Updates: Wethersfield Airfield Asylum Accommodation
This page will be continually updated regarding the Home Office’s asylum seeker accommodation centre at Wethersfield Airfield.
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Braintree District Council increases fines in the battle to tackle litter offenders
Braintree District Council has increased fines for littering, fly-tipping, graffiti, and breaches of the Household Waste Duty of Care.
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Witham Job Fair hailed a success
A job fair organised by Braintree District Council and the Department of Work & Pensions saw a high turnout of job seekers last week (Thursday 14 March).
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Helping residents understand new changes to postal votes for elections this year
Residents who wish to vote by post at the upcoming elections are being reminded to read about recent changes to absent voting.
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Council responds to Essex Minerals Local Plan setting out concerns over site proposals
Braintree District Council has set out its response to Essex County Council’s Replacement Essex Minerals Local Plan.
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Date set for Wethersfield asylum centre judicial review appeal
The Home Office's emergency permitted development rights (Class Q) run out in April
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Lean2Green offers free carbon-cutting support to Braintree District businesses
Braintree District Council is encouraging small businesses in the district to take up an opportunity to secure free expert advice and support on working more sustainably.
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Braintree District Council launches Community Infrastructure Grant Fund
Braintree District Council is launching a £100,000 fund to provide grants to community groups wishing to reduce their carbon output.
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Witham Town Park Phase Two
Braintree District Council has secured £78k in section 106 funding to implement the second phase of improvement works to Witham Town Park.
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Council approves balanced budget that protects vital services despite challenging financial climate
Braintree District Council’s budget of £19.6 million for 2024-25 has been approved by councillors at the Full Council meeting yesterday (Monday 19 February).
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Braintree District Council launch Cost of Living grant scheme
Braintree District Council has announced a new small grants scheme providing funding of up to £10,000 to start or enhance existing community projects