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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Mental health club positively impacts Chelmsford residents
With You In Mind provides social activity sessions for adults to support their wellbeing and mental health.
Litter is no small problem
Giant sculptures of litter have arrived in Chelmsford as part of an anti-litter campaign to highlight that ‘litter is no small problem’.
Sir Grayson Perry’s ‘Alien Baby’ acquired by Chelmsford Museum
Chelmsford Museum has acquired one of Sir Grayson Perry’s ‘Alien Baby’ sculptures.
Chelmsford Theatre wins accessibility award for going the ‘extra mile’
Chelmsford Theatre has received an award to acknowledge them going ‘above and beyond in their support for blind/partially sighted people’.
Chelmsford’s creative community comes together to make their voices heard
Ignite Chelmsford, a network of local creatives formed in 2017, has revised its objectives and developed a new Action Plan.
Chelmsford Theatre launches dementia reminiscence workshop
Chelmsford Theatre has launched a free drama-based reminiscence workshop for people with early onset dementia.
Have your say on Chelmsford’s cycling and walking routes
A survey has been launched by Essex County Council asking Chelmsford residents for their views on proposed cycling and walking networks.
Female-led shows coming to Chelmsford Theatre this Autumn
Chelmsford Theatre is set to welcome a number of exceptional female acts this Autumn, from the Scummy Mummies to Rachel Fairburn.
Neighbourhood Plan voted in by Little Baddow residents
The residents of Little Baddow have voted in favour of a proposed plan for their local area in a referendum.
Impact of Safer Streets projects felt across Chelmsford
Recent data shows crime has fallen by over 20% in Trinity and The Lawns. The two wards are home to the Chelmer Valley Local Nature Reserve.
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