is seeking a new councillor, a by-election can be requested by local electors up to 23 November 2026

Get involved in the decisions for your local area, see the link in the comments below 🔽

02/11/2026

We're getting ready for winter

With colder weather on the way, our highways teams are preparing to help keep the county moving.

Our annual winter dry run has seen 17 gritters put through their paces at Thorn Depot in Hereford, checking vehicles, equipment and routes ahead of the colder months.

We've got more than 6,200 tonnes of salt in stock and our teams are ready to treat around 600 miles of the county's roads during routine gritting runs.

Decisions on when to grit are made using specialist weather forecasts, information from seven weather stations across the county and local highways knowledge, helping us target roads where ice is most likely to form.

Find out more and see how we're preparing for winter and helping keep Herefordshire moving, link in the comments below 🔽

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