The Latest Breaking News from Essex

A Essex council has begun a legal fight with the Home Office over plans to house thousands of asylum seekers at a former RAF base.

In Essex, England, a half dozen police officers raided a pub and seized 15 golly dolls. The golly, also known as golliwog, is a cartoon character created in the 19th century based on blackface minstrel characters. The character was once widely used in advertising, and the dolls were popular children's…

The dolls are based on 18th century minelstry and are now regarded as racist caricatures

Guardian investigation also reveals stark differences between forces in approaches to recording complaints

Officers are appealing for the public's help and asking for witnesses to come forward after discovering a body in Harlow, Essex following reports of concerns for the man

White Hart Inn in Grays, which has been the subject of a reported hate crime, daubed with graffiti and has windows damaged

Warning: Some readers may find the following images offensive. Police are investigating after Essex pub the White Hart Inn, which was criticised for displaying offensive dolls, had its windows and doors smashed in

The Only Way Is Essex cast leave Brentwood behind for the sun-soaked beaches of Thailand in the most recent episode

Ollie Pope and Dom Sibley carried Surrey to a statement victory at the Oval with an unbroken stand of 193 in 30 overs