Elections coming up in Essex on Thursday 7 May 2026
27 March 2026
Corporate Communications
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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Play in the Park is back!
Play in the Park is back this summer and there are some awesome free activities available for your children!
Find inspiration and marbles on Chelmsford’s high street
After the last 18 months we’ve had, we could do with some joy and inspiration in our lives, and you can find exactly that in Chelmsford.
Council staff ask drivers to be careful as badly injured deer runs into building
Chelmsford City Council staff were shocked this morning when a badly-hurt deer ran into the customer services reception.
Memorial garden for Hanbury family re-opens in Chelmsford’s Hylands Park
A memorial garden has been restored in Chelmsford’s Hylands Park giving residents of all ages a place for quiet reflection.
Next steps for Hylands Estate parking plans
Plans to introduce charges at Hylands Estate’s car parks are entering their next phase with a proposed Traffic Regulation Order.
Young people to be empowered by anti-violence monument’s Chelmsford visit
Chelmsford is launching an innovative programme of events to support the arrival of a huge anti-violence sculpture this September.
City Council by-election results for Writtle
On Thursday 1 July, the residents of Writtle voted in Andrew George Thorpe-Apps of the Conservative Party as their new City Councillor.
City Talk: Ruby Violet on opening up and Chelmsford’s LGBTQ+ scene
Garry Patrick, who's performed as drag queen Ruby Violet at various venues, contacted City Life to chat about the LGBTQ scene in Chelmsford.
Explore Chelmsford on your bike
There is no better excuse to get on your bike than British summertime!
Chelmsford Mayor invites you to virtual civic service
The Mayor of Chelmsford would like to warmly invite everyone to watch the civic service being streamed online on Monday 28 June.
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