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Full fibre success set for expansion in Thurrock

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THE first phase of a project to rollout fibre infrastructure and link 129 sites in south Essex with next generation high speed full fibre broadband connections has proven so successful that an additional £2.5million in government funding has been awarded to nearly double the size of the scheme.

The Association of South Essex Local Authorities (ASELA) led project has already laid over 130km of full fibre across south Essex, digitally connecting 129 public sector sites including schools, GP surgeries and care homes at the very highest speeds available.

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Brexit: food and drink exports to EU suffer ‘disastrous’ decline

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EXPORTS of food and drink to the EU have suffered a “disastrous” decline in the first half of the year because of Brexit trade barriers, with sales of beef and cheese hit hardest.
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Thurrock raises ensign for Merchant Navy Day

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THURROCK Council has raised the Red Ensign Flag at a special event in honour of Merchant Navy Day today (Friday 3 September).
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Thurrock GP services have worst patient reviews in area

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THURROCK has the worst patient reviews in mid and south Essex and is facing one of the worst GP shortages, it has been revealed reports the Local Democracy Reporter.
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Fears for future of remembrance and poppy appeal in Grays

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A CALL has gone out for help to run a local branch of the Royal British Legion – with fear expressed that if no-one is forthcoming the branch may close and Grays will no longer have its annual remembrance commemoration and poppy appeal.
Education

School funding warning as pupils return to class in England

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DAILY spending on schools in England will be lower by 2022-23 than it was in 2009, according to a report published as pupils are returning to class reports the BBC.
Basildon Hospital

Thurrock cancer waiting lists hit by Covid

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CANCER treatment waiting times have been hit by the Covid pandemic.
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Safety concerns over Lower Thames Crossing

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A CONSULTATION on the proposed Lower Thames Crossing is just days from closing, but concerns have been raised on the use of “smart” technology for the new motorway.
Business

Essex Chambers of Commerce unveil new service

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ESSEX Chambers of Commerce are already renowned for the support they provide to exporters but have taken this a stage further by launching “ChamberCustoms” in the county. 
Charity

Thurrock firms back St Luke’s Hospice fundraiser

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TWO Thurrock solicitors have thrown their support behind a fundraising initiative from St Luke’s Hospice and will be offering a will-writing service to borough residents. 
Education

Thurrock Council increases support for SEND children

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THURROCK council is expecting an increase in the number of children with special educational needs.
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HMRC can help with childcare costs in Harlow as children head back to school

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FAMILIES in East of England may be eligible for Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for breakfast and after school clubs as children go back...
General

Tumble dryer causes fire in Tilbury

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ESSEX Firefighters were called to the scene of a fire at a home in Shakespeare Avenue, Tilbury.
Education

Schools told to prepare for food shortages

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SCHOOLS have been warned to prepare for food shortages ahead of the new school year and urged by wholesalers to “stock up” reports The Grocer.
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Letter to editor – NSPCC – Thanking the people of the East of England to launch the Talk PANTS book

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I’d like to extend my huge appreciation to every individual who supported a rather special crowdfunding campaign for the children’s charity NSPCC - helping it to launch its first children’s book.
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