County council still using ‘unregistered’ placements for children in care in ‘exceptional circumstances’
By law, all children’s homes have to be registered with Ofsted to ensure providers meet the required standards.
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Community groups, charities, volunteering, and the people who make Hitchin special.
Charity golf day raises £16,000 for Hertfordshire young homelessness charity
Founded in 1998, HYH works across Hertfordshire to prevent youth homelessness through education, advice and practical support for young people & their families
What's your favourite place in North Herts?
North Herts Council is inviting residents to share the places they love as part of Love North Herts - a district-wide campaign to create a lasting record of the locations, landscapes and landmarks that help define our district, particularly as we look ahead to Local Government Reorganisation in the coming years.
Hitchin Samaritans climb Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Twenty-two volunteers from the North Herts and Stevenage (Hitchin) branch recently completed a fundraising climb of Yr Wyddfa (aka Snowdon)
After 41 years, end of an era as Lidders hand over Club 85
For many Hitchin residents, the departure of the Lidder family marks the end of an era for one of the town’s most recognisable venues
£48,000 Roman statue to lay in Stevenage
Andy Collins asked Labour Councillor Tom Plater why it’s worth spending the money.
Community celebrates new KGV Skatepark in Hitchin
The newly redeveloped King George V Skatepark in Hitchin was officially celebrated with a free community event on Friday, May 29, that brought together riders, families, and partners to mark the completion of the project.
Rain fails to dampen spirits at Hitchin Churchyard Day
Despite the wet weather, the churchyard remained busy as residents enjoyed a exciting programme
New group cycling studio opens at North Herts Leisure Centre
North Herts Leisure Centre has officially opened its brand new dedicated group cycling studio, welcoming members through the doors for the first time this weekend.
Young people urged to help shape policing and community safety across Hertfordshire
The initiative, open to people aged 14 to 25, gives young residents a platform to influence decisions, raise concerns and help inform the work of the PCC