An entire generation was almost wiped out when 150,000 tonnes of coal waste slid down the hillside before engulfing Pantglas Junior School in 1966.

Watford consults on renewing town centre alcohol ban, with PSPO targeting anti-social behaviour and public drinking; residents can respond until November 4.

Watford Remembrance Sunday events take place on November 8, with a Peace Memorial service, wreath-laying, silence and WWI Tommy silhouettes planned.

Hertfordshire County Council has confirmed the Abbey Line could eventually be replaced by a “trackless tram” service between Watford and St Albans.