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Find out the latest news from Chelmsford City Council.

High-status Iron Age burials discovered in Chelmsford reveal early links to Roman Empire

A 2,000-year-old cemetery has been discovered in Chelmsford by archaeologists from Archaeology South-East.

Chelmsford City Council wins planning appeal to prevent new warehouse development

An independent planning inspector has rejected plans for a large warehouse development adjacent to junction 17 of the A12, near Howe Green.

New housing scheme delivers 24 affordable homes in Chelmsford

A development designed to offer only affordable housing, has welcomed its first residents.

Tickets on sale for State Fayre 2027 at Hylands Park

Early bird tickets are on sale for State Fayre 2027 following an incredible debut weekend at Hylands Park last month.

Council advised not to create new parish area over potential loss of city status

Plans to ask residents of central Chelmsford if they would like a parish council are recommended to go no further.

Additional police patrols announced for Chelmsford city centre this summer

Chelmsford City Council and Essex Police are joint-funding extra police patrols in the city centre this July, August and September.

Look up! New works of art to transform two city centre areas

Chelmsford City Council has launched a new public art commission to create two permanent pieces in the city centre.

Final phase of Chelmsford Garden Community given the green light

Chelmsford City Council’s Planning Committee has approved the final planning, marking a significant milestone for this exemplar development.

Local volunteers take part in Chelmsford’s Big River Clean Up

The Chelmsford community came together on Saturday 27 June to volunteer at this year’s Big River Clean Up.

Choose a new design for the Ruskin Road play area

The children's playground in Ruskin Road is being replaced, and local people can vote for one of three new designs before 10 July.

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