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New electric bike scheme set to boost sustainable travel in Hemel Hempstead
04 Feb 26
New electric bike scheme set to boost sustainable travel in Hemel Hempstead

Dacorum Borough Council is launching a town‑wide electric bike hire scheme, creating a convenient, accessible travel option for residents, commuters and visitors. The scheme will be part-funded by Herts IQ.

Airbus Launchpad to boost UK space SMEs with £3.9 million government backing
03 Feb 26
Airbus Launchpad to boost UK space SMEs with £3.9 million government backing

A new facility designed to help small businesses thrive in the UK space sector has opened at Airbus Defence and Space’s Stevenage site, strengthening Hertfordshire’s position as a key contributor to the UK’s rapidly growing space economy.

Proposed Watford Innovation Hub set to unlock small business growth
02 Feb 26
Proposed Watford Innovation Hub set to unlock small business growth

Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet will consider a proposal on 9 February to appoint Co-Space as its partner to develop and deliver a new Innovation and Incubation Hub, within the newly refurbished Town Hall.

Claxton House reaches new heights with topping out ceremony
26 Jan 26
Claxton House reaches new heights with topping out ceremony

A topping out ceremony has marked a major milestone in the development of Claxton House in Stevenage - one of the flagship projects within the SG1 masterplan that is set to transform Stevenage Town Centre.

East Hemel planning submission marks major step forward for Herts IQ
23 Jan 26
East Hemel planning submission marks major step forward for Herts IQ

The Crown Estate has submitted an Outline Planning Application for East Hemel - the biggest application Hertfordshire has seen in decades - marking a significant step forward for Hemel Garden Communities and our Herts IQ enterprise zone.

Behind the scenes: Christmas adverts filmed across Hertfordshire
22 Dec 25
Behind the scenes: Christmas adverts filmed across Hertfordshire

With its picturesque towns, said to create a magical and festive atmosphere for viewers, this year Hertfordshire has been the chosen location by four nationally recognised Christmas adverts.

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