MPs support ‘most credible’ five-council proposal
13 October 2025
Corporate Communications
MPs across the political spectrum are backing a proposal for five new unitary authorities that keeps decision making close to residents.
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Chelmsford city centre could have its own council
The city centre is the last area of Chelmsford without a parish-tier council but that could change following a new consultation.
Museum of Chelmsford awarded major grant from UK Museum Renewal Fund
The Museum of Chelmsford has received a significant grant from the UK Museum Renewal Fund.
Free tree giveaway for Chelmsford residents returns for 2025
Chelmsford City Council’s popular tree giveaway is back for its third year, offering residents the chance to claim one of 1,200 free trees.
Ways to access new Beaulieu Park station revealed ahead of opening
Train users can begin planning journeys to and from Beaulieu Park as fares and travel options to Chelmsford's new station are revealed.
Upgraded payment system coming to Chelmsford City Council multi-storey car parks
Multi-storey car parks will soon be equipped with ANPR and True Blue validation technology, improving customer experience across the board.
Majority of Council Leaders in Essex back keeping 'local government as local as possible’
Ten council Leaders in Essex, have demonstrated their joint public support for the creation of five new unitary authorities across Essex.
Chelmsford residents urged to renew their postal votes
People who registered to vote by post before 31 October 2023 must now reapply for their postal vote.
Chelmsford Market staff named ‘Team of the Year’ by NABMA
Chelmsford Market was awarded Small Market Team of the Year at the NABMA Market Awards 2025.
New Chelmsford strategy sets out plans to tackle homelessness
Chelmsford City Council has unveiled a new five-year plan to reduce homelessness and rough sleeping across the district.
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