Orsett Heath Academy gets permission for temporary classrooms
A SECONDARY school in Grays which opened its doors in 2020 has been given the go-ahead to build two temporary classrooms to accommodate an extra 120 students.
Extra capacity will help household waste collections get back on track in Thurrock
IN order to address the issues in the waste service caused by recent oil protests as well as operational factors, 14 vehicles and crew were out in many parts of the borough today (Saturday, 23 April).
MP Jackie Doyle-Price raises concerns over “Illegal migrant” ads
CONSERVATIVE MPs have condemned their own party’s new online adverts attacking Labour MPs over immigration, warning they will stoke hatred and put all politicians at greater risk.
Thurrock Labour unveil election manifesto
MAY’S local elections are the chance for voters to send the Tories a message that they cannot ignore on the cost of living crisis – Thurrock deserves better. Under the conservatives families are £2,620 worse off and we have the biggest drop in living standards since the 50s and taxes the highest in 70 years. […]
Thurrock Tories hope to focus on local economy during elections
THURROCK Conservatives say they continue to focus on the local economy, getting the most from the Thames Freeport opportunities as well as steering the Town’s Fund to bring improvements in the borough.
Don’t be fooled by new scams, councils say
THE Local Government Association, which represents councils across England and Wales is warning residents to be aware of new scams and remind themselves of tell-tale signs that you may have been contacted by a scammer. The pandemic saw a sharp increase in scams which included promises of a payment from HMRC to support individuals during […]
New tax checks for taxi drivers and scrap metal dealers
NEW tax checks came into effect on 4 April 2022 for taxis and scrap metal dealers renewing their licences with us.
Woman is first to be convicted over Just Stop Oil fuel depot blockades in Thurrock
A 64-year-old woman has become the first person to be convicted for her involvement in the wave of protests at fuel sites staged by activist group Just Stop Oil.
Council set out vision for libraries over next four years
ESSEX’S new £2.4m plan for libraries across the county has been set out, alongside a promise to keep them all open. The ‘vision’ focusing on three main pillars over the next four years is set to be agreed next week.
South Ockendon solar farm gets the green light
A SOLAR farm which could power more than 16,000 homes could get the go ahead.
Proposals for new primary school in Aveley
A NEW primary school planned for green belt land in Aveley is recommended for approval.
NHS East of England ambulances face ’20 hour delays’
THE East of England Ambulance Service is taking up to 20 hours to reach some non-critical patients, staff said reports the BBC.
Thurrock Conservatives welcome over £2.3m in funding to Level Up Thurrock
THURROCK is to receive £2,376,355 from the Conservative Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund to help level up the community – from regenerating run-down high streets to fighting anti-social behaviour.
When does the postal voting close for the local elections?
LOCAL elections are taking place across the UK, including for nine district, borough and unitary councils in Essex.
Eleven charged over fuel protests in Thurrock
ESSEX Police have charged 11 people with aggravated trespass following protests in Thurrock.
Flat Irons Field – has the council spent the money meant ffor the children of Chadwell?
LAST July the council listed a parcel of land opposite Cole Avenue as an asset for sale and, despite local councillor Sara Muldowney’s objections, the Conservative Cabinet voted unanimously to dispose of it immediately. With the help of local residents, Cllr Sara Muldowney was able to identify the land in question as Flat Irons Field, […]
HMRC customers in Thurrock encouraged to check out financial support available to them
HMRC customers in the East of England encouraged to check out financial support available to them.
Households will no longer have to pay to get rid of DIY waste under plans set out by government
HOUSEHOLDS will no longer have to pay to get rid of DIY waste under plans set out by government to change the rules that currently allows some Local Authorities to charge for DIY waste from households.
Government invests in innovation with £30m for cutting-edge highway decarbonisation projects
CUTTING-edge, innovative ideas to decarbonise the country’s highways will be brought to life thanks to tens of millions of pounds in Government funding.
Tree planted in Parker Road to commemorate Platinum Jubilee
WARD councillors and residents in Grays Riverside have today planted a tree in Parker Road as part of the national Queen’s Green Canopy scheme. Speaking from the Parker Road Recreational Ground, following the tree planting, Councillors Martin Kerin, Jane Pothecary and Tony Fish said: “We are pleased to be able to plant this tree today. […]
Save the Thameside Theatre group given deadline
A COMMUNITY group which hopes to save the Thameside Theatre from closure has had a deadline to come up with a viable plan extended by three months. Thurrock councillors have been working with community groups to devise a business plan to save the theatre in Grays. Campaigners got together after the council said it was […]
Essex Police arrest 268 following fuel protests in Thurrock
ESSEX Police have now arrested 268 people following protests held in Thurrock during the last six days. These people have been arrested on suspicion of a variety of offences at a number of locations across the district. All protest sites are currently clear, and we continue to work closely with our partners, including Thurrock Council […]
Thurrock Local Elections: Details of candidates
LOCAL election nominations for councillors have officially closed and the names of all candidates standing for election in Thurrock on Thursday, 5 May have been released. Details of candidates running can be found on the Thurrock Council website at thurrock.gov.uk/elections. Polling cards have been delivered to eligible electors giving details of their polling station and how […]
Essex Violence and Vulnerability Partnership awarded over £5 million from the Home Office
THE Essex Violence and Vulnerability Partnership was today awarded over £5 million from the Home Office to continue its fight against drug driven violence, county lines and knife crime. to continue its fight against drug driven violence, county lines and knife crime.