Council Business
Changes to Hertfordshire councils confirmed
The government has announced its decision on the future of Hertfordshire’s councils as part of its Local Government Reorganisation programme.
Published: 16 July 2026
From April 2028, the existing 11 county, district and borough councils across Hertfordshire will be replaced by four unitary authorities.
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council will form part of the new Central Hertfordshire Council.
Nothing is changing for now; the services we deliver will continue as normal. Behind the scenes, we will be working closely with the other Hertfordshire councils to lay the groundwork for the new authorities. We will share further updates over the coming weeks and months as more details are confirmed.
Find out more about the government’s preferred option and the timeline for the reorganisation programme by visiting www.hertfordshire-lgr.co.uk
Read our full press release: https://one.welhat.gov.uk/…/government-announces-four…