Harlow District Council8 days agoElections should be cancelled, says Harlow CouncilConservative leader Dan Swords says the pressure of preparing for council reform is "unprecedented".8 days ago5 Jan 2026Arson attacked bandstand could reopen by MarchThe structure "will once again become a centrepiece for major gatherings", says a council leader.5 Jan 20265 Jan 2026What will make Essex's politics headlines in 2026?Political reporter Simon Dedman looks at the biggest issues coming up in Essex this year.5 Jan 20269 Oct 2025Home Office accuses council of asylum 'untruth'Harlow Council claimed asylum seekers were planned to be housed in the town centre.9 Oct 202520 Aug 2025Council completes former office block purchaseHarlow Council exchanges contracts on Terminus House and wants to build new homes.20 Aug 202512 Aug 2025Date set for start of town centre transformation"This is not a dream or a distant plan - it's happening now," the leader of Harlow Council says.12 Aug 202524 Jun 2025Work to begin on £34m revamp of town centreAn arts and cultural quarter will be built during the landmark project in Essex.24 Jun 20257 Jun 2025Flats dubbed 'open prison' to be redevelopedA Brutalist office block controversially converted into accommodation is to be bought by a council.7 Jun 20259 May 2025Order to leave fire-risk flats 'like being shot'Essex fire service says it would be "highly irresponsible" not to order the closure of the building.9 May 2025...