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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Tree planted to honour mayor’s year in office
A tree has been planted by Councillor Jannetta Sosin to commemorate her year in office as the Mayor of Chelmsford.
Chelmsford’s night-time economy celebrated with 13th consecutive Purple Flag
Chelmsford has been awarded Purple Flag status for the 13th consecutive year, thanks to its varied, vibrant and safe night-time experience.
New film ‘A Poem for Chelmsford’ celebrates our city through local voices
Chelmsford City Council has launched a new, short video celebrating the city of Chelmsford.
Have your say on Boreham Neighbourhood Plan
Chelmsford City Council has begun a public consultation on a draft Neighbourhood Plan for Boreham.
Marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2026
Residents are invited to join Chelmsford Jewish Community for a Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration on Thursday 29 January.
Council closes budget gap to put finances on even keel
Chelmsford City Council has closed its gap for 2026/27 thanks to more demand for paid services and a better-than-expected Government grant.
Chelmsford ready to help with county elections if they go ahead
Chelmsford City Council has written to the Government to support this year’s Essex County Council elections going ahead as scheduled.
It’s time to renew your garden waste collection
Chelmsford residents are being reminded to renew or subscribe for garden waste collections ahead of the beginning of the subscription year.
Have your say on new councils in Essex by Sunday 11 January
Residents, businesses, and other organisations have until Sunday 11 Jan to take part in a consultation on future councils in Essex.
Chelmsford’s 2026 panto on sale following a spectacular year for the theatre
Chelmsford's 2026 pantomime, Cinderella, is on sale following another great year for Chelmsford Theatre.
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