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Find out the latest news from Chelmsford City Council.

Essex County Council Springfield Division election results

Richard Lee of the Liberal Democrats has been elected as councillor for the Springfield Division of Essex County Council.

Chelmsford Theatre launches new Coval Lane Studios facility to support local creative communities

A new community space in Chelmsford’s West End will increase access to performing arts facilities for groups in Chelmsford and Mid Essex.

The Friends of Hylands House celebrate 30 years

The Friends of Hylands House are marking 3 decades of voluntary work to support the restoration and improvement of the historic estate.

CSAC welcomes Essex Disabled Sports Foundation

Melbourne's sports centre hosted the annual Sports Experience Day, welcoming children from across Essex and some VIP guests.

Chelmsford City Council submits Local Plan to the Government for examination

Following submission on Friday 5 June 2026, the Local Plan will now be examined by an independent planning Inspector.

Chelmsford’s VolFEST event returns to celebrate local charities

VolFEST returns to Chelmsford High Street to celebrate local charities as part of National Volunteers’ Week on Thursday 4 June.

Taxi permit scheme change to be confirmed next month

The council published a decision notice in April for the removal of the taxi permit scheme for all licensed taxis at Beaulieu Park Station.

Welcoming the new Mayor of Chelmsford for 2026–27

Councillor Lynne Foster has been elected as the new Mayor of Chelmsford for 2026-27.

Chelmsford excavation uncovers two further coins from late Iron Age hoard

Two Iron Age gold coins have been recovered during a fresh excavation of the Great Baddow Hoard findspot.

Chelmsford City Council acquires city centre car park as part of wider car parks strategy

Chelmsford City Council is now the owner and operator of The Granary car park on Victoria Road.

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