Home Office notifies council of temporary capacity increase plan for Wethersfield asylum centre
The Home Office has informed Braintree District Council of its intention to increase the operational capacity of Wethersfield asylum centre from 800 to 1,245 temporarily.
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E-Scooters return to Braintree with new operator Voi
E-scooters will return to Braintree next Wednesday (3 September).
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Ukraine Independence Day celebrated in the Braintree district
Braintree District Council marked Ukraine Independence Day on Sunday 24 August – inviting Ukrainian guests and sponsors to a special meet up at Braintree Community Centre.
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Greater Essex councils launch new website to support Local Government Reorganisation
Local government in Greater Essex could be changing - and a new website has been launched to help residents, businesses and stakeholders stay informed and involved.
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Research explores residents’ priorities for Local Government Reorganisation in Greater Essex
The National Centre for Social (NatCen) research was commissioned to gather views from residents and businesses.
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Braintree prepares for next phase of sustainable travel as e-scooter contract ends
Braintree District Council welcomes the announcement from Essex County Council about the upcoming transition to a new provider for the shared e-scooter scheme in Braintree.
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Braintree District Council launches public consultation on district wide Public Spaces Protection Order to battle vehicular nuisance
Braintree District Council has launched a 28 day public consultation on the introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for vehicular nuisance to cover the whole of the Braintree District.
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Freedom Leisure due to take over management of leisure centres in Braintree District
Braintree District Council is pleased to announce that starting from 1 September 2025 Freedom Leisure will be taking over the provision of leisure services across the district.
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Braintree District Council proposes land transfer to support community in Castle Hedingham
Braintree District Council is proposing that The Pump House and surrounding recreational land in Castle Hedingham be transferred to the parish in recognition of the local pride in the area.
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Braintree District Council secure over £138k to help make Braintree’s streets safer
Braintree District Council has successfully secured £138,619 from the Essex Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner’s Office to help target crime and antisocial behaviour in in specified areas of Braintree.
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Braintree District Council strengthens communities after the completion of several key projects
Over the course of the 2024-25 financial year, Braintree District Council has completed 30 projects and delivered meaningful improvements to communities across the district.