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Expansion plan unveiled for the Port of Tilbury as planning proposal submitted for Tilbury3

GROWTH plans have been unveiled by the Port of Tilbury's owners, Forth Ports, to further expand the Thames-based port and industrial complex as it...

Plans announced for National Investigation Service to move to central government agency

THE work of the National Investigation Service (Natis) will move from Thurrock Council to the Insolvency Service this summer, in plans to be announced...

Minds get-together for mental health across Essex

MIND in West Essex is proud to announce it is collaborating with four other local Minds to strengthen mental health support for people across...

We Love Dogs at The British Country Show

WE Love Dogs is back by popular demand, with Charity Fun Dog Shows featuring over 20 fun and 20 pedigree classes, an Owner & Celebrity...

Local artisan market set to return to The Baytree Shopping Centre this weekend

THE Baytree Shopping Centre’s popular Local Artisan Market is set to return once again this weekend, on Saturday 17th May. The popular event runs monthly at the...

Thurrock Labour councillor praises initiative that will mean private landlords have to improve standards

THURROCK Council has launched a new consultation on proposals that could help ensure better quality private rented homes across the borough. The Selective Licensing Scheme...

Chief Constable of Essex responds to His Majesty’s of Constabulary inspection report

THE CHIEF Constable of Essex has responded to a report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) most recent...

Essex Police told it must improve how it protects vulnerable people

A REPORT has told Essex Police that it must improve its procedures in how it protects vulnerable people. The findings follow an inspection by His...

Thurrock Council overturn decision to allow parents to park in school playground

THURROCK Council has overturned a decision to allow parents to park in a school playground reports the Local Democracy Reporter. Following the construction of a...

Style takes centre stage as Lakeside Shopping Centre’s iconic fashion show returns

LAKESIDE Shopping Centre, the internationally renowned shopping, dining and leisure destination in Essex, is thrilled to announce the return of its incredible fashion show...

Police issue appeal after person seen with firearm on M25

ESSEX Police are appealing for information following an incident where it was reported a firearm was seen. We received a call at around 6pm on...

Specialist NHS clinics and technology help thousands of obese children to lose weight

THOUSANDS of severely obese children are being supported to lose weight and live healthier lifestyles thanks to the roll-out of specialist NHS clinics and...

Easter getaway helps London Stansted record busiest ever April

THE Easter getaway helped boost London Stansted’s April traffic figures as a record-breaking 2.5 million passengers passed through the airport during the month. The monthly...

DIY SOS is back and on the lookout for new projects

DIY SOS is back and on the lookout for new projects. Full details below.

Support pollinators this World Bee Day with Copper & Green’s handcrafted copper Bee Drinkers

AS World Bee Day approaches on 20th May, attention turns to one of nature’s smallest yet most vital workers – the bee. These industrious...

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