People who unlawfully park in blue badge disabled bays could now be hit with a £70 fine after Basildon Council successfully implemented a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO). The TRO applies to … Read More
Millions of pounds of drugs and cash seized in major operation
More than £21 million worth of Class A drugs and £1.85 million in cash have been seized in Essex by the Serious Crime Directorate as part of an international operation … Read More
Local college dispel the myths around studying as an adult
A new campaign has been launched to help adults whose livelihoods have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. #Youtrainyougain is a month-long campaign across South Essex to promote the opportunities … Read More
New homes for Basildon residents and key workers
Thirteen new homes will be available for borough residents and key workers next year. Sempra Homes, the council’s house building company, recently signed an agreement with Chelmsford-based Stonebond Properties to … Read More
Basildon Council’s We’re Cleaning Up campaign gains national recognition
Basildon Council’s We’re Cleaning Up campaign has received national recognition after being nominated as a contender for the National Recycling Awards. The nomination has been announced for last summer’s We’re … Read More
Five more electric vehicle charging points to be installed in borough
An extra five electric vehicle charging points are being installed in the borough. These follow installations last year as part of the effort to improve local air quality along the … Read More
Police witness appeal following Billericay assault
Essex Police are investigating a sexual assault of a woman and are looking to speak to anyone who saw what happened. The 20-year-old woman was walking down Stock Road in … Read More
Basildon man charged with 14 offences
A man has been charged with 14 driving and criminal damage offences following an investigation by officers in Basildon. Robert Blackmore, 31, was charged with failing to stop for police, … Read More
Crimestoppers offer £10k reward for information about the murder of Dwayne Forrester
Officers will be out across Pitsea posting leaflets with information about a reward for information about the murder of Dwayne Forrester. It’s been almost two years since 21 year-old Dwayne … Read More
County council wins ruling over controversial Basildon waste plant
A High Court judge has concluded that the ongoing issues with the Tovi Eco Park at Courtauld Road in Basildon are due to flaws in the owner’s original design, as … Read More