Wethersfield Asylum Accommodation Centre to stay open beyond 2027 and increase by 55 per cent in capacity
The Home Office has informed Braintree District Council that it wants to keep Wethersfield open past 2027 and to expand its permanent capacity from 800 to 1,245
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Statement following the passing of Lord Haselhurst.
A statement from our Chairman following the passing of Lord Haselhurst.
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New recycling and waste collection service launches across the district
Braintree District Council’s new recycling and waste collection service is now live across the district.
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New Chairman and Vice-Chairman elected to Braintree District Council
Councillor Richard van Dulken has been elected as the new Chairman of Braintree District Council for the year ahead, following the council’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday 28 May.
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Braintree District Council sets out priorities in new two-year plan
"Our focus is on strengthening local services, helping those in need and creating the right conditions for a prosperous and sustainable district."
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New Leader set to be appointed at Braintree District Council
“As someone who has called Braintree home all my life, it is a huge honour and privilege to be nominated for this role."
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Dog Day and Community Safety event to take place this month
Braintree District Council will be hosting a Dog Day and Community Safety Event at Weavers Park in Braintree on Saturday 30 May.
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Shop in Witham closed after selling illegal tobacco and vapes to children
A shop that sold illegal tobacco and vapes to children has been closed down for three months by Braintree District Council.
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Planning amendment granted for revised Braintree Village shuttle bus service
Braintree District Council’s Planning Committee has approved changes to a Section 106 agreement that will support a free shuttle bus service between Braintree town centre and Braintree Village.
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Rural businesses and communities have received a £156k boost to support the delivery of local projects
Rural businesses and community groups have received a £156,202 boost thanks to grants awarded by Braintree District Council from the UK Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund.
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Applications open for nappy and continence care products collection service
"We are delighted to have already received positive feedback on the decision taken to offer this additional service and will support all our residents to adapt to the new service coming from 1 June.”