The demand has been made ahead of a meeting between the Prison Officers’ Association and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

A COLCHESTER organisation which started during the pandemic is planning to help youngsters “at risk of exploitation” through weekly sessions.

Recorder Tom Day jailed Jamie-Lee Craven for 25 months and said he would not have suspended the sentence even if he had the opportunity to.

A COLCHESTER pillbox that was restored for Armistice Day has been redecorated for VE Day 80 with people being invited to pay their respect there ...

Two health clubs in Colchester and Halstead have raised thousands of pounds for a charity through an annual event.

The Mayor of Colchester was invited to the zoo as they discussed the recent changes since becoming a charitable organisation.

Japanese Knotweed sightings around Essex are recorded by Environet, with larger areas like Southend and Brentwood being among the hotspots.

Leicester supporters were finally put of their misery as an instant return to the Championship was confirmed. The 1-0 defeat to Liverpool was their 23rd loss in 33 matches, signalling their second ...

Knife crime has understandably received a lot of press coverage, but just how easy is it to buy a large weapon? We decided to find out for ourselves.

Despite the declaration of an Easter ceasefire on Saturday, Ukrainian forces have recorded 59 instances of Russian shelling.

One of the greatest mountain guides will attempt to scale the world’s highest peak for the 31st time, and possibly the 32nd ...