The statement of accounts will not be audited on account of that authority’s self-certified status as exempt, unless either a request for an opportunity to question the auditor about the authority’s accounting records under section 26(2) or an objection under section 27(1) of the Act, results in the involvement of the local auditor.
Denise Anderson
Clerk and RFO Aspenden Parish Council
National Emergency Briefing Screening – 24 June, 7.30pm at Seth Ward Community Centre (Bunters Suite)
The National Emergency Briefing was an event that took place in London last year, hosted by Chris Packham, and featured climate scientists and experts from other fields sharing an honest account of the changes that are happening with climate and nature, including the latest evidence on extreme weather, food security, health and the cost of living and what the implications are for everyday life in the UK.
Councillor Sue Nicholls is hosting a screening of the film (as local councillor and chair of the Buntingford Community Project) based on the event. Following the 50 minute screening, there will be an open discussion about the issues raised and what the changes might mean for the future of our local community. Also, an opportunity to discuss what we can all do, both individually and collectively, to help make a difference. Chris Hinchliff MP will be attending the event and it is hoped that Ben Crystall, leader of East Herts Council will also be able to attend.
Tickets are free and available at the following link.
https://www.tickettailor.com/…/buntingfordcommu…/2153077
You can also find a map which includes details of all planned screenings across the UK here https://www.nebriefing.org/screening-map
The Aspenden ANNUAL PARISH MEETING will be held on Tuesday 26th May 2026 at 7.00pm in The Fox.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Local Nature Recovery Scheme ‘encourages each area of the country, shire, local council, to do what they can to encourage and promote nature and biodiversity in villages and gardens’.
To support this initiative Councillor Stuart Chambers has planted a wild flower area on Aspenden Village Green consisting of: Cornflower, Poppy, Yellow Rattle, Archangel, Birdsfoot Treefoil, Red & White Campion, Ox Eye Daisy and Heavens Gate Pansy.
We look forward to seeing both the flowers and wildlife they will attract over the summer period.
Wild Flower Planting area on Aspenden Village Green
For further details about the Fete, Volunteers, Stall Holders and Sponsorship please see the attached letter.
Aspenden Parish Council note that the recent works to address the flooding have certainly improved the situation on the wider Village Green but are aware that the Children’s Playground area is still being impacted by flooding in periods of heavy rain.
The issue is being investigated and the Parish Council is awaiting a report that will hopefully provide some guidance as to how the issue can be solved.
The Government has launched their statutory consultation on Hertfordshire’s proposals for the future of local government in our county.
They are seeking views on the options for two, three or four new unitary councils submitted in a single proposal by all Hertfordshire Councils on 28 November. You can find the proposal on the Hertfordshire LGR microsite.
In addition to consulting with all Hertfordshire Councils, the Government will engage directly with a range of stakeholders they have identified as statutory consultees. The list of these stakeholders and details of the consultation are published here: Proposals for local government reorganisation in Hertfordshire – GOV.UK
We are proud to have worked collaboratively as local authorities across the county, and with the Police and Crime Commissioner, to consider the evidence and options for the future. This is continuing as we encourage residents, colleagues, and local partners to have their say. We are promoting the consultation through our communications channels and paper copies of the consultation and proposals will be available in all Hertfordshire libraries and councils’ headquarters.
Please take the time to give the Government your views, promote the consultation through your own networks and encourage people to take part. The consultation will run for seven weeks until 26 March. The Government will consider the evidence before making a final decision in the summer.
Engagement with you and our residents has enabled Hertfordshire’s diverse communities to help shape the proposals and guide our decisions throughout this process to date. We will continue to draw on your knowledge and expertise as we prioritise delivery of our good and outstanding services while continuing to develop our transition planning to ensure the new councils are safe, legal and have a good start from day one in April 2028.
