The Local Plan - what is it, why is it needed and why it is currently being reviewed? 🤔 We've shared some answers below for anyone wanting to know more 👇 Keep updated on the process: braintree.gov.uk/localplanreview

£1 OFFER at Colne Valley Railway this summer! 🙌🚂 If you're looking for more things to do with the kids this summer, they can visit for just £1 in August when pre booked through the Colne Valley Railway website: colnevalleyrailway.co.uk Use code SUMMER24 🎟️

We’re Hiring: Join Our Team 🌟 • Senior Building Control Surveyor (closes 18/8) • Building Control Surveyor (closes 18/8) • Technical Officer (closes 18/8) • Senior Planning Lawyer (closes 30/8) • Internal Communications Officer (closes 2/9) Visit: bit.ly/2OkLEZG

There's still time to nominate! The Braintree District Council Volunteer and Active Braintree Awards celebrate those who help the community across all sectors like the arts, sports, community and culture! Give thanks by submitting your nomination now : braintree.gov.uk/xfp/form/626

The Home Office has released its latest community update regarding the Wethersfield asylum centre. The centre is a non-detained accommodation site operated by Clearsprings Ready Homes on behalf of the Home Office. bit.ly/4g3YZ5o

Reminiscing on a wonderful afternoon celebrating Ukraine Independence Day last week, full of love, laughter, smiles & good food! 🙏🇺🇦 We are full of admiration & respect for the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people. #SunflowersForUkraine

Radio 4’s Anna Hill Farming Today visited to talk BNG on the estate with @braintreeDC's Gabrielle Spray. All part of their series on #greenfinance this week. Catch up here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b…

There is a yellow warning for rain covering the area between 9pm on Wednesday and 9am on Thursday.

Tonight is the Braintree public meeting hosted by EssexPFCC Deputy Jane Gardener at Queens Hall in Halstead. The meeting will start at 7pm. All residents from Braintree district are invited to attend.

Exciting news for Witham! 🎉 Cabinet have agreed to award the contract for a new 3G pitch at Witham Sports Ground ⚽️🙌 Over £1million of Section 106 funding from local housing developments has been secured for four new pitches across the district! More: bit.ly/3AYjKzk

Received a scam message like this? We are receiving multiple reports from residents after receiving a "parking fine" text message that purports to be from the "local council". These are SCAM text messages! Do not click the link!

We are inviting businesses to a Digital Skills Showcase and Business Expo on Thursday, 10 October, from 9.45am to 4pm, at The Plaza Enterprise and Innovation Centre in Great Notley. For more information and to register, visit bit.ly/3MD1YUU #UKSPF

Tonight our Local Plan Sub-Committee agreed a revised timetable for the Local Plan Review, where we’ll be providing residents a further opportunity to share their views with us early in the New Year. Read more: bit.ly/3MMCynH