Oil spill closes M25 lanes for 6 hours causing traffic delays - as it happened
Drivers were warned to avoid the area where possible
Man cut out from car by firefighters after Essex crash
The man was then rushed to hospital
Police trying to identify this man after Essex car park attack
A man, in his 20s, was reportedly assaulted
Basildon councillor has whip removed after old social media posts emerge
The leader of the council has taken action after the posts emerged
MPs and school leader back plans to increase capacity of new Essex special school
The project comes against the backdrop of a 25% increase in the number of children and young people in Essex special schools between 2019 and 2024
Where huge new arena stadium could be built in Basildon
The local council says the arena would be perfect for comedians, musicians
St Albans council garages can't be used for storage - but that could change soon
The garages can only be used for cars currently
Police hunt after man exposed himself on busy Essex road
The suspect is described as a white man in their 30s
Heat warning issued for Essex as scorching 31C forecast
People should check on elderly family and neighbours as temperatures rise today
Man arrested after 'gun fired' on Essex playing field
Detectives are still investigating to find out what happened
Plans for retirement complex on green belt land scaled back
Previous plans for the site that were due to be refused were withdrawn
Major roundabout set for 2 weeks of closures for essential works
Resurfacing work will be done with diversion routes in place
Search for company who will fix and maintain Essex roads underway
The current contract is set to expire in 2027
Danny Dyer shares moment he knew he needed to go to rehab
He said he realised he was 'slowly killing' himself
Jet2 issues 12-hour warning to anyone who's booked a flight this summer
They have issued crucial advice to travellers
Historic State Cinema could be turned into hotel with 'really encouraging' plans
It has been left out of use since it closed in the 80s
Primark's £14 red cotton trousers shoppers say are 'a vibe' for the summer
They are perfectly comfy and come in a range of colours
New Look shoppers 'can't wait' to wear 'super comfortable' £17 sandals all summer
'They're so comfy and practical'
Primark's £7 joggers shoppers say have 'answered their prayers'
They are available in a range of different colours
Ex-Love Islander reveals reason he wouldn't take part in hit ITV show again
He made a sly dig at a former Essex contestant who he was coupled up with
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