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Hertsmere at the heart of landmark £3.9bn DC01UK data centre deal
30 Oct 25
Hertsmere at the heart of landmark £3.9bn DC01UK data centre deal

Marking a pivotal new chapter in the UK’s digital infrastructure capability, DC01UK has announced the sale of its 85 hectare Hertfordshire site to Equinix - one of the world’s leading data centre operators. The scale of planned development is expected to accelerate the next wave of cloud and AI innovation.

Connect to Work launches in Hertfordshire - empowering residents into employment
21 Oct 25
Connect to Work launches in Hertfordshire - empowering residents into employment

Primarily designed to support residents with disabilities, health conditions, or complex barriers into meaningful employment, this transformative Government-funded programme will be delivered locally by Step2Skills.

Invest Hertfordshire showcases the county’s investment potential at EXPO Real 2025
16 Oct 25
Invest Hertfordshire showcases the county’s investment potential at EXPO Real 2025

Invest Hertfordshire shone the spotlight on the county's £12.9bn pipeline of investible propositions at Europe's leading property and investment exhibition, highlighting Hertfordshire’s strategic role in driving innovation, attracting global capital, and delivering transformational development.

Hertfordshire Apprenticeship Alliance drives local apprenticeship growth
15 Oct 25
Hertfordshire Apprenticeship Alliance drives local apprenticeship growth

Hertfordshire's growing apprenticeship investment reflects a county-wide commitment to building a skilled workforce and supporting inclusive career pathways. With the Alliance ensuring vital funding stays local and directly benefits businesses and residents, there has never been a better time for local employers to get involved.

Laying opportunities on the table: Step2Skills and Nando’s champion inclusive employment in Hertfordshire
13 Oct 25
Laying opportunities on the table: Step2Skills and Nando’s champion inclusive employment in Hertfordshire

Over the past year, Nando’s has become a standout example of what inclusive employment can look like in practice, launching a series of impactful initiatives with support from Step2Skills.

Hertfordshire’s screen sector strengthens with major Elstree developments
30 Sep 25
Hertfordshire’s screen sector strengthens with major Elstree developments

Three significant studio expansion projects have been announced in Elstree, set to further expand the county's production capacity and its reputation as a global hub for film and TV.

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