Heart of Greenstead project moves forward – major benefits for local community 7 November 2025 Bringing services together in one place, the project will make it easier to access health care, housing support, childcare and community activities
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.
Colchester City Council refreshes delivery plan to stay focused on priorities 14 October 2025 The Plan outlines the key actions that support the Council’s six strategic outcomes
Colchester Council looks at a new way to run its grounds maintenance service 14 October 2025 The Fit for the Future programme aims to reduce operating costs by 25% over three years
MPs support ‘most credible’ five-council proposal 13 October 2025 MPs are backing a proposal for five new unitary authorities in Greater Essex that keeps decision making close to residents
Greater Essex Councils submit proposals for new Unitary Councils to the Government 29 September 2025 In total, four different proposals have gone forward to the Government for consideration
Majority of council leaders in Essex give public backing to keeping “local government as local as possible” 26 September 2025 Ten Council Leaders in Essex support the creation of five new unitary authorities across Greater Essex
Colchester confirms support for five unitary council proposal 19 September 2025 Colchester confirms its support for five unitary council model for LGR Essex
Colchester City Council to debate future of local government in Essex 10 September 2025 The debate will provide councillors with the opportunity to share their views on four proposed models for creating new unitary councils in Essex
Colchester City Council withdraws interest in potential new town at Marks Tey 29 August 2025 A new town at Marks Tey is not viable without major infrastructure investment
