Colchester car park upgrades underway ahead of major regeneration 17 October 2025 A £1million upgrade programme for St Mary’s and St John’s car parks will begin next week, starting from the 20 October 2025.
North Essex Parking Partnership Shortlisted for Three National Awards 26 August 2025 Beyond the Uniform, a pilot campaign launched in January 2025, aimed to tackle violence and aggression towards its Civil Enforcement Officers
Colchester City Council Leader urges government to keep A12 upgrade “on the table” 10 July 2025 Colchester City Council has reiterated its strong opposition to the government’s decision to cancel the A12 widening scheme
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
Councils acknowledge traffic disruption and commit to smarter coordination of roadworks 25 April 2025 Both authorities are sorry for the difficulties and delays faced by residents, businesses, and commuters this week
Wildlife mural by local artist unveiled 19 February 2025 The artwork, in St Mary's car park, features a range of flora and fauna, including a fox, a raven
Hythe Task Force pushes ahead on flooding solutions for Haven Road 24 January 2025 The Hythe Task Force met on 22 January to advance its work on tackling long-standing flooding issues on Haven Road
Colchester City Council announces parking improvements in St Mary's and St John's car parks 13 January 2025 The repairs will focus on maintaining the structure of the essential car parks to ensure a further ten-year lifespan
Road closures to support St Nicholas Square development from January to April 2025 23 December 2024 The temporary closure of the square and surrounding areas is essential to safeguard both workers and the public during the final phase of construction
New entry barrier for St Mary’s Car Park 20 June 2024 Works are scheduled to begin in the week commencing 24 June 2024