The Met Office and UK Health Security Agency have announced a amber cold-health alert for the East of England. This alert is now in effect from 8PM on 02/01/2026 until 10AM on 09/01/2026.

Cold weather can affect anyone, and certain groups are particularly vulnerable. These include older people (aged 65 years and over), pregnant women, young children (particularly those aged 5 and under), and people with long term health conditions such as cardiovascular or respiratory disease, or a mental health condition.

For guidance on staying warm and well, visit our cold weather advice page.

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Proposed changes to services at local community hospitals – public consultation

Draft public consultation feedback reports of feedback gained during the recent NHS consultation led by NHS Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board have now been published.

View the feedback report