After the consultation ends, the government is expected to announce in the spring how many councils Essex will have.
A letter sent by leader of Essex County Council has confirmed they will not be calling for any postponement of the 2026 elections.
THERE are just a few days left to have your say on the future of local government in Essex. The public consultation on Local Government Reorganisation closes at midnight on January 11, 2026.
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Essex roads with potholes are 'downright dangerous' readers say
One person said friend from another country sent her the report, saying they could not believe it as they have driven in ...
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