Essex County Council5 days agoError admitted with roundabout arrow paintingTo turn left or to go straight on? The local MP calls a road marking "absolutely bonkers".5 days ago7 days agoAll you need to know as Essex heads into a big round of electionsFind out when, where and how you can have your say in the biggest set of council votes since 2021.7 days ago20 Mar 2026Closure of Martello tower would be 'great loss'Essex County Council says closing the Martello tower could save £90,000 in the next financial year.20 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Parents 'traumatised' by SEND system, says mumLiz Chaplin says dealing with the local education authority was like being in an "abusive relationship"18 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Council funds £2.6m to bust SEND assessment waitsEssex County Council is cutting its backlog after being named the country's worst performer in 2024.17 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Call for action as road deaths reach 10-year highSafer speed limits - as low as 20mph - will be decided on a street-by-street basis, a council says.16 Mar 202611 Mar 2026Essex to get 5,000 on-street EV charging points Work begins this summer alongside a campaign to highlight the benefits of electric vehicles.11 Mar 20264 Mar 2026All aboard for changes to city's park and rideFirst Bus will run park and ride services from 6 March, but with a reduced timetable.4 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Effect of roadworks on business 'worse than Covid'The roadworks, to replace century-old gas pipes, have caused diversions and chaos, locals say.3 Mar 2026...