Colchester Leader calls on Government for urgent housing support 20 June 2025 The letter urges Government to act swiftly to help safeguard the financial sustainability of Housing Revenue Accounts
Colchester City Council welcomes Chancellor’s £39bn affordable housing investment 12 June 2025 In Colchester, housing pressures remain high – with demand for affordable homes outpacing supply
Clarification on A120–A133 Link Road requirement in Garden Community plan 5 June 2025 Colchester City Council confirms that key infrastructure, including the A120–A133 link road, remains a requirement for development to proceed
Cabinet to Consider Expansion of Successful Temporary Housing Initiative 28 May 2025 Colchester City Council’s Cabinet set to consider proposal to expand the successful use of former private student accommodation as temporary housing.
Councils call for an ambitious Green and Decent Homes Programme to help tackle housing crisis and improve health 15 May 2025 It is estimated that for every £1 spent on warming the homes of vulnerable people, there is a £4 return in health benefits
Council fast-tracks affordable housing at Northern Gateway 8 April 2025 Northern Gateway is set to become a thriving and well-connected community, delivering much-needed homes
Colchester City Council on track to deliver 350 affordable homes target 18 March 2025 Marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing high-quality housing for local residents.
Colchester City Council introduces Second Home Premium 14 February 2025 The Second Home premium aims to encourage the use of second homes
Two-thirds of councils fear collapse of housing budgets 20 January 2025 Years of financial strain have impacted councils' housing programmes
Colchester City Council calls for urgent Government action on infrastructure to support housing growth 23 December 2024 The letter follows a motion approved by the council on 5 December 2024