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Local authority based in Saffron Walden, NW Essex. Find service updates, latest news and council jobs here. Monitored by the Communications Team M-F/9-5

Saffron Walden
Joined August 2011
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: District Council breakdown
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Uttlesford District Council has awarded a grant of £150,000 to Saffron Walden Community Football Club (SWCFC) towards their project to deliver a 3G artificial grass pitch.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
A huge thank you goes out to our critical front line staff who've been working hard over the last few weeks to keep our services going.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Elsenham & Henham
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
3 years
Students from Bedazzle helped us to say a huge Thank You to shops in #SaffronWalden for keeping customers safe & Thank You to everyone for wearing masks. Please continue to be mindful of others, particularly vulnerable people, whilst shopping/visiting our town centres. Thank You.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Happy #internationalwomensday2018 ! Here at UDC female staff outnumber the male staff and although there is a small gender pay gap it's in favour of women.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
3 years
This month is Gypsy Roma Traveller history month. This month #MakeSomeSpace to learn about Gypsy Roma and Traveller history and culture. @GypsyTravellers have put together these great resources. #GRTHM2021
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
We're attending the premiere of the Saffron Walden promotional video tonight @Saffronscreen #mysw #ourday
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
UDC is proud to be flying the Rainbow Flag 🏳️‍🌈 at our London Road offices today ahead of Essex Pride on Saturday 15 June and in ongoing support of the LGBTQi+ communities. It's flying high despite the rain. 💦🌈
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Stansted South & Birchanger
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Great Dunmow South & Barnston
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
We're flying the 🏳️‍🌈Rainbow Flag🏳️‍🌈 today to mark the launch of the @Saffronscreen 🌈 Rainbow Film Festival🌈 this weekend.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Saffron Walden Shire
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Newport
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Starting tomorrow, a free vintage bus service into Saffron Walden town centre to help with your Christmas shopping courtesy of @SaffShopLocal . #mysw
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Irresponsible dog owners could be fined up to £1,000 if they're caught. It's not about the risk of a fine though, it's just downright nasty.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
We're at the Uttlesford Community Hub with the @UDCCommunities team, @Mind_West_Essex , @waitrose , @cvs_uttlesford and other partners to sign the #TimeToChange pledge on #WorldMentalHealthDay
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Today is #InternationalNursesDay and Florence Nightingale's 200th birthday. 2020 is also the #YearOfTheNurseAndMidwife #ShineALight #LightUpBlue Saffron Walden Castle
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Here is what we recommend that you do if you suspect that someone is involved in hare coursing or you see suspicious activity. #uttlesford
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
We are loving these wonderful knitted scenes that have appeared all over Great Dunmow. Well done to the fabulous Knit and Natter group who created them - a truly heart warming gesture to cheer up the whole community this Christmas. #GreatDunmow
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
Plans to increase the passenger cap at Stansted Airport have been refused by Uttlesford District Council's Planning Committee at an extraordinary meeting today (24 January)
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
In April our waste crews collected a whopping 1,079 tonnes of dry recycling – 73 tonnes more than in the period after Christmas despite a reduction in team numbers. Thank you to everyone for your patience and support you have given the crews. #ThankYouThursday
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
It's over 30 degrees out there right now. Remember what our Animal Warden Sue said about walking dogs in the middle of the day? SPOILER: She said "Don't."
@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Another reminder from our Animal Warden Sue in this hot weather, "If you can’t walk your dog very early or late in the day, then don’t. Not having a walk won’t hurt them, but the heat can!" @The_Blue_Cross
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
It's #InternationalDayOfHappiness today, and while there are many things in the world that may divide or upset us, why not try and focus on something today that brings us together or makes us smile? #maybetryittomorrowaswell
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Debden & Wimbish
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
3 years
Essex County Council elections Stansted Division Bianca Donald (R4U): 1,984 Debra Gold (Green): 407 Ray Gooding (Con): 2,547* Khan (Lib Dem): 1,372 Samantha Naik (Lab): 395 *Elected: Ray Gooding (Con) Turn out was 40.3% #EssexElections2021
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Residents of Hempstead went out litter picking for an hour yesterday and collected nine bags of rubbish from the roadsides of the village. @ZilchUK @KeepBritainTidy #litter
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULTS: Ashdon
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
We know that moving to the High level COVID alert from tomorrow is tough. But we need to put the brakes on coronavirus sooner rather than later. The most amazing thing about our district is our community, so let's work together to keep us all safe. 👍 #StaySafeEssex
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
As part of Dementia Action Week @SaffronHallSW is hosting two Together In Sound sessions on Friday 25 May at the Salvation Army Hall. #DAW2018 @sw_dementia_aa @LiveWellLocal #dementiafriendlyuttlesford @UDCCommunities
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Stansted North
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
@Lin_Manuel
Lin-Manuel Miranda
6 years
Gmorning. Sometimes there are garbage trucks blocking every road. They’re doing their job & so are you. Peace to the garbage trucks & the folks just doing their job, Peace to a world that sometimes puts us at cross purposes, & peace to you, on your way, in as long as it takes.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Don't forget...
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
The turn-out in Saffron Walden is 72.86% which means we're counting 63,404 ballot papers #GE2019
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Don't forget, if our bin lorries can't get through, neither can a fire engine or ambulance. #parksafe #parksensible
@BBCEssex
BBC Essex
6 years
. @UttlesfordDC says poor parking has led to rubbish not being collected when it should be on one street in #Stansted . Refuse crews say their vehicle has been unable to get into West Road for the past three weeks due to inconsiderate drivers.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Thaxted & the Eastons
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
We are supporting the Covid-19 testing programme by distributing PCR tests from Turpin’s Bowls Club in Saffron Walden & Rowena Davey Centre in Dunmow for anyone without symptoms. Find out more: . #StaySafeEssex
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
#SaffronWalden will see an increase of officers Dedicated officers focusing on issues that are impacting your community. Read:
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Felsted & Stebbing
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Saffron Walden Audley
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Our flag is flying at half-mast today as a mark of respect for Cllr Alan Storah who passed away suddenly over the weekend. His passing has been a complete shock to us all and we offer our deepest sympathies to his family and friends at this terribly sad time.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
The turnout for Saffron Walden is in ... 74.1% #GE2017
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Today we're marking #MerchantNavyDay by flying the red ensign to honour the men and women who kept supplies coming into the country during both World Wars. The merchant navy is now responsible for 90% of the UK's imports, including almost half of all our food.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
After many weeks hard work from the web team, we have launched our new website. Same address: , but with a clean new look that makes it much easier to view on mobile devices. We'd love to hear what you think.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Honour the Heroes of #VEDay75 and Protect the Heroes of today Over the Bank Holiday weekend, please stay home and save lives.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
2 years
Earlier this week, Jake passed his Large Goods Vehicle driving test. Jake’s training has been funded by the Council. He is among the first of small group to have passed their test and will help fill the current gap in LGV drivers across the Country. Congratulations Jake!
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Stansted Mountfitchet War Memorial Tomorrow morning the council will be represented at the Remembrance Service there, as well as the services at Dunmow and in Saffron Walden. #remembrance #therebutnotthere #lestweforget
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Congratulations to @geraintthomas86 on his #tdf2018 win. Here he is whizzing through Saffron Walden in the 2014 Tour. HT to @ailecphoto for the inspiration to check our archives.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
It's #internationalcatday 🐱 and here at UDC we have an unofficial mascot (mascat?) in the form of regular visitor Jonesy (although @saffronhallsw might argue that we share him)
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Each household in Uttlesford is staunchly defended by a pair of green and black lidded bins, with a kitchen caddy cadet in training. They will not allow a blue bin incursion in our district AND you don't have to wait until March to use them!
@MyDoncaster
City of Doncaster Council
7 years
Here's the full story of how our new glorious leaders, the blue bins, led a #Binvasion to improve our waste and recycling service. We're glad to welcome them!
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
8 years
Following the attack in Nice yesterday, the council has been flying the flag at half-mast today.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
Fleur, our Safeguarding Officer and PC Helen Stewart @EPUttlesford delivering a training session to businesses as part of the ‘Spot it Stop it’ scheme to raise awareness of child exploitation
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
10 years
It's a picture postcard day down at the market in Saffron Walden. http://t.co/X9qnRtwqfl
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Don't let the weather put you off, you don't get a rainbow without a bit of rain. It's #ClapForOurCarers night!
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
8 years
Thanks to all who notified us of dumped windscreens on Wicken Road. Our crew has confirmed that all 12 tonnes(!) of glass has been removed.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Broad Oak and the Hallingburys
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
It's 8.30am, and our offices at London Road are now open to the public until 5pm. Our front desk Customer Service advisors are here to help with any queries, and the @EssexPoliceUK desk is also open. #OurDay
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
3 years
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias . Happy #IWD2022 !
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
1/6 Recycling and waste collection crews are working hard on the frontline every day to ensure our district's bins are collected. Here’s how you can help them provide this vital service to our district… #keyworkers #keyworkerHeroes #COVID19 #KeepingEssexSafe
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
Please clean up after your dog when you take them out. Our patrols *will* issue on-the-spot penalties if you don't.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Due to the snow there will be no bin collections today. Please leave your bins out and they will be collected when conditions allow.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Great Dunmow North
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
2 years
This afternoon we held the local Proclamation of King Charles III. An introduction was made by Deputy Lord Lieutenant Lorna Rolfe, before Chair of the Council Cllr Heather Asker read the Proclamation. Thank you to all those who attended.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
The breakdown of the votes for the Saffron Walden Constituency: Kemi Badenoch (Cons) - 39,714 Mike Hibbs (Lib Dem) - 12,120 Thomas van de Bilt (Lab) - 8,305 Coby Wing (Green) - 2,947 #GE2019
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Takeley
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
The following have all got a 5 in the @foodgov #FHRS
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
A reminder you have until midnight tonight to register to vote in the European Parliamentary elections, and until 5pm tomorrow (Wednesday) to apply for a postal or proxy vote - see or for details.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
8 years
Today we are flying our flag at half-mast and will do so until further notice, in memory of PC Palmer and the other victims in Westminster.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Nothing to worry about, did you hear it? #sonicboom
@air_intel
Air & Sea Intel
4 years
✈️RAF 🇬🇧 Typhoon ZK357 QRA jet heading south
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
1 year
💙 NHS 75 💙 Saffron Walden Castle will be lit up in blue this evening to mark the 75th birthday of the NHS and show appreciation for NHS workers, past and present. For more information visit #NHS75 #LightUpBlue #saffronwaldencastle #saffronwalden
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
B/information: This week’s waste collections, starting tomorrow, will be for your green recycling bin and brown kitchen caddy.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
@cmcel123 @essexhighways @waldenscratch @EssexPoliceUK @BBCEssex Hi, Bloor have told us that they will be restoring the land to its original condition. They should be taking the flags down now and will be working to clear the site completely as quickly as they can. Thank you kindly.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
3 years
Newly established business in Saffron Walden @saffronsagedeli shows us the measures they’ve implemented to keep their customers safe and happy while they shop in their deli. Shop local and shop safely at Saffron & Sage, Saffron Walden #saffronwalden #uttlesford
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
2 years
The results from yesterday's by-election for the Great Dunmow South and Barnston ward: Tom Loveday (Con) has been elected councillor with 375 votes Turnout: 16.4%
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
Make the best use of what you have and reduce your waste.
@LFHW_UK
Love Food Hate Waste
4 years
⭐ An essential reminder ⭐ More food storage tips: #LoveFoodHateWaste #BeyondBestBefore #DateLabels
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
Elsenham & Henham Rory Gleeson (LD), Elizabeth Parr (LD) http://t.co/4FY8l7sUIZ
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
A disappointing lack of #dogsatpollingstations so far when our colleagues across the hall at Box 50 have had four already.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
Get in touch if you need help or support during the coronavirus pandemic, or want to volunteer in your community.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
4 years
The UDC elves have been hard at work putting up the tree at London Rd. To contact us pls visit our website: email uconnect @uttlesford .gov.uk or call 01799 510 510. Our offices remain closed to face-to-face contact but we are providing services as usual.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
5 years
RESULT: Saffron Walden Castle (Reposted owing to administrative error on some results, there is no change to the persons elected)
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
1 year
Results for Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts Ward #uttlesfordelections2023
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Two cases of fly-tipping have resulted in substantial fines after two people were found guilty of illegally disposing of waste in Uttlesford.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
#NorthEssex is open for business. Attending #MIPIMUK ? We are at @MIPIMWorld today and tomorrow. Come and find out more about the North Essex Opportunity.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Isabel from @the_young_fdn speaks to the assembly about engaging local communities.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
We apologise to residents of West Road in Stansted for the non-collection of bins for the third week in a row, but once again inconsiderately parked cars have prevented access. Crews are as frustrated as you are.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
The High Sheriff also stopped at the Common car park where new signs aim to reduce anti-social behaviour and visited @FelstedSchool to observe some Roadsters sessions.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
1 year
The count has now started! This is where votes will be counted into bundles of 20 to ascertain the number of votes given for each candidate. #uttlesfordelections2023
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Our Ashdon lorry, which our operations manager is crewing on, has just deposited almost seven tonnes of recycling at the tip. They're now heading back to Saffron Walden and Sewards End. The Dunmow crews have done 14 tonnes so far this morning.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
Sheltered housing officer Maureen and resident Rita putting up wall art at redecorated Norman Court. #ourday
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
1 year
Here are some videos and images if you didn't get the chance to see the race in person. If you have any photos you want to share please feel free, tag us and use the hashtag #SWClassique2023 Take a glimpse of the start and the pack leaving #saffronwalden 👇 @RideLondon
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
For the month of November we have a Tommy silhouette outside our main offices as part of the #therebutnotthere campaign to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War on Sunday 11 November. #Remembrance #LestWeForget
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Essex Police has announced 150 new police officer posts will be created to fight and prevent crime in communities across the county over the next year. That's nine extra officers for #Uttlesford and #Braintree districts. Read more:
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
We could argue that this was a test, but we think you know better than that. Don't worry, we'll remind you again closer to the time 😉
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
6 years
Since #OurDay2017 the @UDCCommunities team have joined us on Twitter. Why not follow them and see what they do for the local community? #OurDay #community
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
9 years
Its about to start - the film about Saffron Walden #OurDay #mysw @Saffronscreen
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
Courtesy of @EssexPoliceUK , a look at just some of what they've been doing around Uttlesford over the last month.
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@UttlesfordDC
Uttlesford DC
7 years
We appreciate that the bin situation has not been the easiest of times for everybody and are pleased that your concern for the condition of the district is so vocal, but please try to keep conversations civil. We are all neighbours after all.
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