News

2024

Free Business Support Programme for Huntingdonshire Businesses

HDC launches new programme to support entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses

Community Planting at Huntingdon Riverside Park

Join us on 15 March from 10.30am at Riverside Park, Huntingdon

Council Budget 2024/25

The new financial plan sets out how the council will balance its budget

Community Tree Planting in Sapley

Community Tree Planting Day is scheduled for Thursday 15 February.

Shop Front Grant Scheme Extended to St Neots and Ramsey

The Shop Front Grant Scheme is being extended to St Neots and Ramsey town centres

Green Recovery Project Launched in St Neots

Focusing on Paxton Pits Nature Reserve

37 Community Spaces Now Available After District Council Awards 5 Community Chest Grants

Read about our community spaces and how you can get involved

Huntingdonshire Appoints New Corporate Director

Mike Gildersleeves as the new Corporate Director for Place

St Neots Town Centre Improvement Project Commences

Creating an attractive and versatile public realm space

Huntingdon Awarded District’s First Community Biodiversity Grant

The award will support a broader environmental initiative at Coneygear Park

2023

District Council Approves New Council Tax Support Scheme

It will support families, carers, and applicants who receive a disability benefit

Huntingdonshire Launches Local List Consultation

We want to hear from you!

Garden Waste Subscription Service Early Bird Discount Now Available  

Sign up before 31 January 2024 for an early bird discount

Plans For The Priory Centre Unveiled

Residents invited to attend these sessions to gather valuable opinions

Huntingdonshire District Council Opens Next Round of CIL Funding

Set to close on 22 January 2024

Huntingdonshire District Council Hosts a Weekend of Climate Conversation Events

The event featured sustainable activities and information on recording local biodiversity

Council Tackles Anti-Social Behaviour in Huntingdon

Enhancing the overall safeguarding of Huntingdon

Have Your Say on Which District Council Priorities Are Important to You

Have your say and complete the survey

HDC Launches Community Grant to Boost Biodiversity

Grant launched to promote biodiversity and strengthen local communities

Huntingdonshire District Council Climbs Climate Action Rankings

We are dedicated to creating a sustainable future for our community

Allia Teams Up with Cambridgeshire Partners to Launch Green Business Programme

Partnership project aims to support local businesses reduce their carbon footprint and more

Join Huntingdonshire’s Climate Conversation

What we can do to take on climate action and support nature

Play Area Improvements Across Huntingdonshire

Read about the improvements to play areas in Huntingdon and St Neots

District Council Approves Extension of Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for Dog Control

Huntingdonshire District Council agrees to extend the Dog Control Public Space Protection Order (PSPO)

Council Rolls Out Health Prevention Physical Activity Courses

Free physical activity courses to help prevent cardiovascular disease and frailty

Council Launches Review of Polling Districts and Polling Stations

Have your say on polling districts and polling stations

Industrial Action Called Off as Agreement is Reached

Council services will be operating as normal

District Council Prepared for Industrial Action as Most Services Continue

What you need to know about the possible industrial action

Swimming Pool Support Fund

The closing date for applications is 17 October 2023

Free Business Support and Grant Funding Competition Launched via UKSPF

Jumpstart aims to help start-up businesses move forward with confidence

Possible Industrial Action for District Council Staff

HDC preparing for planned industrial action on 6 October 2023

HDC First to Launch Dedicated Manufacturing Fund

HDC awards £280,000 of funding to the manufacturing sector

Cabinet Members Approve New Garden Waste Subscription Service

Fortnightly garden waste subscription service that will come into effect in April 2024

Investment in Hinchingbrooke Country Park Plans Published

The plans will be available to view and comment on until 7 September 2023

Industrial Action Suspended

Latest information on industrial action

Further Possible Industrial Action for Some District Council Staff

HDC preparing for further planned industrial action by some staff

Council Prepared for Industrial Action as Most Services Continue

Industrial action due to take place Monday 21 to Friday 25 August

Possible Industrial Action for Some District Council Staff

UNISON union intend to start industrial action from 21 - 25 August 2023

New Sports Facility Strategies for Huntingdonshire district

New Sports Facility Strategies for Huntingdonshire district

Have Your Say on Dog Control Public Space Protection Order Proposal

Responses need to be made by 28 August 2023.

District Council Announces Recycling Poster Competition Winners

Around 200 young people took part in the competition!

Huntingdonshire Begin Roll Out of Community Health Prevention Project

Find out more about the new physical activity opportunities

Garden Waste Subscription Service - Call-In

The decision by Cabinet Members to agree to the introduction of a garden waste subscription service has been called-in

Huntingdonshire Parks Awarded Green Flag Status

Flying the flag for the sixth year in a row!

Have Your Say on a New Council Tax Support Scheme 2024/25

Responses need to be made by 10 September 2023

District Council Appoints Permanent Chief Executive

Huntingdonshire District Council confirmed the appointment of Michelle Sacks

Cllr Conboy Address - State of the District

Achievements in the District from the last 12 months

Huntingdonshire District Council Publishes St Neots Town Centre Improvement Designs

View the final detailed designs!

Garden Waste Subscription Service

Proposals of a fortnightly garden waste subscription service

Swimming Pool Support Funds

Fund launched by Sport England to help operators with utility costs

Huntingdonshire District Council Launches Shop Front Grant Scheme

The grants can be used to support local businesses to repair and improve their shop fronts

Don't Lose Your Vote - Residents in Huntingdonshire Urged to Check Voter Registration Details

Check your electoral registration details or risk losing the chance to vote

Training Course for Personal Licence Qualification (BID Huntingdon First and HBAC)

BID Huntingdon First and HBAC are offering a one-day personal licensing course to businesses in Huntingdon

Huntingdonshire District Council Launches Electric Vehicle Charge Points Survey

Residents are encouraged to complete the survey before midnight on Sunday 9 July

Huntingdonshire District Council Launches Recycling Poster Competition

We are calling all young artists to take part in a recycling poster competition

Huntingdonshire District Council Supports Youth Mental Health Project in Brampton

Brampton Hub has been awarded £7,250 to tackle young people's mental health issues

Huntingdonshire Households Urged Not to Miss Out on Financial Support for Energy Bills

Act fast before the deadline of 31 May 2023

HDC Supports HCG to Introduce After-School Club and Employment Opportunities

Huntingdonshire Community Group initiates Health Inequalities Project

Issues Paper Consultation for Local Plan Launched

Have your say on the next stage of the development of the new Local Plan

Huntingdonshire Residents Receive £400 Energy Bill Support Alternative Funding

More households will receive this payment - check if you're eligible