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Labour’s Plan to Get Britain Working – What It Means for Hertsmere

The Labour Government has launched its ambitious Get Britain Working white paper, setting out a bold vision to tackle economic inactivity, unlock potential, and grow the economy. The white paper represents a commitment to providing opportunities for all – and Hertsmere will benefit from these transformative plans. Key elements of the plan…

NEW FIGURES – 2038 in Hertsmere set to gain up to £1,400 a year thanks to Budget Minimum Wage boost

New analysis from Hertsmere Labour reveals that an estimated 2038 workers on the National Minimum Wage in Hertsmere are set to receive up to an additional £1,400 a year after Labour’s first budget saw the National Living Wage rise to £12.21 an hour. The boost is a significant step towards making sure…

Labour’s Cllr Chris Myers Hails £500 Million Boost to Fix Britain’s Roads!

In a major win for Britain’s road users, Labour’s Cllr Chris Myers, Hertsmere’s Street Scene portfolio holder, has celebrated the announcement of an enormous £500 million funding increase to tackle potholes and repair local roads next year. This funding surge, nearly 50% higher than commitments from the previous government, promises…

4482 Hertsmere families have renewed mortgages on higher rates since Conservative’s disastrous mini-budget – as former PM receives rapturous reception at Tory Party Conference

New analysis, based on research from the Bank of England and the ONS, from Hertsmere Labour reveals that two years on from the Conservative’s disastrous mini-budget – which crashed the British economy and sent interest rates soaring – 4482 local families have renewed their mortgages onto higher rates. The analysis comes as Liz…

Up to 1712 residents in Hertsmere to benefit from exploitative Zero-Hours contract ban under Labour’s new Workers’ Rights Bill

New analysis from Hertsmere Labour reveals up to 1712 local workers could benefit from Labour’s ban of exploitative zero-hour contracts – alongside a raft of beneficiaries of a measures designed to end unfair employment practices and help deliver economic growth. The Government’s Employment Rights Bill will ban exploitative zero-hours contracts, end fire…

Hertsmere Homelessness soars by over 70% in 5 years under last Government as Labour promises to get Britain building 1.5m new homes

New analysis from Hertsmere Labour reveals the staggering rise in homelessness under the last Government. Three hundred and fifty-one families were assessed as homeless 5 years ago. However, following a devastating parliament for living standards – the worst in British history – that figure has risen to 597 up by…

Tories Block Crucial Discussion on SEND Provision Failings at Hertfordshire County Council

In a shocking move at today’s Hertfordshire County Council meeting, the Conservative group prevented a motion on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision from being discussed. The motion, which highlighted alarming statistics and systemic failings in the council’s handling of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), was dismissed before…

Labour Delivers While Hertsmere Tories Throw a Tantrum

At tonight’s Hertsmere Borough Council meeting, residents’ concerns took centre stage, but the Tory opposition seemed more interested in theatrics than progress. Astonishingly, they voted against road safety measures and attempted to block a tree strategy supported by the National Woodland and Tree Trust. Despite their antics, we pressed…

Busy September Cabinet Meeting for Hertsmere Borough Council

Hertsmere Borough Council’s September cabinet meeting was packed with important decisions, as several key issues were debated by Hertsmere’s Executive Members. The meeting began with a recommendation from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Panel to award £1 million to Potters Bar Town Football Club. Cabinet members were enthusiastic about the…

Potters Bar Town FC Set to Secure Major Funding for New 5G Pitch

In a significant boost for Hertsmere, the Cabinet at Hertsmere Borough Council has approved a £1 million Community Infrastructure Levy (CiL) bid for Potters Bar Town FC (PBTFC). The funds will be used to build a much-needed 5G pitch, a project that has been long advocated by the club and…

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