A joint partnership between Thurrock Council and Essex Police to tackle Council Tax fraud is a success following tough action yesterday (Thursday 25 February). The multi-agency partnership was deployed at … Read More
Thurrock youngster becomes national ambassador for people leaving care
A young Thurrock resident has been successfully recruited to the National Children in Care Council (NCICC) for care leavers. Asif Salarzai has been recruited to role of National Voice Ambassador … Read More
Painted poppies honour Thurrock’s fallen for Armistice Day
Special commemorative poppies have been painted near war memorials across Thurrock to mark the Remembrance period. Thurrock Council and contractor Henderson and Taylor painted the poignant road and pavement markings … Read More
Charge following disturbance at Lakeside
A teenager has been charged following reports of a disturbance at Lakeside last night, Monday 19 October. Henry Makina, 18, from Bellflower Path in Romford has been charged with possession … Read More
Applications open for apprenticeship opportunities at Thurrock Council
Thurrock Council has opened applications for a range of apprenticeships across its services. Cllr Deborah Huelin, Cabinet Member for Central Services, said: “Through to Sunday 1 November people will be … Read More
No increased restrictions for Thurrock as Essex moves to Tier 2
Thurrock Council has welcomed news that its concerns have been listened to and the borough will remain at the lowest alert level – Medium – despite Essex County Council successfully … Read More
Thurrock Council propose fortnightly general and garden waste collections
Thurrock Council say that proposed changes to waste collections in Thurrock will help boost recycling rates while ensuring that weekly collections of food waste and dry recycling are maintained. The … Read More
Hard work of council staff highlighted in report to Thurrock Council
Significant achievements across core services and the dedication of council workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic have been highlighted in a report presented to Full Council. The report, delivered by Cllr … Read More
Chief Constable commends police for tackling Thurrock gang
Five police officers, five members of police staff and two members of partner agency staff have been commended by Essex Police Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington for their hard work and … Read More
Find out about becoming a childminder in Thurrock
Residents interested in starting a career as a childminder can access a free information session this October. Cllr Andrew Jefferies, Cabinet Member for Education, said: “Childminding is a career that … Read More