Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Latest information and updates relating to Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation in Greater Essex.
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Work complete to transform play area in Coggeshall with upgraded equipment
Work has been completed to refurbish a village play area in Coggeshall, creating a new vibrant and safe place for local people to enjoy time outdoors.
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Council adopts new long-term strategy setting out vision for the Braintree district
A new corporate strategy, setting out the council's ambitions and priorities up to March 2028, has been adopted unanimously by councillors at a meeting of Full Council on Monday 18 March.
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Government confirm its plans for the ongoing use of Wethersfield Airfield
Central government have confirmed its ongoing plans for their continued use of the Wethersfield Airfield site, for both the Home Office asylum accommodation centre and MoJ prison proposals.
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Halstead Dog Day for Safer Streets Project
Braintree District Council is hosting a ‘Dog Day’ in Halstead Public Gardens as part of their Safer Streets Project this April.
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Braintree District Council increases fines in the battle to tackle litter offenders
Braintree District Council has increased fines for littering, fly-tipping, graffiti, and breaches of the Household Waste Duty of Care.
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Witham Job Fair hailed a success
A job fair organised by Braintree District Council and the Department of Work & Pensions saw a high turnout of job seekers last week (Thursday 14 March).
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Helping residents understand new changes to postal votes for elections this year
Residents who wish to vote by post at the upcoming elections are being reminded to read about recent changes to absent voting.
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Council responds to Essex Minerals Local Plan setting out concerns over site proposals
Braintree District Council has set out its response to Essex County Council’s Replacement Essex Minerals Local Plan.
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Date set for Wethersfield asylum centre judicial review appeal
The Home Office's emergency permitted development rights (Class Q) run out in April
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Lean2Green offers free carbon-cutting support to Braintree District businesses
Braintree District Council is encouraging small businesses in the district to take up an opportunity to secure free expert advice and support on working more sustainably.