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Need To Know EssexEpisodes

  1. Why should Basildon be UK Town of Culture?

    The Essex town is among the final 15 locations vying for the £3m accolade.

  2. Why is south Essex gridlocked?

    The disruption is causing long delays on surrounding roads including the A127 and A130.

  3. Why are Essex bin collections changing?

    New recycling and waste services are being introduced in two parts of Essex.

  4. Wethersfield asylum seekers: What happens next?

    The Home Office began using the former RAF site in 2023 and were to close it next year.

  5. The life and times of Colchester pothole 'Peter'

    How long would it take for a Colchester pothole to be noticed, reported and fixed?

  6. The 'Toxic' Essex Caterpillar Threat

    Essex residents urged to stay alert for a dangerous caterpillar which poses health risks.

  7. More delays for UK’s longest running roadworks

    Eleven years after they began, roadworks on a bridge in Witham have been delayed further.

  8. How could the local elections shape Essex?

    The key issues, potential outcomes, and what the results could mean for Essex.

  9. Farage resigns: What’s next for Clacton?

    Reform UK’s leader has been facing intense scrutiny over undeclared money and support.

  10. Does ‘unsafe’ A120 need upgrading?

    There have been new calls to upgrade and dual the road from Marks Tey to Braintree.

  11. Could four new villages transform Chelmsford?

    Plans include homes, shops, schools, parks, sports facilities and healthcare.