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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Free family cycling day will celebrate RideLondon-Essex
To celebrate RideLondon-Essex returning to Chelmsford this month, a Family Cycling Taster Day on Sunday 26 May in Central Park.
Welcoming the new Mayor of Chelmsford 2024–2025
Councillor Janette Potter has been elected Mayor of Chelmsford for 2024–25, with Councillor Susan Sullivan elected Deputy Mayor.
Mayor of Chelmsford marks end of mayoral term 2023–24
Councillor Linda Mascot’s term as Mayor of Chelmsford has come to an end.
Chelmsford Museum awarded Dementia Friendly accreditation
Chelmsford Museum has been awarded the status of Inclusive Dementia Community Venue by the Chelmsford District Inclusive Dementia Community.
Mayor of Chelmsford honours committed volunteers at awards ceremony
The Mayor of Chelmsford has presented Awards and Commendations for Outstanding Voluntary Contribution to local people.
Hylands Estate awarded Gold Green Tourism Accreditation
Hylands Estate in Chelmsford has been awarded Gold status in the Green Tourism and Green Meetings accreditation programme.
Planning talking points: calming the waters
How the city council factors in flood risk and mitigation measures when creating and reviewing its Local Plan.
Your opportunity to shape Chelmsford’s future growth
Starting Wednesday 8 May, you can have your say as the council starts its next round of public consultation on the draft Local Plan.
Sarah Perry champions book festival and launches novel inspired by Chelmsford
Multi-award-winning Essex writer, Sarah Perry, marked the release of her latest book, Enlightenment, at Waterstones in Chelmsford last week.
Giving nature on our doorsteps space to thrive
Parts of the 1,700 acres of grassland managed by the city council will be cut less frequently to create more space to thrive for nature.
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