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Local Government Reorganisation: Government confirms five new councils for Greater Essex

THE Government has today announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Greater Essex, confirming the county will move to five new unitary...

Labour steps in to tackle Thurrock Council debt

THE Government has confirmed that it will provide £200 million of debt relief support for Thurrock Council. The support is part of a wider announcement...

McDonald’s planning appeal over outlet next to primary school

THE seventh McDonald’s in Basildon will be built next to a primary school, despite concerns about children’s health. The fast food giant has been...

Thames Freeport health bus proving a big success v

A NEW scheme bringing health checks directly into local neighbourhoods has showed high demand and strong engagement from residents who do not typically access...

Thurrock community leader nominated for National Diversity Award

A THURROCK man has been nominated for a prestigious National Diversity Award 2026 in the Positive Role Model Award category, recognising his work supporting...

Delayed dust helpline set to be up and running by summer

A PROMISED helpline for Tilbury residents affected by dust from port industries is expected to be in place by the summer following a delay,...

Grassroots rail initiative led by blind and partially sighted people in Essex honoured nationally

ESSEX Sight Loss Council is celebrating national recognition after winning the 'Community Creative Projects and Station Arts' Award at the 21st Community Rail Awards, for...

Vet prescription fees to be capped at £21

THE Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today concluded its investigation into veterinary services for household pets in the UK, after an independent inquiry...

Possible flight delays to Stansted as ABM workers ballot for strikes

DELAYS to flights operating out of London Stansted Airport are expected next month, as Unite members based there are balloting for strike action. Workers at...

Police issue appeal after serious assault in South Ockendon

DETECTIVES investigating a serious assault in South Ockendon have made two arrests and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Enquiries...

Construction underway for Thurrock’s new Youth Zone

CONSTRUCTION has begun on Thurrock’s new OnSide Youth Zone, the state-of-the-art youth centre due to open in Tilbury in 2027. This is an exciting...

Lloyds Banking Group commits to supporting foster carer employees

LLOYDS Banking Group has committed to supporting its foster carer employees by being officially recognised as a Fostering Friendly employer. The Fostering Friendly accreditation, awarded...

Redwings takes in ten thoroughbreds following prosecution case

REDWINGS has given a home for life to ten horses after their owner was prosecuted for animal welfare offences. Four thoroughbreds came into Redwings' care...

Tree-mendous school visit helps shape Community Diagnostic Centre

SCHOOL children were ‘planting for patients’ at the site of Braintree’s new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) today. They were helping to plant trees and...

Arrests following theft of air rifles from lorry

A CONTINUING investigation into the theft of dozens of air weapons from a lorry in Basildon has resulted in three arrests and the recovery...

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