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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White Colne Village Hall powers up for a greener future thanks to Government funded rural grant
"With this support, White Colne Village Hall is improving its energy efficiency, reducing costs and providing a more comfortable and sustainable space for the community."
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Braintree District Council launches Christmas window competition
Braintree District Council has announced it will be holding its Christmas window competition for the second year running, extending it to the whole of the Braintree district for 2024.
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Solar panel installation works begin at Witham Leisure Centre
Braintree District Council has appointed contractor Ren Energy to deliver an exciting project, boosting sustainable energy at Witham Leisure Centre.
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Residents encouraged to help shape how new developments will look
Residents across the Braintree district are being asked to share their aspirations for how development should look in their local area.
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Braintree District Volunteer and Active Braintree Awards celebrates the district’s volunteering and sporting heroes
Sport and volunteering groups and individuals were celebrated on Wednesday 30 October in an awards ceremony held at Maltings Academy in Witham.
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Braintree District Council set to transfer new community centre to Witham Town Council
Braintree District Council has agreed to transfer a new multi-use community centre in the pipeline for Witham to Witham Town Council.
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Braintree Town Hall has been shortlisted as a finalist for next year’s Essex Wedding Awards
Braintree Town Hall has been shortlisted as a finalist for next year’s Essex Wedding Awards, in the category celebrating historical venues.
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Braintree District Council is asking residents to recycle their unused cables
Braintree District Council is working with Recycle Your Electricals to encourage local residents to participate in The Great Cable Challenge starting from Monday 14 October 2024.
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Braintree District Council officially opens revamped skatepark at Spa Road
Braintree District Council is thrilled to announce that the long-awaited upgrade for Spa Road skatepark in Witham has been officially opened to the public.
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Braintree District Council launches Festive Boost Grant for businesses
Braintree District Council has launched a Festive Boost Grant to help the district’s town centres look festive this winter.
