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Thurrock Council determined to “put residents first” in local government shake-up

COUNCILLOR Lynn Worrall, Leader of Thurrock Council said: “Since the Government published their plans for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) last December, Thurrock has been...

Armed Forces Week – Ex-soldier shares his experience of using specialist mental health service for veterans

“LIKE all soldiers do, we just crack on and get our heads down. We take care of everything and everyone else before we take...

Basildon Council makes it easier for members of the armed forces to access help and support 

BASILDON Council has committed to making it easier for war veterans and their families to access the help and support they need.  A new one-stop...

Thurrock Reform blast council’s housing priorities

ON Wednesday 18 June Thurrock Council’s Cabinet backed a scheme for the Council to purchase 14 modular homes, 4 of which have been earmarked...

Chafford Hundred homeowner order to remove loft

A HOMEOWNER who converted a loft without planning permission could be ordered to remove it reports the Local Democracy Reporter. A large flat roof dormer...

Planning application for Chadwell St Mary care home rejected

A CARE home which hoped to build a new day room for residents has had its planning application rejected. Carolyne House in Waterson Road, Chadwell...

Prime Minister hails £40 billion Amazon investment

THOUSANDS of new jobs are set to be created across the UK, as Amazon today (Tuesday 24 June) announces a landmark £40 billion investment...

Modular homes set to help Thurrock’s homeless

A MULTI-million scheme to provide 14 modular homes in Thurrock has been backed by senior councillors reports by the Local Democracy Reporter. Last year, Thurrock...

Electricity bills to be “slashed” for over 7,000 businesses in major industry shake up

MORE than 7,000 British businesses are set to see their electricity bills slashed by up to 25% from 2027, as the Government unveils its...

Strict rules as GPs start to prescribe weight loss jab Mounjaro

PRESCRIPTIONS for Mounjaro jabs, to help people lose weight, will be available at GP surgeries in England from today – but only for those...

Essex residents voice priorities in tackling crime

ESSEX residents are being urged to voice their concerns to help police and local authorities tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. The anonymous Community Safety Survey...

Health Secretary Wes Streeting questions affordability of setting up NHS assisted dying service

WES Streeting has voiced doubts over whether the NHS can afford to establish an assisted dying service, after MPs passed a bill to legalise...

Small Charity Week sparks call to strengthen Essex’s 2,163 charities

WITH Small Charity Week (23rd to 28th June) celebrating the vital frontline efforts of countless small organisations, Ansvar Insurance is highlighting a critical and...

£275 million skill package unveiled as business secretary vows to “invest in British people”

THOUSANDS of Brits are set to benefit from over £275 million in skills investment as part of one the most transformative skills overhauls the...

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service celebrates outstanding achievements of its people

ESSEX County Fire and Rescue Service celebrates outstanding achievements of its peopleWork to keep people safer across Essex has been celebrated at the Essex...

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