'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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River boat ride adventures set sail from Chelmsford city centre
Newly launched boat trips are now running through the city centre for the public to enjoy.
Planning application notifications change from September
Chelmsford City Council is updating how it lets people know about planning applications in the city, making it easier and fairer.
Action taken on Saturday for a safer Chelmsford
On Saturday 21 August, council officers, police and the High Sheriff worked together in a Night of Action to keep the city centre safe.
£5,000 grants available to Chelmsford businesses
Business grants of £5,000 are available for Chelmsford businesses making adaptations to make their business covid-secure.
Nominations open for new youth awards as part of Knife Angel’s visit
An exciting new youth awards is coming to Chelmsford and nominations are already open.
Ping! Five new table-tennis tables come to Chelmsford
The City Council has joined up with Ping! to bring five new table-tennis tables to Chelmsford, making a total of 19 across the city.
Discover our parks today
The City Council has released a magical new video about our parks and the people who love them.
Bookings to open for vintage afternoon tea at Hylands Estate
Earlier this year we brought you the story that afternoon teas would be coming to Hylands House. Well, it’s almost time to get booking.
Be careful what you let in
Bars are open and everyone's keen to get back to enjoying Chelmsford’s excellent nightlife. But there’s a dark side to evenings out for some
Explore Chelmsford’s new family cycle rides
Chelmsford City Council has released a set of all-new family-friendly cycle rides for the local community.
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