Basildon Borough Council7 hrs agoThe homes row brewing in the town with no planBasildon faces government pressure to adopt a homes plan as a legal challenge looms.7 hrs ago2 days agoGovernment warned council over 'unlawful' housing voteLabour says it would consider legal action related to a council's failure to create a new local plan.2 days ago22 Oct 2026'End of an era' as store closes after 41 yearsKam & Co was one of the first stores to open in the Eastgate Shopping Centre in 1985.22 Oct 202614 Sept 2026Council backs legal action over homes planThe Conservative administration thinks the government "effectively nationalised" its local plan.14 Sept 202615 Aug 2026Unauthorised sites are growing but travellers say they are forced to break the lawThe government says such developments are unacceptable – so why do they keep springing up?15 Aug 202610 Aug 2026More houses needed for young people, says councilAndy Barnes says expensive properties are failing to sell in Basildon and smaller homes are needed.10 Aug 202616 Jul 2026Investigation launched into Basildon CouncilThe government says it has "concerns about member conduct and culture" at the local authority.16 Jul 20262 Jun 2026Council is close to selling off listed flatsThe 1960s tower block has had flooding issues and the council is looking for a private investor.2 Jun 202622 May 2026Tory and Reform deal in place to run councilThe Conservatives will run Basildon Borough Council, with the support of Nigel Farage's party.22 May 2026...
