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Farewell Councillors

Seven councillors step down tonight. Former Mayor Barrie Lawrence reflects on twenty two years of service.

Morrison Housing Contract Secured For Council

Vital housing contract with Morrison signed by the council on monday

Richard Speight: Orsett Today..

New breed of candidate makes his first foray into the white heat of battle.

Election Coverage on YourThurrock

Our pledge to produce non-stop election coverage between now right through to election day.

UKIP: On The March

Impressive interview with UKIP star of the future, Tim Aker.

Tenants Have Their Say

Responsibilites of Tenants Services discussed at key conference.

Tilbury Ferry “Saved”

Port of Tilbury come to the rescue as Labour candidate negotiates an agreement to save the historic ferry.

MP Questions Cameron Visit

Plethora of political heavyweights in the borough stir up war of words.

Lib Dem Confident After Spring Conference

"Biggest opportunity for years" declares Lib-Dem candidate for Thurrock.

Voluntary Boss Slams Councillor Over “Meetings” Comment

Chief Exec Naya Naqvi reacts angrily to "meetings" comment by Deputy Leader of Thurrock Council.

Thurrock’s Voluntary Groups:”Less Meetings More Results”

Voluntary Sector set for severe examination as Deputy Leader backs Inquiry into funding.

Tilbury Ferry Protest Gathers Steam

Save the Tilbury Ferry campaign starts to take on Titanic proportions for ailing Tory administration.

Communities Minister Visits DP World

Historic first day of dredging at DP World witnessed by Communities Minister, Shahid Malik.

David Cameron Visits Tilbury

Tory leader taken on tour of Port of Tilbury by Managing Director Perry Glading.

Tories Believe Labour Dog Tax is Barking

Tory candidate slams Brown: "Tax as the solution to every problem"

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