Colchester City Council6 Aug 2026Fans face £16.50 parking charge as season kicks offThe £16.50 charge will be in place on football match days and for events like music concerts.6 Aug 202626 Jul 2026Rescue couple question lack of life-saving gearA risk assessment found that rescue devices would be unlikely to be effective, a council says.26 Jul 20264 Jun 2026Conservative secures return to lead city councilThe Tories in Colchester have struck a coalition deal with the Liberal Democrats.4 Jun 202627 May 2026Parties fail to elect leader after local electionsLiberal Democrat David King was four votes short and no alternative leader was elected27 May 202617 May 2026Lib Dems in Essex suggest leadership changeThe leader of Colchester City Council says "time's up" for Sir Ed Davey.17 May 20263 May 2026Five things we learnt from five party interviewsThe five key takeaways from interviews with senior party leaders ahead of Thursday's local elections.3 May 202613 Mar 2026Council approves £1m repairs to history museumColchester City Council says the building's roof and tower are at risk of collapse.13 Mar 202617 Dec 2025Colchester Castle to undergo major restoration workAlmost £1.3m of government money will be spent on major repairs to the Grade I listed Norman castle.17 Dec 20252 Dec 2025Homeless charity opens painting and decorating hubA charity is providing discount tins of paint for people who are moving into homes again.2 Dec 2025...
