'Just right' option proposed for five councils in Essex
2 September 2025
Corporate Communications
Local councils across Essex, including Chelmsford, are set to debate a widely supported, ‘just right’ proposal for their own reorganisation.
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Proposed changes to Chelmsford Local Development Scheme
Chelmsford City Council is considering an update to the document which sets out the process and timetable for preparing its Local Plan.
New Chelmsford strategy sets out plans to tackle homelessness
Chelmsford City Council has unveiled a new five-year plan to reduce homelessness and rough sleeping across the district.
Royal Shakespeare Company’s The Constant Wife is coming to Chelmsford Theatre
Chelmsford Theatre is set to receive a production from internationally esteemed theatre company, the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Give your views on the public consultation process for planning matters in Chelmsford
A consultation opens to review the strategy that sets out how the community can have their voices heard in local planning matters.
New interactive children’s exhibition to explore the imagination of Oi Frog! author Kes Gray
A new family-friendly exhibition at the Museum of Chelmsford this autumn will explore the works of bestselling children’s author, Kes Gray.
New social club for Chelmsford women to meet and connect
Chelmsford City Council’s On Your Team initiative aims to combat loneliness and improve mental health.
New cycling facility officially opens in central Chelmsford
Tower Gardens’ Cycle Skills Circuit has been officially opened by the Deputy Mayor of Chelmsford.
Chelmsford Theatre launches children’s competition to record panto welcome lines
The theatre’s Voice of Panto competition has returned, giving children the opportunity to write and record panto pre-show announcements.
Hundreds of local children enjoy healthy food demonstrations at Picnic in the Park 2025
Picnic in the Park has become a staple in the summer holiday schedule for Chelmsford, and this year it was more entertaining than ever!
Radio 2 to broadcast shows from Chelmsford in the run up to Radio 2 in the Park
As Hylands Park prepares to host Radio 2 in the Park, several BBC Radio 2 events are set to broadcast live from Chelmsford this September.
