‘Five council’ proposal launches public consultation
25 June 2025
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Residents, businesses and local organisations are being asked to share their views on the future of councils in Essex.
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Bold reimagining of Pride and Prejudice comes to Chelmsford Theatre
A bold but true-to-story reimagining of Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice is coming to Chelmsford Theatre this autumn.
North Essex Councils join forces to address housing crisis in the county
Housing summit aims to find solutions to affordability and homelessness issues in Essex
February half term fun around Chelmsford
Need inspiration for things to do with your family this February half term? Here is a list of wonderful events coming up in Chelmsford.
Transport Safety Officers to enhance safety on Chelmsford’s trains and buses
Chelmsford City Council has introduced Transport Safety Officers on public transport and at the city’s transport hub.
‘Outstanding’ partnerships praised as Chelmsford awarded 11th Purple Flag
Chelmsford has received a Purple Flag for its night-time economy for an 11th year in a row, with praise for the coordination of its services
First Essex Global Summit to be held this May
The Essex Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with Chelmsford City Council, will hold their first Essex Global Summit at Hylands on 22 May.
Chelmsford celebrates voluntary sector with charity update event and awards
On Tuesday 30 January Chelmsford Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) held its Charity Update and Networking Meeting in Chelmsford Cathedral.
Walk and Talk: Concrete Canvas Trail
Join us for a charity walk bringing together art, culture, health, and wellbeing on Thursday 1 February in Chelmsford city centre.
Chelmsford panto raises £3.7k for mayor’s charity YMCA
Chelmsford Theatre’s 2023 panto, Jack and the Beanstalk, raised a staggering £3,734 for The Mayor of Chelmsford’s charity, YMCA Essex.
Tipping point reached as council balances 2024/25 budget
Council warns that without more Government funding, 2024/25 is the last time the its finances can be balanced without changes to services.
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