We hope everyone has had a relaxing and restful August. The Summer holidays are a perfect opportunity for everyone to take a breath and gear up for a productive Autumn.  Whilst our team have been enjoying the weather, we can’t say it’s been a quiet August here at the Essex Chambers. Read More

In celebration of local rail operator c2c Railway’s continuing sponsorship of Southend United, new artwork of the club and its players has been installed at Southend Central station for the start of the 2025/26 season. The new artwork has been installed by Estuary Signs and shows the players, Read More

GFM ClearComms has officially launched a fresh new look, signalling a dynamic new chapter for the family-owned, award-winning outsourced contact-centre based in Colchester.  The rebrand, unveiled across social media recently, introduces a clean and modern visual identity that reflects the company’s Read More

Textile waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the UK. According to WRAP, around 300,000 tonnes of clothing end up in landfill every year. For retailers, the benefits of textile recycling go beyond doing “the right thing”. Here’s why it matters: Cost savings: Read More

Businesses are being invited to help shape the future of transport in the county, following the launch of a consultation on the new Essex transport strategy. The strategy,  ‘A Better Connected Essex’, will help guide transport in Essex over the coming years, setting out how transport Read More

Picture this. It’s Monday morning. Your inbox is overflowing. The sales team is chasing leads, the marketing team is launching a new email campaign, and your customer service manager has just called to say they can’t find the record of a client who rang last week with a problem. In business, Read More

At the end of 2024, ransomware was highlighted as the most significant cyber threat to UK organisations. With notable incidents such as the attack on Synnovis, a key NHS supplier, exemplifying the human and financial consequences of such cyber incidents; it is more important than ever to ensure your Read More

A dedicated team member from Old Park Meadow natural burial ground recently took to the skies in a thrilling charity skydive, successfully raising over £2,400 for Farleigh Hospice. The incredible feat of bravery and generosity was supported by a Read More

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service proudly hosted the 2025 Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA) Summer Conference, leading national conversations on inclusion, leadership and the role of emergency services in supporting and protecting the communities Read More

For many years, we have been proud supporters of Colchester United, standing alongside the club through highs, lows, and everything in between. As the local team, the U’s are more than just a football club – they are part of the heartbeat of our community, bringing people together and inspiring Read More

Indian Made Easy is a delicious collection of more than 70 authentic, easy-to-follow Indian recipes from BBC MasterChef UK 2023 Finalist Anurag Aggarwal from Langdon Hills, Essex. The book is filled with modern, vibrant dishes which preserve the heart Read More

LapSafe®, a long-established leader in smart locker and charging solutions, has announced the launch of its latest innovation: the AI Smart Locker. This marks another significant step in the company’s ongoing investment in technology that helps Read More

Newly created role reflects growth and ambition for the future A new southern regional director of payroll covering Essex has been named by Azets, the UK’s specialist business advisor to SMEs. Chris Waterson, who has been with the UK top 10 accountancy firm for six years, has been promoted Read More

Levett Consultancy, a trusted provider of cutting-edge Google cloud solutions for businesses and educational institutions across the UK, is delighted to announce the successful retention of its highly valued Google Expert Status in multiple critical areas. This ongoing validation from Google reinforces Read More

Recruitment is now open for the second phase of Essex & Suffolk Water’s apprenticeship-drive – making 2025 a record-breaking year for intake. The company, which successfully recruited 28 apprentices earlier this year, is now looking for a further 20 trainees across its water supply Read More

As we continue moving towards a more digital approach to document processing, now is a good time to refresh your understanding of the difference between Standard and Express applications within the eCert system. Standard Applications These should be used when your customer requires a wet stamp Read More

Did you know? 82% of managers are “accidental managers” – but what could that mean for your business? Current research shows that 82% of managers are “accidental managers”. These are people that become managers with no experience or qualifications. Although internal development and promotion is good for business, Read More

It’s time for the reins at natural food ingredient firm EDME, to be handed over.  After six years at the helm, Mark Hodson is retiring. He entrusts the leadership of the wholegrain ingredient makers to Andrew Shentall, a colleague from sister Read More

We have reached a huge milestone since we started A S Mullett Ltd back in 2020 – our 200th certified client! We have worked with many clients over the last 5 years in so many different industries including, Architects, Construction, IT Providers, Manufactures, HR and Aerospace to name a few. We Read More

Modern slavery and human trafficking are serious criminal offences that involve the exploitation of vulnerable people. Victims may be moved across borders or within countries by criminal gangs through false promises, coercion or threats using migration routes, supply chains and legal loopholes. They Read More

The Palace Theatre welcomes Original Theatre’s production Murder at Midnight, the brand-new comedy thriller from Torben Betts, as it tours to Southend in October.  Directed by Philip Franks, Murder at Midnight will star stage and screen Read More

London Stansted is marking International Youth Day by highlighting the many ways it supports young people across the region, from mentoring and career advice to hands-on training, youth forums, and now an exciting new work experience scheme. Held annually Read More

Our Private Round Table Series continued last month with a discussion on the power of storytelling and community in sports sponsorship activation. A panel of leading marketing and partnership experts gathered at the Kia Oval to discuss how storytelling and community engagement are reshaping the way Read More

At WE Talent, we’re passionate about helping Essex businesses hire well, retain talent, and lead with confidence.  This month, we’ve launched WE Talent Monthly – a newsletter designed to share practical insights, candidate priorities, success stories, and the challenges we see across the local employment market. Our August Read More

On Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September, Toby Freeman, founder and CEO of The Robin Cancer Trust, the UK’s only germ cell cancer charity, will take on the next stage of his ‘Big Ballsy Challenge’, by running 100km (62 miles) along Read More

Essex has once again been recognised as a global leader in environmental action, receiving an ‘A’ rating from CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) for the third consecutive year.  This accolade places Essex County Council among just 114 cities, states, and regions worldwide Read More

What was billed as “the world’s largest-ever collection of historic and modern rolling stock”, The Greatest Gathering, took place at Alstom’s Litchurch Lane site in Derby as part of Railway 200. Greater Anglia (GA) proudly attended the momentous event, held from 1-3 August, Read More