Hitchin-based Willmott Dixon has landed the prestigious £55m task of redeveloping the Hertfordshire Constabulary head offices.

The work will involve demolishing 11 of the 1960s-era buildings at the site to make way for a new 9,000 sq m building for more than 600 operational staff.

Stewart Brundell, managing director of Willmott Dixon in North London and Northern Homes Counties said: "We are delighted to be working alongside Hertfordshire Constabulary to deliver their new headquarters.

"As a proud Hertfordshire-based company, it is fantastic to be starting on site to provide a new facility for our county's police force.

"This project follows on from our successful delivery of the Bedfordshire Police's new custody suite.

"The new HQ will provide Hertfordshire Constabulary's people with a sustainable, flexible working environment which can be utilised for police and community groups as well."

The building in Welwyn GC, designed by Vincent & Gorbing Associates, is said to reduce running costs and provide a new home for services including the major crime unit, victim services and the dog unit, along with the senior leadership team and operational support staff.

The building is expected to be completed by the summer of 2026.