People across Hertfordshire are asked if road closures and restrictions introduced during the pandemic should remain.

Pedestrian areas and outdoor seating for cafes and restaurants gave some areas a more continental feel.

The relaxation of rules during the pandemic has made it much easier for cafes and restaurants to set up tables and chairs outside, with many hospitality members wanting to keep it that way.

Hertfordshire County Council has started a public consultation on whether town centers should revert to their pre-COVID disposition or whether they prefer the more pedestrian and more pavement-friendly environments that have resulted from the changes. The board is keen to hear as many voices as possible.