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Herts supply teacher banned for violence, racism and threats against pupils

Anton Van Der Watt worked through the Hertfordshire-based agency Simply Education.

Supply teacher Anton Van Der Watt banned by Teaching Regulation Agency for racist comments, threats and violence against pupils at a school in 2025.

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Arrests made as Supreme Court begins hearing appeal against Palestine Action ban

The UK’s highest court is hearing an appeal against the ban on Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws.

Hertfordshire County Council rejected a call in for its Council of Sanctuary status

Hertfordshire sanctuary status plans can proceed after councillors reject call-in

Hertfordshire County Council can progress towards Council of Sanctuary status after councillors rejected a call-in over costs, consultation and procedure.

The scheme comprises 51 one-bedroom apartments, 76 two-bedroom apartments and one three-bedroom apartment.

128 affordable homes open at former Roche site in Welwyn Garden City

A major new affordable housing development has officially opened in Welwyn Garden City.

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