Harwich Town Council

14/04/2026

We love being part of a community that depends on (and cares about!) the Haven as much as we do 💙

⚓ From supporting safe navigation to investing in local initiatives and protecting our environment, we’re always looking at how we can do more for the people who use and enjoy our waters.

That’s why we’ve launched our Stakeholder Survey 2026 - and we’d really like to hear from you.

💬 Whether you’re out on the water, part of a local business, or simply interested in the Haven, your views matter.

⏱️ It only takes a few minutes to complete
👉 Take the survey here: https://re-url.uk/WH3E

12/04/2026

Harwich Society member, Betty Holbrook MBE, sadly passed away this afternoon. Betty, was awarded the MBE in the Queen’s Birthdays Honours in 2019 for a lifetime of work dedicated to Harwich, she will be sadly missed by all.
Our thoughts are with Betty's family at this sad time.

12/04/2026

Essex County Council - Temporary Traffic Regulation Order, Kingsway,
https://one.network/?tm=GB149161792
📍Intended closure/introduction, one-way, Kingsway.
🗓️ Due to commence on 5th May 2026 for 190 days.
Further information contact: [email protected]

12/04/2026

Important update! ♻️

We’ve had a few reports of residents receiving incorrect waste collection calendars.
We can confirm there are no changes to residents’ current waste collection schedules.

Unfortunately, some households may have received the wrong calendar. This will be rectified, and a new, correct calendar will be delivered shortly.

In the meantime, please continue to present your waste in line with your previous calendar and the information available on our website. Thank you for your patience.

10/04/2026

The full list of candidates standing in Tendring for the upcoming Essex County Council elections has now been confirmed.

Voters will go to the polls on Thursday, 7 May.

Statements of Persons Nominated were published today, showing who will be standing in each of Tendring’s eight county council divisions.

To find out more, follow the link in the comments 👇

26/03/2026

We welcome today’s announcement from Government on the new configuration of local councils across Greater Essex, and we're pleased to see our preferred model for North East Essex adopted.

We will now work closely with partners across Greater Essex to deliver these changes in a smooth and effective way, ensuring minimal disruption for our residents.

We know many people will have questions. Over the coming weeks and months, we’ll be sharing updates and key information as the implementation plan develops.

We also welcome the clarity from Government about future election arrangements; with confirmation there will be elections to the new unitary council in May 2027, with councillors elected for an initial five-year term to cover the transition process.

In the meantime, we remain fully committed to providing excellent local services right up until Tendring District Council closes on 1 April 2028. We’ll also be working hard to make sure this re organisation creates real opportunities to deliver even better services in the future.

Follow the link in the comments for further information:

24/03/2026

Work has started on a series of improvement works around Dovercourt Town Centre and the nearby seafront.🚧

When you’re out and about, you may see the team from Ryebridge working on paths on the cliffs, in Cliff Park, around the Queen Victoria statue or on the Mill Lane underpass.

The work is being funded by the High Street Accelerator Green Spaces initiative which we are delivering with our partners Visit Harwich.

Another complementary scheme focussing on the town centre being run by Essex County Council will begin later this spring.

More details in the comments below 👇

18/03/2026

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been confirmed in Kent. Sadly, 2 people are known to have died. It's important to know the signs of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia. Get more info from NHS.
🔗 nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis

18/03/2026

JOB VACANCY
Seasonal Leisure Attendants
6th June 2026 – 31st August 2026

Shift hours as per weekly rota

11am – 4pm (Subject to change)

For the following periods

Weekends from June

Daily opening from 20th July – 31st Aug

(Additional dates may be added if weather permits)

Harwich Town Council is currently recruiting Seasonal Leisure Attendants to manage the putting green and crazy golf located at Lower Marine Parade, Dovercourt. 3 attendants will work on a rota basis throughout the summer season, offering roughly 19 shifts each. We are looking for applicants with excellent communication skills, and the ability to work without supervision. You will be required to provide a high level of customer care and be responsible for cash handling and day-to-day management of the facilities.

National Minimum/Living Wage, and hours are on an ad-hoc basis as work is weather dependent.

The role includes Sunday working and Lone working.

If you would like the opportunity to join our team, an application pack and further details https://www.harwichtowncouncil.gov.uk/vacancies/
or by contacting Ms Maree Ratcliffe, Assistant Clerk, on 01255 507211 (opt4) or by email on [email protected]

Closing date for applications: 30th March 2026

Interviews will be held on a date(s): 10th April 2026

Familiarisation will be held on: 30th May 2026

17/03/2026