News in Thurrock

Occasional Thurrock Nub News blogger Peter Perrin pitches in with his view on the controversy surrounds a failed planning application that might have meant a new home for Grays Athletic.

Mr Perrin's blog: A Word in Your Ear.

Occasional Nub News columnist and local councillor Martin Kerin offers us his reflections on a landmark decision in the rights of workers.

The chief executive of tourism agencies Visit Britain & Visit England has spoken to Nub News about the coming summer and why there is considerable optimism that the UK can ride the aftermath of the coronavirus storm that offers residents the chance to rediscover the many attraction our county has to offer.

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Occasional Thurrock Nub News contributor Mico Bienvenu, a vastly experienced professional in the care sector, examines the impact of Covid-19 and asks 'What is the way forward and what can we learn from this awful and life changing experience?'

Is it time now to review how we, as a nation, deliver social care for the elderly?

LOCAL observer of all things Thurrock and political commentator Peter Perrin offers up his personal views of the now expected local government elections in Thurrock.

Local commentator on public offers Peter Perrin offers his personal view on why he is not impressed by a councillor's bid to win another stay in office.

He is responding to the announcement by Cllr Luke Spillman that he plans to contest a seat in South Ockendon at the next local election.

FORMER Thurrock councillor Charlie Key, still a keen observer of all things Thurrock, has been reflecting on the local response to news that two independent councillors have joined the Conservatives. One local writer described the duo worse than 'slugs'. Mr Key believes that a bit more reflection and perspective is needed.

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Thurrock resident Peter Perrin, a regular commentator on public affairs in the borough, writes an occasional blog for Thurrock Nub news and today responds to comments made in another opinion piece on New Year's Day by Labour councillor Martin Kerin.

Thurrock Labour councillor and occasional commentator on Thurrock Nub News, Martin Kerin, makes a New Year's Day reflection on a new beginning

IT'S Christmas Day and the man behind a Christian Care Home in Thurrock has offered a message to the local community through Thurrock Nub News.

Mico Bienvenu has been an occasional contributor to Thurrock Nub News through the year, particularly reflecting on the pressures facing the care sector.