Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said employers should be able to decide if their staff can wear burkas in the workplace. Mrs Badenoch also said people who come to her constituency surgeries must ...

A major crash has caused serious disruption at Rayleigh Spur roundabout and is affecting traffic on the A130 and A1245.

The Prince of Wales called on world leaders to “think big” to save the ocean, as he gave a speech in Monaco after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron. William was speaking at the Blue Economy and ...

Rovers’ new era will begin in earnest when they return to Super League action against Catalans Dragons on Friday and captain Elliot Minchella believes the manner of his side’s win, despite being ...

Ian Russell told Sir Keir Starmer to ‘act decisively’ in toughening legislation to protect young people online.

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Basildon restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed. Environmental health officers have been busy this fortnight ...

West Leigh School enjoyed two days of fitness fun as Jump Warehouse brought in mini-trampolines for energetic Boogie Bounce sessions. Set to high-tempo music, the sessions were filled with laughter ...

Canvey Island Town Council is inviting serving or ex-Armed Forces personnel to take part in its Armed Forces Day parade. This event, planned for Saturday, June 28, 2025, honours the courage and ...

Richard Holden, MP for Basildon and Billericay, attended the Billericay Dementia Action Week open morning at the Chantry Centre. Organised by the Billericay Dementia Friendly Community, the event ...

Wales head to Belgium for Monday’s crunch World Cup qualifier in confident mood. Craig Bellamy extended his unbeaten start as manager to nine games with Friday’s 3-0 victory over Liechtenstein as ...

Westcliff High School for Boys has kicked off the term with a musical performance. The Summer Chamber Recital showcased the school's most talented musicians, from lower school pupils to upper sixth ...

A TRAIN line is blocked this morning as emergency services are "dealing with an incident" near Basildon. Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident between Basildon and Pitsea, the line is ...