Essex news

• King and Queen visit picturesque Essex village

  05-02-2026 20:31 via bbc.com
  The King visited local heroes, but he was met with a heckler asking about his brother Andrew.
  
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• Essex Police officer shares difficult story of surviving sexual abuse as a child

  05-02-2026 19:35
  
  An Essex Police officer has spoken publicly about surviving sexual abuse as a child.
  
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• Essex shoplifter who stole nearly £200 worth goods admits to thefts

  05-02-2026 19:27
  
  Chelmsford man has appeared in court and admitted seven counts of shop theft in the city centre following a neighbourhood policing team investigation.
  
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• A12 Colchester bound closed after crash as serious delays build near Essex town

  05-02-2026 19:13
  
  A12 northbound has been blocked following a collision between junction 16 at Galleywood and junction 17 at Howe Green.
  
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• Man said 10 XL bullies 'were too much', court told

  05-02-2026 18:43 via bbc.com
  Esther Martin died after being mauled by two XL bully dogs on 3 February 2024, a court hears.
  
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• Watch: Heckler asks King Charles about Epstein files as crowds tell them to 'shut up'

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  Residents of Dedham told a heckler to ‘shut up’ after they asked King Charles about the Epstein investigation in relation to his brother Andrew.
  
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• King and Queen celebrate local heroes and enjoy slice of rural life in Dedham

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  His Majesty the King’s visit to the charming village of Dedham was marked by a festive atmosphere which not even the rain could dampen.
  
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• Huge Colchester car park to close for three weeks tomorrow

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  St John's Car Park is set to shut to the public from tomorrow to allow for Colchester Council to carry out essential upgrades.
  
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• Earls Colne road closure causes 'chaos' with accidents and stranded vehicles

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  A major road closure in Earls Colne is causing 'chaos' as diversion routes lead to accidents and stranded vehicles.
  
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• Duo used fake coins to trick slot machines and cash out £3,000

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  A Maldon duo used fake £2 coins to trick slot machines and cashing out more than £3,000.
  
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• Colchester's NHS trust records nearly 20 'wrong-site' surgery incidents

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  These incidents are classified by the NHS as ‘Never Events’, meaning they are regarded as entirely preventable.
  
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• Colchester housebuilder welcomes proposed planning policy reforms

  05-02-2026 18:00
  
  The chief executive of Denbury Homes, which is working on a development in Colchester, has welcomed proposed planning policy changes.
  
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• Essex pizza chain to offer free slices to customers ahead of National Pizza Day

  05-02-2026 17:45
  
  Moto Pizza teams up with Motorola to give away free pizza in Chelmsford, Colchester, Ipswich, and Norwich for National Pizza Day. First-come, first-served.
  
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• Colchester Mayor and north Essex MP both praise King's visit

  05-02-2026 17:40
  
  Mayor of Colchester Councillor Michael Lilley and Sir Bernard Jenkin, MP for Harwich and North Essex, were both able to meet King Charles III in Dedham today.
  
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• 18-month old as Paddington with super fan mum steals show at Essex royal visit

  05-02-2026 17:28
  
  Among many enthusiastic faces lining Dedham’s rain-soaked streets was Lara Lofts, who could easily be described as a royal superfan.
  
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• Is this Essex duck sign ‘quackers’?

  05-02-2026 17:19 via bbc.co.uk
  The sign cost £7,000 but residents say they’ve never seen a duck in the area.
  
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• Have your say on community mental health services in Essex

  05-02-2026 16:43
  
  The NHS in Essex is inviting residents to share their views on community mental health services.
  
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• UEA looking for volunteers to study benefits of American ginseng

  05-02-2026 16:17
  
  Researchers at the University of East Anglia are inviting people to take part in a study exploring the benefits of American ginseng.
  
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• Man was overwhelmed by caring for 10 dogs just days before woman's death

  05-02-2026 16:00
  
  On the second day of the trial of 41-year-old Ashley Warren, jurors heard how it was “too much” for him to look after two XL bully dogs and their eight puppies.
  
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• Anglia Ruskin University receives major funding to help transform healthcare

  05-02-2026 15:45
  
  Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford has secured a share of £15.3 million to fund research projects to transform healthcare in the East of England.
  
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• Broken down vehicle in St Andrews Avenue causing delays across Colchester

  05-02-2026 15:14
  
  Delays are building in Colchester due to a broken down vehicle in St Andrews Avenue.
  
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• 'It was an immense honour' - Dedham pub owner's delight over visit from the King

  05-02-2026 15:00
  
  The owner of The Sun Inn pub in Dedham has said it was an immense honour to be able to host King Charles III.
  
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• University of Essex twins claim gold and bronze at gymnastics championships

  05-02-2026 14:53
  
  Twin sisters Emily and Abigail Roper from the University of Essex have claimed gold and bronze in a national gymnastics competition.
  
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• Village just 15 miles from Colchester named among seven wonders of the UK for 2026

  05-02-2026 14:24
  
  Lavenham in Suffolk which is just 15 miles from Colchester has been named as one of the seven wonders of the UK by Conde Nast.
  
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• Colchester man charged with supplying crack cocaine following warrant

  05-02-2026 13:46
  
  Colchester man, Anthony Sexton has been charged with being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine after a warrant was executed.
  
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• Three jailed as part of investigation which uncovered £470k worth of drugs

  05-02-2026 13:21
  
  Two brothers and a so called business partner have been jailed as part of an investigation which uncovered more than £470,000 worth of Class A and B drugs.
  
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• Colchester Museums to host packed line-up of activities over February half-term

  05-02-2026 13:18
  
  Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum are holding a packed line-up of activities over February half-term.
  
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• Play exploring life of film-maker Derek Jarman heads to Chelmsford

  05-02-2026 12:46
  
  Jarman, a solo play exploring the life of film-maker Derek Jarman, is heading to Chelmsford Theatre.
  
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• King Charles III finally arrives in Dedham amid much excitement from visitors

  05-02-2026 12:33
  
  The King has finally arrived in Dedham alongside Queen Camilla to cheers from those visiting and waiting to see him.
  
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• Flocks of people now in position in Dedham to greet King Charles III

  05-02-2026 12:19
  
  Crowds of people have now arrived to greet King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
  
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• Visitors braving the Dedham rain in anticipation of the King's arrival

  05-02-2026 11:46
  
  Many people are now in Dedham braving the rain ahead of the arrival of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
  
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• XL bully dog attack trial Day Two: case continues against Ashley Warren

  05-02-2026 11:30
  
  Warren, who previously lived in Hillman Avenue, Jaywick, and is now of Walnut Road, Leyton, is the first person to face the dangerous dog charges after the XL bully breed was outlawed two days before the incident.
  
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• Musician's son died from chest injuries in crash

  05-02-2026 11:30 via bbc.com
  An inquest into Paul Hardcastle Jr's death is suspended so police can continue their investigation.
  
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• In pictures: Streets of Dedham remain largely empty ahead of King's visit

  05-02-2026 10:31
  
  Ahead of King Charles III and Queen Camilla visiting Dedham the streets look to remain fairly empty.
  
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• Communities and transparency a vital part of grid upgrade

  05-02-2026 10:01
  
  The independent hearings for National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury project are due to take place from February 10-12, 2026.
  
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• Shock as just one person arrives for first Dedham shuttle bus ahead of King's visit

  05-02-2026 09:53
  
  A shuttle bus taking passengers to Dedham for the visit of King Charles III didn't get as much attraction as expected.
  
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• Man arrested on suspicion of drink driving after person injured in A12 crash

  05-02-2026 09:35
  
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving following a collision on the A12 northbound, which saw an individual sustain a minor injury.
  
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• Live Updates: A12 chaos as two Colchester-bound crashes cause lengthy delays

  05-02-2026 09:17
  
  Two crashes on the A12 heading towards Colchester are causing severe delays this morning.
  
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• Vehicle hits central reservation in second A12 crash this morning adding to delays

  05-02-2026 08:57
  
  A vehicle has crashed into the central reservation on the A12 in a second incident this morning.
  
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• A12 crash causing heavy delays for motorists heading Colchester bound

  05-02-2026 08:21
  
  A crash on an A12 slip road is causing heavy delays for motorists heading Colchester bound this morning.
  
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• Live updates as King Charles visits Dedham

  05-02-2026 08:05
  
  King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to visit a picturesque village near Colchester today.
  
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• Live updates as King Charles to visit picturesque Essex village

  05-02-2026 08:05
  
  King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to visit a picturesque village near Colchester today.
  
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• 'Missed opportunities' before toddler's death

  05-02-2026 07:37 via bbc.com
  A coroner records a narrative verdict after the death of Viviana-Ray Butnaru at Basildon Hospital.
  
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• King and Queen's visit closes roads in village

  05-02-2026 07:35 via bbc.com
  The royal couple are due to visit a pub, meet schoolchildren and "local heroes" and take tea.
  
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• The people holding police officers to account

  05-02-2026 07:34 via bbc.com
  An independent advisory group watch officers' body-worn camera footage and examine their actions.
  
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• Union worker says 'reckless' Essex Uni cuts will affect students as strike looms

  05-02-2026 06:00
  
  It was revealed in December that the university is closing its Southend Campus this summer, and relocating all courses to its Colchester site.
  
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• Royal children invited to take part in Colchester's Banksy competition

  05-02-2026 06:00
  
  The Royal children have been invited to take part in Colchester's Are You The Next Banksy? art competition.
  
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• Council signs off on work starting to restore city landmark

  05-02-2026 06:00
  
  Cabinet approved the appointment of a contractor on Tuesday allowing the project to proceed to construction.
  
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• Colchester Council to spend over £2m upgrading children's play parks

  05-02-2026 06:00
  
  Colchester Council is set to spend more than £2m refurbishing 36 of its most worn-out play parks over the next year.
  
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