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Castle Point Plan Consultation

We’ve set out a bold, community-led strategy for sustainable growth across the Borough. The Castle Point Plan will set out where new development will be allocated, how much affordable housing will be built and more up to 2043.

Please give us your views in our consultation 

Local Government Reorganisation

In late 2024, the central government announced that Councils in England must combine into new Unitary Authorities. This means you’ll have one, larger Authority managing most of your local services.

In late September 2025, we will present our business case for 5 new Unitary Authorities to the central government to be considered. You won't see a change in your Local Authority until 2028 and services will continue to run as usual.

We will keep this page updated with relevant information to keep you informed on how you may be affected by this change.

Find out more: A stronger Greater Essex | Essex Local Government Reorganisation Hub

See more about what The Government announced in the English Devolution Whitepaper.