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.
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culture outdoors green spacesThe city centre is the last area of Chelmsford without a parish-tier council but that could change following a new consultation.
MPs across the political spectrum are backing a proposal for five new unitary authorities that keeps decision making close to residents.
Ten council Leaders in Essex, have demonstrated their joint public support for the creation of five new unitary authorities across Essex.
Local councils across Essex, including Chelmsford, are set to debate a widely supported, ‘just right’ proposal for their own reorganisation.
Thousands of residents have already responded to a survey from a group of councils backing a proposal for 5 new local authorities in Essex.
Chelmsford City Council says a plan for five unitary councils is the best option for residents as part of early reorganisation proposals.
By-elections will take place in Chelmsford this May, following the resignation of Councillor Marie Goldman as a county and city councillor.
This Government has published its English Devolution White Paper, setting out its proposals for devolution and changes to local government.
Some Chelmsford residents will go to the polls next month to vote in two by-elections and a referendum. Voting takes place on 12 December.
Councillor Lynne Foster has become the new Deputy Leader of Chelmsford City Council.