There's less than a month to go until our CEO, Denise Rossiter, and Operations Director, Lisa Collins, take to the skies in an exciting and daring skydive to raise funds for our nominated charity of the year, Mid & North East Essex Mind. Scheduled Read More

Greater Anglia is inviting submissions for its 2025 Customer and Community Improvement Fund, designed to support local, community-focused rail improvements across its network. From small scale station enhancements to integrated transport projects, schemes Read More

Zest Recycle, a specialist in sustainable waste management solutions, and Greensleeves Care, a leading care home provider, are proud to announce that they have been named Finalists in the Best Sustainability Initiative category at the prestigious Care Home Awards 2025. This recognition celebrates Read More

Ellisons has announced a significant appointment in its market-leading Commercial Property team with the appointment of Ellen Petersen as Partner and Head of Commercial Property. Ellen trained with a UK Top 50 Law Firm before spending 18 years at a leading regional firm. She has extensive experience Read More

The government recently gave planning permission for the Lower Thames Crossing. Read more on our website.   We'd like to take a moment to thank you for the time you have taken to engage with us and to share your feedback.    The design of the Lower Thames Crossing has been shaped Read More

From the onset of the lockdown, the Essex Chambers of Commerce took proactive measures to adapt by organising a series of virtual networking events for their members. These gatherings emerged as vital platforms for fostering connections, exchanging ideas, Read More

London Stansted is excited to announce the launch of Transavia’s new route to Rotterdam, offering even more choice and convenience for travellers heading to the Netherlands and beyond. This new direct link not only connects London Stansted with the second-largest city in the Netherlands, but also provides access to Transavia’s extensive Read More

Community-minded employees from Harwich Haven Authority (HHA) have chosen Home-Start Harwich as their Charity of the Year. The charity, based in the Bathside area of Harwich, provides families with young children with practical and non-judgmental support when they need it most. “We are proud Read More

It’s been a season to remember for Colchester United FC. After a challenging campaign last year that tested the team’s resilience and the fans’ loyalty, the U’s have bounced back in style—currently flying high in the table and turning heads across the league. At the heart Read More

The Colchester office of national accountancy and business advisory firm MHA, the UK member firm of Baker Tilly International, extend their growth strategy within the East Anglia region following a key promotion. Steve Locke, having originally joined the firm as a school leaver in 2011 has been promoted Read More

In a further step towards their continued growth, Scrutton Bland are thrilled to announce both a promotion and a new appointment to bolster their Tax and Business Advisory teams.  As of 1 April Samantha Stent has been promoted to the role of Tax Advisory Partner.  Samantha specialises Read More

Old Park Meadow's recent charity quiz night was a resounding success, raising over £1900 towards Tom’s charity tandem skydive in support of Farleigh Hospice. Over 100 attendees packed the Old Park Meadow’s Lodge, eager to test their knowledge and support a worthy cause. The atmosphere Read More

Thames Freeport has launched the Exceptional Scholarship Programme, a major new initiative to support talented young people in Thurrock and help them take the next step toward fulfilling their ambitions. Funded by Thames Freeport’s partners—Forth Read More

The Employment Rights Bill 2024-25 is positioned as a landmark reform to workers’ rights and entitlements. It constitutes the biggest shake up to employment legislation in over 20 years. Many SMEs have not yet fully grasped the hidden costs and operational impacts the new legislation could Read More

Essex Police is speeding up the process of putting suspects for shop thefts before a court, says Sergeant Christian Denning, of the force’s Business Crime Team.  Two new schemes aim to improve conviction rates while freeing up officers’ time and allowing them to get back out on the Read More

The key question for UK businesses is what action should they be taking now. In light of the volatility of the situation, our advice is not make any immediate knee-jerk decisions. A change to US tariffs seems to be an almost daily occurrence of late. If there was any doubt about how Indirect Taxes Read More

Palmers Solicitors are delighted to announce that they have expanded their operations and will be opening a new office in Chelmsford very soon.  Having received the keys to the new premises in March, the team are diligently preparing the space, which will be opening to the public shortly.  Having Read More

Hiring the right staff can make or break a business. But what if you’re working with a tight budget? The good news is that hiring great people doesn’t have to cost the earth, you just need the right strategy and time. Here's how… Be clear on what you need Before you even post a job ad, take a step back and think what Read More

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) is enhancing the care of head-injured patients with the introduction of pupillometers at the scene of accidents, to improve the assessment of patients who have suffered a severe head injury. As part of our strategy Read More

Trunk Logistics Head of Operations, Jake Bedding, ran in the London ½ Marathon on April 6th and absolutely smashed it!  Jake not only completed the 13.1 mile challenge in only 1 hour and 35 minutes, but he did it while raising money for the charity Widowed and Young, in support of friends Read More

We've launched our new Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) 2025–2030, setting out how we will continue making Essex safer together over the next five years.  The plan outlines how we will work with communities and partners to prevent emergencies, protect people and places and respond Read More

London Southend Airport is proud to announce a victory in the 'Best Route Development & Marketing' category for airports under five million passengers at this year’s Routes Europe Awards in Seville, Spain. This accolade recognises Read More

Start planning for the 2025/26 tax year now and get the best out of your money. It is always a good idea to review tax planning opportunities to ensure you are maximising allowances and your planning is in line with current legislation. Read our guide for a brief reminder of the key points that should be addressed with the start of a new tax year: Read More

Two Southend-on-Sea-based organisations have united to launch a new partnership to produce over 30 fabulous festive parties at the iconic Cliffs Pavilion this December. Southend-on-Sea based producer Veritas Entertainment and Southend Theatres are joining forces to bring brunch, lunch and dinner events Read More

Time is fast running out for businesses in Essex to take part in a new, high-profile art event which is expected to bring thousands of people into Chelmsford.  From 5 July to 9 September, a swarm of decorated giant and mini bee sculptures will be on display in the city’s streets and parks, Read More

Learners who attend a first aid course with East Saxon Training receive a certificate that states “we recommend skills should be refreshed at least once per year.” This does not mean you need to attend a first aid course again, at least not for three years, but you should do something Read More

Local rail operator Trenitalia c2c has welcomed a new cohort of trainee drivers to the team as part of its ‘Street to Seat’ recruitment programme, following unprecedented interest in the position. The eight new trainee mainline drivers are the fifth group to join c2c the training scheme Read More

Crime prevention doesn't always require high-tech solutions or imposing barriers. Sometimes, nature itself can be your best ally. Defensive gardening is a strategy that uses specific plants to create natural barriers, making it harder for intruders to access your property. This approach not only enhances security but also adds beauty to your Read More

After college, like many others, I worked in retail but knew I wanted to start a career in an office environment. Without any previous experience, getting a permanent role felt like a challenge - so I turned to temporary work. Temping opened the door to a whole new world. I worked across Essex and Read More

Ziegler UK has taken another bold step towards the future of logistics with the introduction of our newest innovation: a state-of-the-art autonomous inventory management robot, powered by Dexory. This latest technological advancement reinforces our ongoing Read More

James Graham’s powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s BAFTA award-winning TV series is directed by Kate Wasserberg and comes to Colchester, direct from the National Theatre and the West End. 80s Liverpool. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and Read More

A short video highlighting the success of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and partners, including Essex Police, in driving down anti-social behaviour in Essex is now available to view. The video highlights the fact that since April 2016 incidents Read More

As Martyn’s Law has now officially become law, local businesses in the entertainment, hospitality, and childcare sectors are required to prepare for significant changes to their security protocols. The legislation, which received Royal Assent, aims to safeguard public venues from the growing threat Read More

If you would like to participate in this event please contact phil.leighrotary@gmail.com or price11@tiscali.co.uk. For more information on the organisation, please visit the website.  Read More

A programme of work to protect water supplies for customers in the St Lawrence area of Essex is moving on to its next stage. Essex & Suffolk Water started work in January on a £250,000 investment in renewing 1.1km of water mains on and close to Main Road, St Lawrence Bay. That work will Read More