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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Braintree District Council considers initial budget proposals in an effort to deliver a balanced budget
Braintree District Council’s initial budget proposals show an improved position for 2026/27 despite ongoing financial challenges.
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Braintree District Council completes essential upgrades at Witham Public Hall
Braintree District Council completes essential upgrades at Witham Public Hall, ensuring it remains fit for the future.
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Braintree set for a day of Christmas fun this November
Braintree town centre will play host to a day of Christmas festivities on Saturday 22 November with multiple Christmas events taking place on the same day.
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Braintree District Christmas window competition back for 2025
Braintree District Council has announced that their Christmas window competition is returning for 2025.
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Volunteer and Sporting Heroes celebrated in award ceremony
Local volunteers and sporting heroes were celebrated at the Braintree District Volunteer and Active Braintree Awards on Wednesday 29 October at Alec Hunter Academy.
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Braintree District Local Plan timetable update: further review into sites and highway modelling work needed before public consultation
Braintree District Council is proposing to update its Local Plan timetable, as further work is required on highway modelling and a review of development sites.
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Witham AgeWell fair aims to promote healthy, connected living for older adults
The Witham AgeWell fair is back this autumn, offering a vibrant and informative event for older residents and their families.
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New 3G football pitch opened at Notley High School in Braintree
A brand-new 3G pitch to boost grassroots sport in Braintree has opened at Notley High School.
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Council announces its polling place review
A consultation has opened inviting residents, councillors, local MP’s and community groups within the Braintree district to share feedback on the location and suitability of their polling station.
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Braintree District Council launches first in new series of free business briefings
Braintree District Council, in collaboration with the Federation of Small Businesses, held the first in a new series of free business briefings this week.
