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Notice of poll for the election of a town councillor for the Shelley ward on Thursday 22 May 2025. (more…)

There will be no Essex County Council election this year. (more…)

District councillors faced with tough choices should follow their consciences and always work together in the best interests of residents, no matter how tough or unpopular their decisions. (more…)

Residents who are registered to vote and have a postal vote are being asked to renew their applications. (more…)

The Chief Executive of Epping Forest District Council, Georgina Blakemore has stepped down due to ill health. (more…)

The Government has launched a public consultation seeking views on the creation of a Mayoral Combined County Authority in Greater Essex. (more…)

The Government has agreed for the Essex County Council elections in 2025 to be suspended in light of the proposed Local Government Reform and the creation of an Essex Mayor. (more…)

Epping Forest District Council has revealed draft plans for the protection of key public services in a balanced budget for 2025/26. (more…)

Members of the Overview and Scrutiny committee discussed the council’s budget-setting on Tuesday 28 January. (more…)

The financial landscape is evolving as Epping Forest District Council prepares for crucial meetings in February when the 2025 / 2026 budget will be set. (more…)