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Council staff have been been recognised for their roles in saving the lives of two Chelmsford residents who suffered cardiac arrests.
A major refurbishment and remodelling project has been confirmed for Dovedale Sports Centre, with work set to begin in June.
Chelmsford’s Purple Flag status has been renewed for the 12th consecutive year, with a nod to the city council's work in addressing VAWG.
The Real Deal is endorsed by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute and national industry groups NABMA and NMTF.
District councils from across Essex have joined together to support the Let's SCRAP Fly Tipping campaign.
A Chelmsford City Council project has won a prestigious national award, in recognition of its impact in empowering young people.
Chelmsford City Council has received two RSPCA awards, recognising its continuous efforts to provide exceptional animal welfare services.
Chelmsford City Council has been working with girls and gender diverse young people to make our green spaces more appealing to them.
Free training shows residents how to safety step in if they see women in uncomfortable, threatening, dehumanising or distressing situations.
24 March 2025
Molly Smith