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Volunteers recognised in third awards ceremony
Published: Monday, 10th June 2019As part of National Volunteer Week volunteers across the district were recognised and celebrated at the Braintree District Volunteer Awards evening last week (Thursday 6th June).
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Award-winning independent consultancy finds Garden Communities a sustainable option for North Essex
Published: Tuesday, 16th July 2019Garden communities are a sustainable way to meet future housing growth, an award-winning independent planning consultant has found.
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Braintree District Council exceed customer satisfaction national average
Published: Tuesday, 16th July 2019Braintree District Council has published its annual Corporate Customer Satisfaction Survey results which shows satisfaction rates which are significantly higher than the national average.
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Free outdoor activity for families to be held at local parks this summer
Published: Friday, 12th July 2019Braintree District Council’s livewell Campaign has announced free family friendly events to keep children active during the school holidays this summer.
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Garden Community plans could support more than 21,000 jobs by 2050
Published: Tuesday, 2nd July 2019MORE than 21,000 jobs could be created over the next 30 years across North Essex as a result of proposed Garden Communities, leading economic consultants have said.
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Witham Street Market set to return this month
Published: Monday, 1st July 2019A popular street market will be returning to Witham as Braintree District Council announce three new dates over the summer.
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Transit system to better connect North Essex
Published: Monday, 1st July 2019A new rapid transit system forms part of Local Plan proposals for three new Garden Communities across North Essex – details of which are set to be published this week.
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UK’s first ‘Electric Forecourt’ coming to Braintree
Published: Monday, 24th June 2019GRIDSERVE Sustainable Energy Limited, has announced that it plans to create the UK’s first solar-powered electric vehicle charging forecourt next to the Horizon 120, Business & Innovation Park.
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I-Construct Innovation Hub planning application submitted
Published: Thursday, 13th June 2019Braintree District Council has submitted a planning application for the I-Construct Innovation Hub - a centre of excellence for construction innovation, planned for Braintree, which will support businesses and create jobs across the Greater South East region.
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Successful prosecution for Braintree District Council
Published: Monday, 10th June 2019Braintree District Council was successful in taking legal action against the following person for fly-tipping under Section 34 (2A) Environmental Protection Act 1990 Part II.
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Recycling / Malaysia
Published: Wednesday, 5th June 2019Our response to the BBC's War on Plastic with Hugh and Anita
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Businesses fully occupy Osier House
Published: Monday, 3rd June 2019Braintree District Council has announced that five businesses have moved in to the office suites in Osier House, the recently built rural business hub in Sible Hedingham.
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Horizon 120 goes from strength to strength
Published: Friday, 24th May 2019The Marshgate Group, a commercial property developer, has announced that it plans to develop up to 20 acres of land to deliver the vision for Horizon 120, Business and Innovation Park.
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Bring ID to vote at the local elections on May 2, 2019
Published: Tuesday, 30th April 2019Reminder for this Thursday's election
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Local charities presented with funds raised during Chairman’s civic year
Published: Monday, 25th March 2019Chairman marks 10 months in the role with cheque presentation
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The Business of Technology Services is a Global Success
Published: Friday, 15th March 2019Braintree District Council’s officers and members visited Arrow Electronics Inc. last month as part of an engagement tour with local businesses.
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Neighbourhood Plan takes a step forward
Published: Tuesday, 12th March 2019First neighbourhood plan in the district to proceed to a local referendum
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Work completed on revamped shopping area
Published: Thursday, 7th March 2019Rundown shopping precinct in Witham refreshed
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Manor Street development
Published: Thursday, 7th March 2019Latest details for the Manor Street development in Braintree
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Braintree District Council achieves Park Mark safety award for car parks
Published: Tuesday, 5th March 2019All council-owned car parks across the Braintree district have retained national awards for their safety and accessibility for the sixth consecutive year.
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Nominate your unsung hero at the Braintree District’s community volunteer awards
Published: Tuesday, 5th March 2019Nominations are now officially open for the Braintree District Volunteer Awards
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Time and compassion given for a slower shopping experience in Braintree
Published: Wednesday, 27th February 2019Retailers in George Yard shopping centre in Braintree will be trialling a weekly, slow shopping experience which starts on Thursday 28th February from 2pm-4pm.
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Travelodge will bring jobs and visitors to Braintree
Published: Wednesday, 27th February 2019Big national chain signs up for Manor Street development.
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Colchester Institute’s Braintree Campus opens its doors for National Apprenticeship Week
Published: Monday, 25th February 2019Apprenticeships are being put in focus and celebrated at 12th National Apprenticeship Week, which commences on Monday 4th March 2019.
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Bring ID to vote for the local elections on May 2, 2019
Published: Monday, 25th February 2019Residents in the Braintree District will have to bring one piece of photo ID or two pieces of non-photo ID when they vote in the local elections on May 2, 2019.
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Popular Braintree Street Market dates announced for 2019
Published: Tuesday, 19th February 2019Braintree’s much-loved street markets will officially start again next month, it has been announced by Braintree District Council.
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More traders on the horizon for Witham market
Published: Tuesday, 19th February 2019A flurry of new traders will be joining Witham market next month in a bid to rejuvenate the current market offering.
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Council highlights 150th affordable home built this year
Published: Friday, 15th February 2019"Affordable Housing is an important part of the housing mix"
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Celebrating success at the Witham Business Showcase
Published: Thursday, 14th February 2019Witham Chamber of Commerce and Braintree District Council hosts Witham Business Showcase on Chamber's 80th Anniversary
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North Essex Garden Communities receives million-pound backing from Government
Published: Wednesday, 13th February 2019North Essex Garden Communities (NEGC) is to receive £1 million of Government funding
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