Waste and Recycling Collections – Bank Holiday Change

Because of the Bank Holiday on Monday 25 August, all kerbside waste and recycling collections will take place one day later than usual between Monday 25 and Friday 29 August. Collections will return to normal from Monday 1 September.

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About Hertsmere Borough Council

Our Vision

Delivering Better Futures — for our communities, our places, and through the services we provide.

Our Values

  • Respect — for each other, our communities, and our environment.
  • Integrity — being honest, accountable, and acting in the public interest.
  • Making a Difference — through action, innovation, and compassion.

About the Borough

Located in south Hertfordshire, just outside London, Hertsmere is a borough rich in diversity, culture, and opportunity. Home to around 109,000 residents, our communities are vibrant, resilient, and proud of where they live. With excellent transport links, green spaces, and a strong local economy — including film and creative industries — Hertsmere is a unique and exciting place to live and work.

View our Corporate Plan.

Read our Peer Challenge Position Statement.

A short film produced to celebrate 50 years of Hertsmere Borough Council! We speak to members of our local community to find out what they think makes Hertsmere such a great place to live and work.
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