Mark Francois calls for a public vote on devolution, saying it is "anti-democratic" to cancel elections.

A repairman says he has been called out 40 times since Monday to help stranded drivers.

Heather Pratten is supporting the assisted dying bill, to be debated by MPs on Friday.

The new special school will be the first of its kind in the area and will cater for 190 pupils.

The eco-friendly plan was considered by Rochford District Council but the authority decided not to adopt the proposal.

The family of the 37-year-old man are receiving support from specialist officers, police say.

Organisers of a car meet in south Essex say boy racers "will not be tolerated" at the event.

Brave bears, who are sponsored, will fall 70ft from a tower.