General Election 2024: Key Deadlines
The General Election is scheduled for Thursday 4 July 2024. Local polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm
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Free swim and gym for young people in Watford again this summer
Young people in Watford are again being given the chance to get active for free this summer at the town’s two leisure centres...
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Watford welcomes back Big Jiveswing Festival for 10th anniversary
One of the largest free UK Jazz festivals will be returning to Watford featuring some of the best internationally acclaimed musicians, bands and dancers.
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Lights, camera, action! The Big Screen is back in Watford this summer
The council have announced the return of the FREE 'Big Screen', bringing the magic of movies to the town once again. Grab your popcorn and settle in for an unforgettable cinematic experience...
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Atria Watford unveils support for Proud Watford
The Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor officially opened Atria Watford’s new installation this week (29 June), supporting Proud Watford and the LGBTQIA+ community...
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Council supports ‘Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week’
From 3 – 9 July, the council will be supporting ‘Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week’ with seminars and events held throughout Watford.
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Supporter of Watford Gymnastic Club triumphs in Watford Community Lottery draw
There was a winning start to Watford’s Community Lottery as Mr Mark Griffin won £250 at the first draw last weekend (Saturday 24 June)...
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Leavesden Green Recreation Ground enhanced by council
The council is delighted to announce a series of enhancements to Leavesden Green Recreation Ground...
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Watford’s spectacular series of vibrant events this summer and beyond
Watford Borough Council is delighted to unveil this year’s exciting lineup of cultural experiences and events taking place across the town this summer and beyond...
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Watford Community Lottery celebrates successful first draw as over a thousand take part
The first draw of the Watford Community Lottery has been announced as a success, with over 1,000 tickets sold so far and £55,000 projected in revenue to help local good causes by year-end.
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Watford’s Local Plan announced as one of the ‘best’ in East of England
The council has been recognised for its dedicated and innovative approach after being announced as winners of the 'Best Plan' category at the RTPI East of England Awards for Planning Excellence.