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Havering won’t improve under Reform, former branch chairman says

THE former chairman of Reform’s Havering branch says the borough will continue to suffer if the party controls the council reports the Local Democracy...

“Something had to change”: Domestic abuser reflects on their journey to behaviour change

“I PUT my partner through hell, and I don’t ever want to be that person again.” – Hear James’ story in his own words...

“It saved my life” – resident shares how libraries’ blood pressure monitoring scheme helped him

A MAN has praised an Essex Libraries’ blood pressure monitoring scheme which he said saved his life. 52-year-old Lindsay, from Billericay, decided to try one...

Minister gives stamp of approval to protecting Post Office network 

THE long-term future of community post offices has been secured today as Government confirmed plans to retain the number of branches serving millions of loyal customers across the country.  In its response...

New charging hub at port of Tilbury is a milestone for cleaner environment

THURROCK Mayor Cllr Sue Shinnick was on hand to lead the formalities at the opening of a new and innovative charging hub at the...

Archie’s remarkable journey highlighted

A THURROCK mum has detailed the trauma her son and her son went through in the first years of his life as she seeks...

Families across Thurrock benefit from early learning programmes

FAMILIES across Thurrock can access a range of early learning programmes designed to strengthen their child’s communication, language and early numeracy skills.  Thurrock’s Family Hubs are offering evidence-based programmes...

Plans for 4,000 council homes plans in Basildon

AN Essex council says it is planning to build 4,000 new council houses in 10 years. Basildon Borough Council is proposing to “clear the...

‘Mixed day’ for conservationists following port and quarry decisions 

CONSERVATIONISTS say Thurrock’s delicate and nationally significant wildlife sites faced a mixed outcome after councillors approved a major expansion of the Port of Tilbury...

Thurrock chosen as one of seven local authorities to lead major government pilot

THURROCK has been selected as one of only seven local authorities across England to take part in a landmark national pilot bringing new financial...

Thurrock MP welcomes new financial support for kinship carers

THURROCK MP Jen Craft has welcomed plans to introduce a new allowance for kinship carers, as Thurrock becomes one of the Labour’s seven new...

Nominations open for the 2026 SEND and Alternative Provision Awards

THURROCK Council is delighted to announce the return of the SEND and Alternative Provision Awards for 2026, celebrating the remarkable achievements of children and...

Havering Council to hold public consultation on ‘Europe’s largest data centre’ plans

HAVERING Council is looking to carry out a public consultation on its plans for a giant new data centre in the borough reports the...

“Eyesore” kebab van near school sparks fears about “child safety, traffic, and encouraging unhealthy eating habits.”

AN “eyesore” kebab van near an Essex school has sparked fears about “child safety, traffic, and encouraging unhealthy eating habits.” Abdullah Sanci is proposing...

Urban Outfitters to Open at Lakeside Shopping Centre – Summer 2026

LAKESIDE Shopping Centre today announces that Urban Outfitters, the world-leading fashion and lifestyle retailer, is set to open in summer 2026 on the lower level, further strengthening...

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