IT'S been another seven days of big news stories in Maldon, from a publican defending his licence over trouble in lockdown, through to news that the regional ambulance service has received a shocking report from inspectors.

Here at Nub News we like to make your life easier so if you've missed any of the local news this week, don't worry.

We have you covered with 10 of the top stories right here.

1. A Maldon landlord defended what happened at his pub during lockdown

Read what he told councillors who were reviewing his premises licence here.

2. The company behind the proposed new nuclear power station at Bradwell has said its focus is on "progressing" the application, despite claims by campaigners that the project could be abandoned in the coming weeks or months.

Find out more about the latest developments here.

3. Incredibly, Maldon Town Council has had problems with some allotment holders using the growing space to park their cars

Read about the issue here.

4. Residents have been asked about their priorities in a budget consultation by Essex County Council

The move comes after £90million extra Covid costs. Get the fuller picture here.

5. News came that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is to prosecute the trust responsible for mental health services in Maldon

Find out why here.

6. Plans for new flats at Maldon's old police station were due to be decided on by councillors next Wednesday (7 October), but since this story was published the proposals appear to have been taken off this week's agenda.

You can still find out more about the plans here.

7. Maldon District Council rejected a new homes plan at the village of Althorne.

Read why planning committee members thought it was a bad idea here.

8. The ambulance service that covers Maldon district has been recommended for special measures.

Read all about the shocking inspectors' report behind it here.

9. Former Maldon Council leader, Councillor Adrian Fluker, was given sanctions at a full council meeting.

Find out more about the decision here.

10.Maldon District Council members have voted to change their position on the proposed new nuclear plant at Bradwell-on-Sea.

Get the latest picture here.