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Vandals destroy volunteers’ work at culturally important nature reserve
Vandals have damaged wildlife protection installed by volunteers at Hoppit Mead Local Nature Reserve in Braintree.
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Poll cards for Essex County Council elections on 7 May 2026 within the Braintree district division
Joint Statement from Braintree District Council and Essex County Council: Poll cards error for Essex County Council elections on 7 May 2026 within the Braintree district division.
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Braintree District Council to improve its Bulky Waste Collection Service
Braintree District Council will introduce improvements to its Bulky Waste Collection Service from 1 April 2026.
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Government confirms five new councils for Greater Essex
The government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Greater Essex, confirming the county will move to five new unitary councils, subject to parliamentary approval.
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Young learners discover sustainability and future green careers at eco-themed activity day
"Activities like these play an important role in equipping our future workforce with the skills and confidence they’ll need to succeed in a growing green economy."
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Braintree District Council upgrades parks with new Rebound Goal Installations
Braintree District Council is investing in new rebound goals at Spa Road, Witham, and Riverside, Braintree to encourage physical activity and support greater community participation.
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Cllr Graham Butland to stand down as Leader of Braintree District Council
After 22 years as Leader of Braintree District Council, Cllr Graham Butland has announced his intention to stand down as Leader at the Council’s AGM on 28 May 2026.
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Braintree District Council supports recommendation not to proceed with On Street Parking Charges proposal
The North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) Joint Committee will consider proposals to implement on-street parking changes in Braintree District at its meeting on Thursday 19 March 2026.
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Braintree District Council installs new inclusive play boards at local parks
Braintree District Council has recently installed new inclusive play boards at Brook Meadow, Sible Hedingham, Albert Moss, Rivenhall and Mill Chase, Halstead.
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New councillor elected to Braintree District Council in by-election
The results of the 2026 by-election for Coggeshall Ward.