Essex County Council2 days agoMurdered teen let down by a council, says coronerNatasha Hill was beaten to death when she was 18 by her older, abusive boyfriend, the inquest hears.2 days ago3 days agoEssex swings the axe on net-zero policies – what is being cut?The Reform UK-led county council says scrapping some green policies will save almost £3m.3 days ago24 Jul 2026Council becomes latest to scrap net-zero policiesReform UK-led Thurrock Council votes to scrap a climate emergency declaration made in 2019.24 Jul 202620 Jul 2026We will clear SEND request backlog, vows councilAn Essex County Council cabinet member says he also wants to hear from parents directly.20 Jul 202617 Jul 2026School summer holidays could start one week earlierBut pupils would be back in the classrooms in August, a councillor says. 17 Jul 202615 Jul 2026Library bosses will need to approve Pride displaysCampaigners against Essex County Council's stance submit petitions with 30,000 signatures.15 Jul 202613 Jul 2026Pride displays may have upset parents, says leaderCouncil leader Peter Harris says displays in some libraries contained "inappropriate" books.13 Jul 202611 Jul 2026Climate group saddened as council stops supportEssex County Council says it will withdraw support for the climate action commission.11 Jul 20267 Jul 2026'Ideal site' sought for veterans village in EssexIt also aims to help forces veterans who are homeless and is modelled on a similar community in Kent.7 Jul 2026...
