Braintree District Council3 hrs agoRough sleepers could be fined £100 under new rulesRules on anti-social behaviour in Braintree town centre are amended by the local council.3 hrs ago3 Apr 2026Council investigating poll card print errorPoll cards incorrectly detail which council the candidates are being elected to.3 Apr 202615 Nov 2025Council criticised for not closing A12 to clear litterThe authority says it has cleared litter from the road's verges and is planning a clean up in 2026.15 Nov 20254 Aug 2025New incinerator begins burning county's wasteHousehold rubbish will be sent to the Rivenhall facility instead of going to Essex landfill sites.4 Aug 20251 Aug 2025Ducks abandon 'vile' pond in garden villageThe pond is covered by a thick layer of scum, and discarded cans and bottles.1 Aug 202530 Jul 2025Taxi driver fined for refusing to take guide dogThe case "sends a clear message that discrimination will not be tolerated", says a councillor.30 Jul 202530 Jul 2025How do people feel a waste plant will affect their area?The first truckloads of waste were delivered to the Rivenhall Incinerator on 21 July, the site says.30 Jul 202528 May 2025Bin collections reduced as council splits servicesThe changes across Braintree will become effective from June 2026.28 May 202517 Jan 2025Could three Essex councils become one?Braintree, Colchester and Tendring council leaders say they make up a "sensible geography" .17 Jan 2025...
