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11 Dec

11 Dec Essex businessman steps into key role for national trade body

A Chelmsford-based businessman has been appointed to the role of Chair for the Anglia Region of national trade body, Builders Merchants Federation (BMF). Ben Chandler, Finance Director at Chandler Material Supplies, will represent a significant part of the regional economy, acting as a voice for builders’...

10 Dec Southend homeless get protection from flu and COVID-19 ahead of the worst of the winter months

People in vulnerable groups advised to book their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations by 14 December for maximum protection in time for the holidays and before the seasonal vaccination programme comes to an end. An innovative Southend-based health service for the homeless has helped ensure some of...

10 Dec Demolition of derelict Sherards House nearing completion to make way for 14 council homes

Work is nearing completion on the demolition of derelict Sherards House on Three Horseshoes Road, a scheme that will make way for 14 new high-spec council homes that will go to Harlow families on the Housing Needs Register. The new development will comprise five detached, four...

10 Dec FINAL CHANCE FOR OWNERS TO COMPLETE GREAT BRITAIN’S INAUGURAL THOROUGHBRED CENSUS

Owners of former racehorses in Great Britain have until the end of this month (Sunday 31 December 2023) to complete the inaugural Thoroughbred Census. The final call to action comes as the important welfare initiative, launched by British Racing’s Horse Welfare Board in collaboration with...

10 Dec FCA sets out new rules to maintain access to cash in increasingly digital world

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has proposed new rules to maintain reasonable access to cash for personal and business customers across the UK. This follows new powers granted to the FCA by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023. Under the FCA’s proposals, designated banks and...

10 Dec FRIDAYY UK HEADLINE SHOWS ANNOUNCED

Grammy Nominated producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Fridayy has announced a two highly anticipated headline UK dates at London Koko on Friday 19th and Sunday 21st January 2024 as part of a major European tour. With a voice that tugs at the heart and soul, Fridayy writes, produces,...

09 Dec Erykah Badu, Madlib and more revealed for 5th edition of Cross The Tracks

Culture, music and community-minded gathering Cross The Tracks follows up a magnificent first wave with another mouthwatering list of artists who will play Brockwell Park, London on Sunday 26th May, 2024. This 5th edition will now also feature Erykah Badu, Madlib (DJ), Venna, Iniko, Neal...

09 Dec Essex couple say charity’s support has been ‘genuinely life changing’

Local couple share the difference Alzheimer’s Society has made to their lives and encourage others to support and contact the charity. Many families affected by dementia in Essex and across the East of England face a difficult Christmas as new research reveals over 46% of...

09 Dec ‘THE NATIONAL LOTTERY’S NEW YEAR’S EVE BIG BASH’ CELEBRATES SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE MOMENTS OF 2023

The National Lottery’s New Year’s Eve Big Bash event transformed the OVO Arena Wembley into a celebratory end of year party with the evening featuring musical performances, popular culture highlights, key sporting moments and worldwide events that have impacted the UK throughout the year. ...