After the coronavirus pandemic, everything was shut, leaving millions of people unemployed and causing the largest quarterly decline in GDP. Last time it was the Great Depression when such a large drop in GDP took place. On June 8, when WHO announced the worsening conditions...
Borough leisure facilities are getting ready to reopen and welcome back customers next month. Everyone Active, which operates leisure facilities in Basildon, Wickford and Pitsea on behalf of Basildon Council, is preparing to open on Monday April 12 subject to government guidance. Basildon Council's Head of Culture...
A new community based virtual ward is being piloted in mid Essex - aimed at providing patients with greater support at home when they leave hospital. The new way of working brings together GPs, social workers, community nursing teams and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) to support...
Arriva will be running a Saturday or Sunday timetable over the Easter bank holiday weekend. All passengers who need to make essential journeys during this time are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the amended timetables and plan their journey using the Arriva Bus app. On Good...
Renowned for its sandy beaches and quirky character, Southend-on-Sea is a coastal haven, widely regarded as one of the UK's best beachside resorts. However, it's fast becoming more than just a popular holiday destination. According to global property consultancy Knight Frank, the average house price in...
Colchester’s Firstsite is inviting families from across North Essex to keep children active, connected and inspired with a variety of fabulous free activities throughout the Easter holidays. Running from Monday 29 March to Thursday 1 April and Tuesday 6 April to Friday 9 April, Firstsite’s popular...
On the day that the nation reflects on one year since the first stay-at-home order of the Covid-19 pandemic, the British Psychological Society is calling for the psychological needs of healthcare staff to be front and centre of the nation's recovery. Coronavirus has cost more than...
Leading volume house builder Weston Homes has launched 1023 West in Brentwood, a £32 million (GDV) new residential development of 81 converted and newly built one and two bedroom apartments and three and four bedroom houses, which includes the meticulous conversion of La Plata House,...
The professional equestrian world may look exciting and glamorous, but if you want to make it to the top, prepare yourself for a lot of hard work. Becoming a professional rider requires commitment and sacrifice, and a determination that few people have. It’s an industry that’s...
Census day was yesterday, but it is vital those who have not yet completed, do so as soon as possible. Sunday March 21 marked the day that millions of people across England and Wales completed key questions about themselves and their households to ensure local services...
