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St Albans Council Chief leaves to lead Youth Hostels Association
James Blake, the Chief Executive of St Albans City and District Council, is to start a new job this July as Chief Executive of YHA (England and Wales).
CCTV success
CCTV surveillance in St Albans has recently led to the arrest of suspected shoplifters, robbers, cash machine fraudsters and a drink driver.
Home project underway
A sheltered housing scheme in St Albans is to be redeveloped to create 40 modern homes for people who need the assistance of carers.
St Albans taxi driver suspended after complaints
St Albans City and District Council has suspended a hackney carriage driver’s licence for 12 months after receiving public and police complaints about his driving.
Mayor’s Pride Awards honour community stars
A cyclist who inspires women to take to two wheels for fun and St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust are among Mayor’s Pride Award winners in 2017.
St Albans Clock Tower opens to visitors on Easter weekend
The Mayor will be the first to climb 93 steps to the top of St Albans Clock Tower after opening it up for the new visitor season.
Concern for pubs
Residents of St Albans have been urged to sign a petition calling for a reduction in the new business rates for pubs.
Action to protect key business space
Plans to protect key business and office space in the St Albans District from being converted into flats and houses are to go out for consultation.