Thurrock’s Deputy Mayor hosted a special ceremony to thank the small army of volunteers who support Thurrock Council’s work in the community.
Volunteers made their way down to Chadwell St Mary Library on Wednesday 4 June for the event held in recognition for the amazing work they have done to support communities in the borough.
Councillor Steve Liddiard, Deputy Mayor of Thurrock. handed out certificates of appreciation to many of the council’s tireless volunteers and paid tribute to their contribution to the community.
Cllr Liddiard, who himself is a library volunteer, said: “I fully appreciate the value that volunteers bring to so many services across the Council, and to many aspects of life across the borough. I would like to thank you for the time and effort you have made to improve the lives of all our residents across the borough.”
National Volunteers Week started on Monday 2 June and runs until Sunday 8 June. As part of the week, the Council has been highlighting just how important volunteers are in supporting its work, especially in the community.
Around 200 volunteers support services with Thurrock Council, often providing face to face help and support to residents, with many supporting libraries, Thurrock Museum, community events, children’s centres and youth services and other areas.
Interested in volunteering?
You can learn about volunteering opportunities at Thurrock Council by visiting our Volunteering vacancies page or contacting volunteering@thurrock.gov.uk
You can also find out about current volunteer opportunities in Thurrock and sign up here: www.volunteeressex.org/register/
