Research explores residents’ priorities for Local Government Reorganisation in Greater Essex 13 August 2025 The government is proposing to replace Essex’s current two-tier system of local government with a model of unitary authorities
‘Five council’ proposal launches public consultation 26 June 2025 Residents, businesses and local organisations are being asked to share their views on the future of councils in Essex
New legislation introduced for keeping primates as pets 23 June 2025 From 6 April 2026, it will be illegal to keep a primate as a pet, breed them, or sell them, without a valid licence
Residents’ views sought to shape future of local government in Greater Essex 19 June 2025 A telephone and written survey of 1,400 residents is currently being undertaken
Colchester City Council commits to supporting foster carers with new fostering friendly policy 5 June 2025 It joins a growing number of organisations across the UK supporting foster carers in the workplace
Colchester councillors join The Gilberd School students for Q&A on local democracy 27 May 2025 Cllr Alison Jay and Cllr Jocelyn Law, recently visited The Gilberd School for a dynamic “Councillor Question Time” session.
New Coalition Administration at Colchester City Council 21 May 2025 Liberal Democrats and the Labour Groups have agreed to form a coalition administration for 2025/26
Colchester Local Plan decision delayed: further evidence required before public consultation 9 May 2025 As a result, the next stage of consultation is now expected to take place at the end of this year or early next year
Government feedback on Essex councils reorganisation interim plan offers ‘the green light to work toward final proposals’ 6 May 2025 The 16-page letter from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is designed to "assist in the development of final proposal"
Joint Committee recommends Development Plan Document for adoption 2 May 2025 The recommendation marks an important milestone of many years’ intense effort and collaborative work
