https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:28:28 +0000 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:28:28 +0000 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/896/hands-on-stem-day-inspires-students-at-richard-de-clare-community-academy "The children thoroughly enjoyed the hands-on challenges, as well as learning about the volunteers’ backgrounds in science and engineering." Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/895/braintree-district-volunteer-and-active-braintree-awards-2026-open-for-nominations Nominations are now open for this year’s Braintree District Volunteer and Active Braintree Awards. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:03:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/894/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 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:13:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/893/braintree-district-council-introduces-pspo-to-tackle-antisocial-driving-in-the-district A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is now in force across the entire Braintree district to tackle nuisance vehicles. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:21:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/892/braintree-district-council-asks-residents-to-put-bins-and-boxes-out-by-6am-during-extreme-heat-warning Residents are being asked to put their bins or boxes out by 6am on their usual collection day this week. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:29:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/891/new-outdoor-gym-open-in-coggeshall-thanks-to-development-funding A new outdoor gym has officially opened at Coggeshall Recreation Ground thanks to £72,000 of funding from Section 106 contributions. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:23:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/890/braintree-district-council-to-host-armed-forces-community-roadshow Braintree District Council has announced an Armed Forces Community Roadshow that will take place on Wednesday 1 July at Causeway House, Braintree. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/889/braintree-district-council-has-reported-a-strong-start-to-its-new-waste-collection-service- More than 99.4 per cent of 144,000 residential collections were successfully completed in the first week of the new arrangements. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:56:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/888/braintree-district-council-launch-domestic-abuse-awareness-campaign-for-world-cup The campaign ‘Show domestic abuse the red card’ aims to target both victims and perpetrators to recognise behaviours and seek help. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:44:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/887/braintree-district-council-updates-braintree-town-centre-pspo A newly amended Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) has come into effect in Braintree town centre, following public consultation. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:53:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/886/statement-following-the-passing-of-lord-haselhurst- A statement from our Chairman following the passing of Lord Haselhurst. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:55:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/885/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. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:56:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/884/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.  Fri, 29 May 2026 15:37:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/883/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." Wed, 20 May 2026 20:23:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/882/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." Tue, 19 May 2026 16:40:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/881/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. Mon, 18 May 2026 10:05:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/880/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. Fri, 15 May 2026 13:54:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/879/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. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:47:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/878/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. Wed, 13 May 2026 15:28:00 +0100 https://www.braintree.gov.uk/news/article/877/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.” Tue, 12 May 2026 14:40:00 +0100