Essex County Council4 hrs agoCouncil makes commitment to 90-day fix on potholesThe county says it will repair "low-medium" road defects within 90 days of them being reported.4 hrs ago4 days ago'Our town is safe - prove it needs private patrols'Tom Cunningham says the patrols risk "increasing concern or reinforcing inaccurate perceptions".4 days ago4 days agoWhy council is funding patrols near asylum baseAs private security guards begin patrols of towns near an Asylum base in Essex, we explain everything you need to know.4 days ago5 days agoPrivate patrols begin on high streets near asylum baseA Reform UK-led council says it is part of a three-month trial to "deter anti-social behaviour".5 days ago8 days agoCouncil pledges to come close to SEND targetReform UK's Sam Journet expects Essex to meet the target in 80-90% of cases by next year.8 days ago8 Sept 2026How plans to merge councils cost millionsThe government has paused and is reviewing plans to merge councils – now leaders count the costs. 8 Sept 20262 Sept 2026What do locals feel about asylum seeker security plan?Reform-led council says the three-month trial will act as a "visible presence to reassure residents".2 Sept 202629 Aug 2026Council to hire security guards near asylum baseThe Reform UK-run council says it will pay for security to patrol towns in Essex.29 Aug 202627 Aug 2026Consultation begins on red lines plan near airportSome residents have resorted to using unofficial signs and bright orange cones to deter parking.27 Aug 2026...
