Councils pay tribute to Chelmsford councillor
22 April 2026
Corporate Communications
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Councillor Mike Mackrory.
News
Find out the latest news from Chelmsford City Council.
Budding young performers invited to audition for Cinderella at Chelmsford Theatre
Chelmsford Theatre is looking for talented children aged 9 to 15 to star in this year’s magical family pantomime, Cinderella.
Candidate lists for Essex County Council election and Broomfield and the Walthams by-election in Chelmsford
A full list of Chelmsford candidates standing in the upcoming elections has been published today.
Elections coming up in Essex on Thursday 7 May 2026
Two Notices of Election have been published today ahead of the Essex County Council elections and a Chelmsford City Council by-election
Chelmsford Theatre welcomes Aquabridge Law as first corporate partner
Chelmsford Theatre has confirmed local law firm Aquabridge Law as its first corporate partner.
Chelmsford to join Brentwood, Maldon and part of Essex CC to form new unitary authority
The Government has announced the formation of a new 'mid-Essex' council from April 2028 as part of local government reorganisation in Essex.
Chelmsford Theatre supports young people to explore careers in the arts
Chelmsford Theatre has joined up with local partners to bring opportunities to young people to discover careers in the arts.
Chelmsford businesses awarded new funding to support inclusive employment
The Learning Disabilities and Autism Business Grant supports employers to create job opportunities for people with additional needs.
Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts to expand Chelmsford offer following successful pilot programme
Chelmsford Theatre and Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts have announced an expanded education programme for 2026/27.
New grant scheme to support Chelmsford’s urban businesses
Chelmsford City Council is launching a new Urban Business Grant scheme to help support small businesses across the district’s urban areas.
