Cann Hall Ward, Clacton - News and Views

26/10/2026

THINKING OF STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS...........

Essex Innovation Fund for start-ups, SMEs and social enterprises
The EGA, in partnership with the University of Essex, are pleased to announce that the Essex Innovation Fund has now launched, so please help to share across your employer networks.

The Fund will provide grants of up to £15,000 to start-ups, SMEs and social enterprises based in Essex or with significant operations in the county. Funding is available via 3 strands:

Explore - grants of up to £5,000 to test early-stage ideas and assess market opportunities
Develop - grants from £5,000 to £15,000 to pilot and refine innovative products, services or processes
Scale - up to £15,000 worth of specialist support from the University of Essex
To find out more information, visit Innovate Essex Fund https://www.essexgrowthagency.co.uk/business/finance/innovate-essex-fund and view the Innovate Essex Prospectus.


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26/10/2026

It's that time again - The Police Fire and Crime Commisioner would like your thoughts on the propsed police precept - this is one of the amounts we pay via our Council Tax. This is your chance to have an input so don't waste it.

Roger Hirst, Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex is seeking feedback from residents, businesses, partners and stakeholders on the proposed policing precept for 2027/28. The precept is the portion of Council Tax that helps fund local policing and community safety services across Essex. Your views are important in helping to inform decision-making on future investment and priorities.

We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey and, where possible, share it through your own networks and communication channels to encourage wider participation.

Complete the survey here: PFCC Precept Survey https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/PFCCPrecept2027-28/

The survey will remain open until 25th November 2026.

Have Your Say: Funding for Policing and Fire Services in Essex 2027/28Each year, the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) for Essex sets a local precept – the portion of your council tax that helps fund Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service.

16/10/2026

Are you a small community group looking for some funding?
Do you know who your Essex County Councillor is?
They each have £10,000 to give to small groups in their divisions, but you need to contact them to find out more about it.

Get their emails on the website or contact me if you need help.

16/09/2026

HELP SHAPE DIGITAL HEALTH IN ESSEX

We have already received hundreds of responses from people across Essex, providing valuable insight into how residents use digital health and care services, what works well, and where improvements could be made. The feedback will help inform the development of a new digital health and care strategy for Essex.

We've heard a wide range of views about topics including:

The NHS App and online services
Access to digital devices and the internet
Confidence using technology
Accessibility and digital inclusion
Privacy and information security
Future technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare
Thank you if you've already had your say.

However, we want to hear from even more people before the survey closes on 30 September. Whether you use digital services regularly, occasionally, or prefer other ways of accessing care, your experience matters.

Your views will help us ensure future digital health and care services are:

Easy to use
Accessible to everyone
Better connected
Designed around the needs of local people
If you haven't completed the survey yet, there's still time to get involved.

✅ Usually takes no more than 5 minutes to complete
✅ Anonymous
✅ Open until 30 September

Share your thoughts by taking our survey

https://virtualviews.essex.icb.nhs.uk/your-essex-your-health-your-digital-future?utm_source=e-shot&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Essex+ICB%3a+Digital+Strategy+-+follow+up+Cllrs%2fParish+Councils

We know that not everyone has access to the internet or feels comfortable completing online surveys. If you or someone you know would prefer a paper copy, please get in touch and we'll be happy to provide one.

Our Insight Bank brings together engagement reports from surveys and consultations we have carried out, alongside research, feedback and insight from organisations and partners across Essex.

NHS Essex
Seax House, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford CM1 1QH

We’re developing a new digital strategy for health and care across Essex and want your views. People have told us that digital tools can make it easier to access services, information and support, but they don’t work equally well for everyone. This short survey will

18/08/2026

Additional recycling boxes being delivered to households across Tendring as part of expanded collection scheme

Each household across Tendring is being delivered an extra recycling box as part of the roll-out of expanded collections in the district.

From October residents will be able to recycle glass at the kerb-side, using the additional green box provided, along with more plastics including pots, tubs and trays, juice cartons and other materials.

The change has been introduced as part of a new contract between Tendring District Council (TDC) and waste contractors Veolia, to improve the service offered and comply with new legislation.

Deliveries began this week (17 August), and alongside the extra container households will also receive leaflets explaining how to use the box, along with their new recycling calendar from October.

The vast majority of homes will see no change to their collections – other than being able to recycle glass on their green collection week – though a small number of properties will see their red/green collection weeks’ change around. In one area, Point Clear, residents will also have a change to their collection day; more information is being provided to these households directly, and there are no changes until October.

Adrian Smith, TDC Cabinet Member for Environment, encouraged people to start preparing for recycling glass from home.

“This is an exciting change to our recycling offer, meaning people can recycle glass directly from their home – making it much easier for residents,” Councillor Smith said.

“With boxes being delivered this week by our contractor Veolia, we are now gearing up for this change to come into effect in early October.

“I’d urge everyone to read and keep the material provided with the additional box as it contains lots of useful information including your recycling calendar and top tips on what you can recycle too.”

Although glass collections do not commence until October, residents can use the additional container now for currently recycled material on their usual collection day. Further information is available on the Tendring District Council website, including some Frequently Asked Questions.

13/08/2026

Today's the day - if you haven't voted already the polling stations are open until 10pm.
Do your research and use your vote well but be aware, the following rules apply to all parties.
Report it if you get pestered

30/06/2026

Family fun day to bring tenants and communities together in Clacton

Residents are invited to a free family fun day at Clacton’s Rush Green Recreation Ground, with a packed programme of activities for children, opportunities to access support services and ways for tenants to get more involved in their communities.

Tendring District Council’s (TDC) Housing Tenant Involvement Team will be running the event, which will feature a range of attractions including a bouncy castle and soft play, mini Shetland ponies, a face painter, live music and sports activities, on Wednesday, 29 July, from 10am to 4pm.

A number of support organisations are also expected to attend, including Peabody, Bill Clinic, Parents 1st, Essex Police and Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, helping to make the day both enjoyable and informative.

As well as offering a great day out for families, the event will give residents and council tenants the chance to speak to services face to face, find out more about local support and learn how they can help shape housing and community services through tenant involvement.

Andy Baker, Tendring District Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning, said: “We hope residents will come along, enjoy the activities on offer and take the opportunity to speak to us and our partner organisations.”

Tenant Panel chair Carol McDougall said: “This event is a great opportunity for tenants and families to come together, enjoy the activities on offer and have informal conversations about the services and support available to them.

“The Tenant Panel is about making sure residents’ views and experiences are heard, and days like this help show that getting involved can be friendly, practical and worthwhile.”

The event forms part of the council’s wider work to strengthen tenant involvement, bring services closer to residents in a relaxed and accessible setting, and gather feedback on how services can be improved.

It will also help raise awareness of estate walkabouts, drop-ins and other ways residents can engage with housing and community services.

The day will also highlight opportunities such as the Tenant Panel, which is made up of volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds and works closely with TDC to help ensure housing services reflect the tenant experience. The aim is to encourage new members to get involved, including younger tenants who want to help shape how the housing service is run.

Tenants and leaseholders who want to help shape our housing services are invited to complete a short online application form. To get involved, go to https://tendring-self.achieveservice.com/en/service/Customer_Involvement_Register.

02/06/2026

You've got to be in it to win it!

Win Clacton Airshow hospitality tickets and stay in the know with Tendring District Council
Find out what’s happening across Tendring, from local events to major updates, with Tendring District Council’s weekly e-newsletter.
To celebrate the newsletter, new and existing subscribers will be entered into a prize draw to win two Friday hospitality tickets for this year’s Clacton Airshow.
Taking place this summer on 27-28 August, the popular airshow features spectacular flying displays – including the RAF Red Arrows – along with a packed programme of seafront entertainment, making it one of the district’s highlight events.
Mark Stephenson, TDC Leader, said the newsletter was a great way for residents to stay connected with what’s happening in their area.
“We know people lead busy lives, and this newsletter is a simple way to stay informed about the things that matter most – from job opportunities and local events to council decisions and consultations,” Councillor Stephenson said.
“It’s also a chance to celebrate the fantastic things happening across our district, and to make sure residents don’t miss out on opportunities to get involved.
“I’d encourage everyone to sign up – and with a great prize like Clacton Airshow hospitality tickets on offer, there’s never been a better time to do so.”
The prize draw is open to both new and current subscribers, with the winner chosen at random based on subscribers signed up by 19 July, with regular reminders shared across council channels.
The tickets are for the hospitality area at Clacton Airshow, run by Black Jacket events, and include a two-course meal, welcome drink, and access to the VIP viewing area. Tickets retail at £65 each.

26/05/2026

OVER 16 AND WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN ACTING -
Open auditions announced for The Crucible at Clacton’s Princes Theatre
The Princes Acting Centre has announced open auditions for its forthcoming production of Arthur Miller’s gripping classic The Crucible, which will be staged at Clacton’s Princes Theatre.
Directed by theatre practitioner and drama educator Melissa Wenn, the production will feature an adult cast alongside younger performers from Princes Youth Theatre in the children’s roles.
The show will be put on at the Tendring District Council-run (TDC) theatre from 29 to 31 October 2026.
Set during the Salem witch trials of 1692, The Crucible explores fear, suspicion and mass hysteria, and the devastating consequences for a community consumed by accusation and panic. Widely regarded as one of the greatest plays of the twentieth century, it remains as relevant and thought-provoking today as ever.
The production follows the launch of a new series of adult acting workshops led by Melissa earlier this year.
Since April, the sessions have attracted strong interest from adults across the area looking to rediscover a passion for theatre, build confidence and develop their acting skills in a supportive and creative environment.
Melissa said: “I have been absolutely amazed by the popularity of the adult acting workshops.
“It has highlighted a real need and enthusiasm for acting opportunities for adults locally.
“The response has been incredibly encouraging, and The Crucible felt like the perfect next step, a challenging, exciting and important play that offers fantastic opportunities for performers.”
Open auditions for The Crucible will take place at the Princes Theatre on Saturday, 20 June, 2026.
Anyone aged 16 and over is encouraged to audition, regardless of prior experience, with the Princes Acting Centre welcoming performers of all backgrounds and abilities.
Councillor Gary Scott, TDC’s Cabinet Member for Arts, Culture and Heritage, added: “The team at the Princes Acting Centre have worked tirelessly to bring this exciting opportunity to the stage, creating valuable opportunities for local performers and helping to raise aspirations across our community.
“We are incredibly proud of the talent and dedication within our council-run venue, and I would encourage anyone with an interest in performance to get involved and residents to support what promises to be a powerful and memorable production.”
For further information about the auditions, please email [email protected].

06/05/2026

Well tomorrow is the big day.
Please use your vote, If you don't vote then really you are voting for whoever wins whether you agree with them or not.

If you read the leaflet you will have seen that myself and Geeta are endorsing our fellow Independent councillor Mark Stephenson. He has already helped us to get things done in Cann Hall and his experience and advice as essex councillor for Clacton East (before the boundary changes) has been invaluable. With those changes Cann Hall is a new, though not unknown, area for him to be representing; so if he becomes our Essex County Councillor think how much more he could get done.

Oh, and if you haven't got around to putting your postal vote in the post you can drop it of at the polling station.
I'll be at Cann Hall school , so hopefully see some of you there. 🙂