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Dispersal order in force across Lakeside area of Thurrock

IN a bid to thwart potential anti-social behaviour, Police have issued a dispersal order covering Lakeside shopping centre and surrounding public spaces in Thurrock. The...

James McMurdock MP slams government for “making” East Tilbury residents pay to be isolated

JAMES McMurdock MP has criticised the Government after ministers confirmed that taxpayers' money is being used to subsidise increased rail freight movements through East...

Smart tech recognised for saving days in cancer patient care

DIGITAL innovation that’s saving up to five days of waiting for Essex cancer patients has been highly commended at a national awards event. In Cancer...

Anger at bird poo at Basildon hospital

PATIENTS at an Essex hospital are furious at the state of parts of the hospital, which is covered in bird faeces. Residents and patients...

Man charged with serious of violent offences in Corringham

A PORTSMOUTH man has been charged with multiple offences committed in Essex. Jamie Williams has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm, stalking, coercive and...

Three stolen vehicles found hidden in vans in Grays

OFFICERS have recovered three stolen vehicles and suspected stolen gas cylinders after acting on a tracker activation in Thurrock. On the afternoon of Thursday 14...

Autin Dance Theatre presents Zig Zag! in Grays

HOT off the heels of our spectacular Light Up Thurrock festival, we’re thrilled to bring you something just as bold, joyful, and inspiring —...

Conservatives and Reform “join forces” to run Basildon Council

THE Conservatives and Reform UK have joined forces to run an Essex council, despite insisting it’s not a coalition reports the Local Democracy Reporter. During...

Conservative councillor Qaisar Abbas shares concerns over “Reform’s lack of commitment to Thurrock”

CONSERVATIVE Councillor Qaisar Abbas raises serious questions about the Reform party's local leadership, candidate vetting process, and readiness to govern responsibly. Cllr Abbas said: "The...

‘Stop, Think, Choose’ – Live Chat call handlers ready to help this summer

ESSEX Police have a team of specially trained contact handlers ready to help the public this summer, with officers urging people to pick the...

Net migration to UK falls by nearly 50% after Labour’s vow to cut numbers

NET migration to the UK fell by nearly 50% to 171,000 last year, according to official figures released on Thursday, in what will be...

Two Reform councillors quit Thurrock Council just two weeks after election

JUST under two weeks since Reform's landslide victory, taking 45 of the 49 seats available, two of its new councillors have already stepped down. Joseph...

James McMurdock MP claims partial victory for motorists as Government freezes Fuel Duty

JAMES McMurdock MP has welcomed the Government's decision to freeze fuel duty, describing it as a victory for motorists, commuters, and businesses following sustained...

Lakeside Shopping Centre hosts Busy Bee trail this half term

CALLING all eco-explorers! Lakeside Shopping Centre is hosting a Busy Bee Trail this May Half Term, providing the perfect free activity for adventurous families. Taking place...

UK could see a boost to growth and higher wage

THE UK could see a boost to growth and higher wages for decades to come after becoming the first G7 country to secure a trade deal...

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