It happened today – this day in history – December 9
1608: Birth of poet John Milton in London. 1625: England and The Netherlands sign a military treaty. 1688: James II’s
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More than 100 Southend Council staff opt for redundancy
More than 100 Southend City Council staff have opted for voluntary redundancy it has been revealed. Following a staff consultation,
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Theatre needs a fairer deal claims Thurrock councillor
Thameside Theatre is being hamstrung by council rules which are preventing it becoming financially viable, a Thurrock councillor has claimed.
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No council tax levy on second homes in Castle Point despite soaring numbers
Castle Point Council says it “must balance income from council tax against the need to protect and improve the local
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Police commissioner admits force must do more to tackle rape in Essex
Essex’s police commissioner has admitted the force is “nowhere near where it needs to be” in tackling rape crime. Essex
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It happened today – this day in history – December 8
1542: Mary, Queen of Scots is born in Linlithgow Palace, Scotland. 1710: General James Stanhope is captured by French and
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Southend Hospital’s “waiting list of pain”
Southend Hospital now has a 53,000-strong “waiting list of pain” as patients desperately await treatment. Paul Collins, Lib Dem councillor
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Chelmsford solar farm on green belt rejected with casting vote
A plan for a solar farm on 66 hectares of Chelmsford green belt that would have been capable of producing
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Thurrock residents set to review 20-year plan for homes and jobs
Residents are being asked to give their views on proposals for how Thurrock homes, jobs and industry will develop over
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Features of Greater Essex Combined Authority devolution deal unveiled
The emerging Greater Essex devolution deal text has largely been agreed upon and is in its final draft, it has
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