Government is seeking your views on proposals to reshape how local government is organised across Hertfordshire.

The consultation runs until 26 March 2026 and invites feedback from residents, businesses, and local partners on three possible models for replacing the current two‑tier system (comprising one county council and 10 district/borough councils) with new unitary councils.

The proposals, which were submitted jointly by all Hertfordshire councils and the Police and Crime Commissioner on 28 November 2025, outline options for two, three, or four new unitary authorities.

These models vary in size, geography and population, but all aim to simplify service delivery, strengthen accountability and enhance long‑term financial sustainability.

Detailed breakdowns of each option, including boundary maps and supporting evidence, are available on the Hertfordshire Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) microsite.

As part of the consultation, Government will engage directly with Hertfordshire councils and with a defined list of statutory consultees. Residents and organisations can respond online through the official consultation portal, with paper copies also accessible at all Hertfordshire libraries and council headquarters. 

Local authorities across the county have worked collaboratively over the past year to consider the evidence behind each proposal - drawing extensively on input from communities, local businesses, and stakeholder organisations.

The insights gathered so far have helped shape the submission, and further public engagement will ensure the final decision reflects Hertfordshire’s diverse needs and priorities. Government expects to announce its decision in summer 2026. 

Hertfordshire Futures encourages residents, business owners, employers, and community partners to take part in this important consultation. Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping how local services are delivered and governed in the years ahead.

How to Take Part

Read the proposals: on the LGR microsite
Respond to the consultation: via the online portal on GOV.UK
Closing date: 11:59pm, 26 March 2026