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More Libraries Reopen in Thurrock

THURROCK council reopened Corringham Library and Grays Library on Wednesday following the reopening of Belhus Library last week. Both libraries will initially operate under temporary...

c2c launches new train travel app

c2c LAUNCHES NEW TRAIN TRAVEL APP TO HELP CUSTOMERS TRAVEL EASILY AND SAFELYEAST London and South Essex train operator c2c has launched its new...

Thurrock’s streets are cleaner than ever say Keep Britain Tidy

A RECENT inspection by Keep Britain Tidy has found that all areas of the borough, including parks, town centres and streets are cleaner and clearer than ever with inspectors finding only 3.67 per cent of sites they visited in the borough had litter on them meaning over 96% did not.

Bulphan WI: Ladies go zooming

BULPHAN WI made a part of their own history in April, for the first time since their formation in 1929 they had a virtual monthly meeting. Members donned their party clothes, had a glass or cup of their favourite tipple to hand and joined together to celebrate the 91st anniversary of our fab WI.

£85 million secured in the South East for projects that will energise the economy

THE South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) has secured £85 million from the new Getting Building Fund announced by Government, which sought ‘shovel-ready’ schemes that would provide much-needed jobs, growth and the groundwork for further investment at this critical time.

Belhus library set to re-open

BELHUS Library will reopen on Monday 6 July with measures in place to keep Thurrock Council’s residents and staff safe in line with Government guidelines.

Thames Park Secondary School is given the green light to open

AFTER a review of the school’s educational plans and a detailed Ofsted inspection earlier this month, last week the Department for Education gave the go ahead for Thames Park Secondary School to open in September 2020.

Thurrock Tory councillor in charge of health slammed over silence on Covid-19

AT the first Tory Cabinet meeting of Thurrock Council in three months there was no substantial item on agenda addressing Covid 19 or its impact on Thurrock's residents.

SELEP submits £573 million bid to Government to power local and national recovery

THE South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) has submitted a £573 million bid to Government for investment in 170 projects across the patch, which would collectively bring more than 135,000 new jobs to the area, boost the local economy and drive not just short-term, but long-term growth in a number of industries.

Thurrock Council remind landlords over imminent new electrical safety regulations

UNDER new Government regulations, private landlords in Thurrock must ensure rented properties have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rated E or above, unless they have a valid exemption in place.

New face covering rules on c2c to start from Monday

IN line with government guidance, all customers travelling on London and South Essex train operator c2c must wear face coverings both onboard trains and at its stations from Monday (June 15).

Essex Wildlife Trust thank volunteers

EVERY year, during the first week of June, people and organisations across the UK come together to recognise the wonderful contributions of volunteers during National Volunteers Week.

New Chair of Essex Police Federation looks to new challenges

DEALING with the effects of the coronavirus pandemic remains a huge focus for Essex Police Officers and the Federation, according to its new Interim Chair.

No house building on green belt on the Little Thurrock Marshes urges local councillor

TORY ward councillor Allen Mayes calls on Thurrock Councils planning committee to follow the officers recommendations and reject the latest application for building on the Little Thurrock Marshes in Tilbury.

Morrisons launches brand-new Vegan Essentials Food Box to help vegan customers during lockdown.

Morrisons has launched a brand-new Vegan Essentials Food Box to help its vegan customers during the lockdown. THE food boxes are particularly helpful for those...

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