'Just right' option proposed for five councils in Essex
2 September 2025
Corporate Communications
Local councils across Essex, including Chelmsford, are set to debate a widely supported, ‘just right’ proposal for their own reorganisation.
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New floodlights installed at skate park
Chelmsford skateboarders can now enjoy the skate ramps at Central Park well into the evening with new floodlights.
Chelmsford Museum café wins prestigious tourism award
The Hive Café at Chelmsford Museum has won a prestigious award from VisitEngland.
Pop-up covid vaccine centre at Chelmsford City Racecourse
More covid vaccine appointment slots are being made available at Chelmsford City Racecourse over the weekend of 18 – 19 December.
Tree planting to commemorate Mayor’s year in office
An English Oak tree has been planted to honour Councillor Jude Deakin’s time as Mayor of Chelmsford.
ARU students to help curb violence against women
Students from ARU will play a key role in helping to reduce violence towards women and girls in Chelmsford, thanks to a new partnership.
Neighbourhood plans for SWF and Writtle approved
Chelmsford City Council has formally adopted the Neighbourhood Plans for South Woodham Ferrers and Writtle.
Specsavers customers advised to get tested following outbreak of Omicron variant
Visitors to the Chelmsford High Street branch of Specsavers are advised to take a COVID test following positive cases of Omicron.
Scheme encourages developers to support wellbeing
Developers in Chelmsford can be recognised for their commitment to health and wellbeing through a new accreditation scheme.
New accommodation for Chelmsford homeless this Christmas
Chelmsford City Council has worked with local homelessness charity CHESS to increase bedspaces from 32 to 66.
Chelmsford leads day of action for safer streets
Eight agencies joined forces on 25 Nov in a day of action to make a ‘creepy’ area of Chelmsford safer for all – particularly women and girls
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