Cllr Richard Short
(Local Councillor for Callowland and County Councillor for North Watford)
Richard Short better known as Shorty has lived in Watford all his life and is passionate about his home town and continuing to make it a safe and clean place to live.
He won back to back elections firstly in 2024 as a Watford BC Councillor and then in May 2025 when he was elected to Hertfordshire County Council.
He has worked in the Office Supplies industry for 40 years and was also the match day compare at both Watford FC and for the Football Association at Wembley Stadium. He is seen daily litter picking with his dog, Truffle, around the area including Callowland Rec.
Email: richard.short@watford.gov.uk
