Elections coming up in Essex on Thursday 7 May 2026
27 March 2026
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Two Notices of Election have been published today ahead of the Essex County Council elections and a Chelmsford City Council by-election
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Candidate lists for Essex County Council election and Broomfield and the Walthams by-election in Chelmsford
A full list of Chelmsford candidates standing in the upcoming elections has been published today.
By Royal Appointment comes to Chelmsford Theatre
A play inspired by the real-life relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and her long-term dressmaker is set to come to Chelmsford.
What’s on in Chelmsford over the school holidays
There are plenty of brilliant family-friendly activities to keep kids and adults entertained this Easter. Here’s our round-up of what's on.
Chelmsford to celebrate women’s sports with cricket T20 event
Chelmsford City Council is holding a community event to celebrate the women’s cricket T20 coming to our city this May.
Chelmsford Theatre welcomes Aquabridge Law as first corporate partner
Chelmsford Theatre has confirmed local law firm Aquabridge Law as its first corporate partner.
Chelmsford to join Brentwood, Maldon and part of Essex CC to form new unitary authority
The Government has announced the formation of a new 'mid-Essex' council from April 2028 as part of local government reorganisation in Essex.
Chelmsford Theatre supports young people to explore careers in the arts
Chelmsford Theatre has joined up with local partners to bring opportunities to young people to discover careers in the arts.
Chelmsford businesses awarded new funding to support inclusive employment
The Learning Disabilities and Autism Business Grant supports employers to create job opportunities for people with additional needs.
Get Better in Chelmsford supporting more local businesses in 2026/27
Chelmsford’s business community is to benefit from an expanded year of support as Get Better in Chelmsford prepares to return for 2026/27.
Council launches new low-cost women’s-only sport and activity sessions
Chelmsford City Council has re-launched Women Time, a scheme providing low-cost women’s-only sport and activity sessions in the district.
