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Thurrock commemorates Merchant Navy Day

4 September 2025
Thurrock Council marked Merchant Navy Day by raising the Red Ensign Flag at the Town Hall, Grays, on Wednesday 3 September.  The event was led by Mayor of Thurrock, Cllr Sue Shinnick and honoured the dedicated men and women of the Merchant Navy, past and present.
The day opened with a prayer and speech from the Mayor of Thurrock then closed with a message from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Lynn Worrall. Many were in attendance including the Merchant Navy Association as well as some veterans, and councillors.

Have Your Say: Help shape the future of Corringham Town Park and Dilkes Park

3 September 2025
Two much-loved green spaces in Thurrock are about to get a new lease of life, and local residents are being asked to help shape their future.
Corringham Town Park
First opened in time for the 2012 Olympics, Corringham Town Park has been a favourite spot for families, young people, and fitness enthusiasts. With its games area, climbing wall, and outdoor gym, it became a hub of activity for the community.

Enforcement notice served on rogue depot

2 September 2025
Thurrock Council has served a planning enforcement notice on the owners of plot of land in Vange Road, Vange, after they breached planning regulations to convert a garden nursery into a storage and distribution use
The enforcement notice, which was served on the owners last week, gives them one month to stop using the land for storage and distribution purposes and remove all skips and vehicles.

Thurrock’s Adult Social Care Services rated ‘Good’ after CQC assessment

29 August 2025
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has formally awarded Thurrock Council a ‘Good’ rating for its delivery of Adult Social Care services.   
Following a comprehensive assurance process which included a number of on-site visits, detailed information reviews and direct conversations with people who receive our care, CQC has said the Council’s Adult Social Care services has evidenced that we deliver care to a Good standard.   

Purfleet Pantry celebrates one year anniversary with community party

29 August 2025
A volunteer-run pantry in Purfleet-on-Thames has celebrated its amazing first year of service to the community with a special birthday party.
The Purfleet Pantry & Café, which launched in August last year, is a community space that aims to help residents gain better access to food and essential items with a scheme that significantly lowers the cost of their grocery shop. 

Planning application received in relation to the former Tilbury Police Station site

28 August 2025
Following rumours and speculation about the future use of the former Tilbury Police Station site Thurrock Council can confirm that it has received a planning application which seeks to convert it into new homes.
The planning application, which can be viewed on the council’s planning webpage under reference 25/01020/FUL, seeks permission to convert the building to nine new flats, 2 two-bedroom flats and 7 three-bedroom flats, with associated car parking spaces, bike storage and wase and recycling facilities.

Thank you for Having Your Say on Local Government Reorganisation 

28 August 2025
We would like to thank all Thurrock residents who took part in our recent ‘resident engagement survey on the subject of Local Government Reorganisation', which closed on Wednesday, 27 August. 
The survey invited residents to share their views on the government’s proposals for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), which aims to simplify council boundaries and structures, strengthen decision-making at the local level, and make sure services are delivered in a way that best meets community needs and is to a good standard, providing value for money. 

Time to get motivated

27 August 2025
Are you 18+ and looking to develop independent living skills?
A unique, part time, six-week course has been launched that will help you do just that, and its free!
The Morning Motivators course, developed by Thurrock Adult Community College and Grangewaters, includes practical advice on managing money, paying bills, online safety and healthy living.
The course will also boost motivation, develop communications and leadership skills and help you achieve better physical and mental health.
It starts Monday 22 September.

National Emergency Alert test: Sunday 7 September

27 August 2025
The UK Government will be carrying out a national test of the Emergency Alerts system at 3pm on Sunday 7 September.
All compatible 4G and 5G mobile phones and tablets will receive the test alert. Devices will:

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