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HMRC is urging parents to opt-in for Child Benefit as changes come into force, with many more now eligible and easier ways to pay back charges

The UK is set to get a taste of summer in a matter of days with a “mini heatwave” on the way as temperatures reach 27C degrees

Removing pebbles from a beach can see offenders fined up to £1,000 as a penalty.

Dog owners are being warned to check when travelling to a beach or they could be fined up to £1,000 from May 1.

Grass seeds can cause lots of problems for dogs - here's the symptoms to look out for, how to prevent them getting stuck and the treatment available.

Fire crews from Colchester, Braintree, Clacton Tiptree, Weeley and West Mersea were called to a fire at an industrial unit at Commerce Park

Entrepreuners Charlotte Houlihan and Elsa Anderfelt met at Essex University and soon learnt they had something in common – caring for animals.

It coincides with Men's Mental Health Week.

London Gatwick has said it is ready to accept tougher limits on aircraft noise and public transport needs in an effort to get the green light for its expansion plans.

Some 250,000 mourners paid their respects to Pope Francis over a three-day lying-in-state, the Vatican said on the eve of his funeral.

The Princess Royal has remembered “brave Anzacs” in their own words during a dawn service in north-west Turkey where thousands fell 110 years ago.

Water company bosses face up to two years in prison if they cover up illegal sewage spills under new laws coming into force on Friday.

Colchester United take on Salford City in League Two

Colchester United boss Danny Cowley on Salford City clash

Colchester United striker Samson Tovide set for milestone appearance

Colchester United head coach Danny Cowley on Jamie McDonnell