2019 Chelmsford City Council election
The 2019 Chelmsford City Council election took place on 2 May 2019 to elect members of Chelmsford City Council in England. This was on the same day as other local elections. Results summary. The Liberal Democrats made their largest gains in the country in Chelmsford, gaining 26 seats. These 26 gains were all to the expense of the Conservatives who lost 31 seats during the elections here. The other 5 Conservative losses went to three independent and two South Woodham Ferrers Council Taxpayers Association candidates. Ward results. Source: Chelmsford City Council website By-elections. Marconi . A by-election was held in Marconi ward on 7 November 2019 after the resignation of Cllr Catherine Finnecy. Moulsham Lodge. A by-election was held following the resignation of Cllr. Mark Springett in March 2020. Writtle. A by-election was held in Writtle ward on 1 July 2021 following the death of sitting Councillor Malcolm Watson. The major issues during the campaign were the proposed 850-home Warren Farm development within Writtle parish and the City Council's proposal to charge for parking at Hylands Park.