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The businessman whose shady deals contributed to bankrupting an Essex council has been warned he is "far from off the hook." However, the council has admitted that the scandal could cost the public £200m.

With houses that sport large gardens and properties full of character, this road is a popular place to live - and has recently been voted one of the best streets in the whole country

Tilbury was described as 'depressing' with 'an air of violence' by a YouTube channel named 'Turdtowns', who ranked the worst places in Essex - also listing Jaywick, Basildon, Clacton and Southend

The road sign was spotted by Chelmsford locals, who quickly picked up on the unfortunate error, as Essex Highways confirms it'll make sure a replacement is installed as soon as possible

An odd odour coming from nearby Birghtlingsea is under an 'ongoing investigation', with the stench sparking over 30 complaints in just one day over June, followed by 12 more

Leala Vanbest just wanted to have as much fun as her daughter when she jumped into a baby swing in Essex. But she didn't think that one hour later she'd be cut out by four laughing firefighters

The victim will take home a five-figure sum after being subjected to horrific abuse by a foster carer, including being forced to drink orange juice mixed with bleach

Livid people living in an Essex village are at their wits' end over the condition of their road - which is littered with massive potholes with some even described as 'craters'