As things change, so do we in the Heritage Advice Service. Claire Pudney, our HAS Manager, explains more about our updated Modern Design Principles in line with changing times.

There are an estimated one million volunteer trustees/governors in the United Kingdom. Pam Burn speaks about how volunteering is at the heart of Letchworth's community.

Suzy Holding, Project Manager of the Letchworth based charity, Best Before Café, speaks to us this Volunteers Week about how important it is to volunteer.

Our Governor John Coling tells us about the shops, cafes and restaurants that have become firm favourites during lockdown and how he is looking forward to shopping local more often.

Our Chairman, Pam Burn explains how we can help those in India, reminding us to show concern and compassion for those who have not been as fortunate as us to have access to good healthcare.

Head of Charitable Projects and Partnerships, Alastair Stewart, tells us the results of the first committee meeting of 2021 following the introduction of the new grant programme; Communities Looking Forward.

As part of the Shop Local campaign, Jane Fae writes about the art of mooching around her favourite places in town while bagging a bargain.

In early February 2021, we announced that we were signing up for the government’s Kickstart programme to support local young people in finding work and gaining useful work experience. Our Chief Executive Graham Fisher tells us more about why supporting young people is more important than ever and how other Letchworth businesses can play their part.

This week is national Trustees’ Week, an annual event which showcases the great work that trustees do. It also highlights opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference. Pam Burn gives us insight into being a trustee.

One day into lockdown, Khoi Khoi Bar and Vino completely transformed its operational strategy so that it could continue serving the local community. Read more about how owner Herbie has taken the business to new heights.