Essex County Council7 days agoFoster carers get 16% pay rise and cash bonusEssex County Council is trying to encourage more households to come forward.7 days agoEssex7 Feb 2025Incinerator waste tax could cost more than landfillEssex County Council says it is prepared for the increased costs the government may impose.7 Feb 2025Essex7 Feb 2025Government pledges £15m for interchange upgradeDrivers could see faster journeys and a safer road layout at a junction of two A-roads.7 Feb 2025Essex4 Feb 2025Mother pays tribute to children killed in crashThe mother of Darcie, nine, and Roman Casselden, 16, says her children are "beautiful angels".4 Feb 2025Essex16 Jan 2025Council decision kept couple apart in final weeksA man with dementia is moved to cheaper care home further away from his wife six weeks before his death.16 Jan 2025Essex14 Jan 2025Council tax to rise with more money for roadsThe county council plans to increase tax by 3.75% in April and put millions into road maintenance.14 Jan 2025Essex13 Jan 2025'Private parts' photo accusation heard at meetingA council meeting descends into disorder after accusations are made about a member's conduct.13 Jan 2025Essex30 Dec 2024Recycling staff shoved, lunged at and threatenedData obtained by the BBC reveals the scale of abuse that waste staff are facing in Essex.30 Dec 2024Science & Environment28 Dec 2024Football fans angry after car park closedFans say on social media they were left in long queues trying to find somewhere to park.28 Dec 2024Essex