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Councillor who introduced garden bin charge now calls for fee reduction for pensioners

By Christine Sexton - Local Democracy Reporter

23rd Nov 2024 12:39 pm | Local News

(Updated: 3 Hours, 52 minutes ago)

Following the meeting Cllr Jefferies took to social media to express his “disappointment” at plea rejection .

Councillors 'give in' to pressure and appeal threat and approve 90 new green belt homes they 'don't like'

By Christine Sexton - Local Democracy Reporter

23rd Nov 2024 12:28 pm | Local News

(Updated: 3 Hours, 22 minutes ago)

Meeting chairman: "I don’t like it but I understand the reasons put forward and I can’t think of any good enough reasons to say no" .

Lifesaving bleed kit funded by local group who are leading the cause against knife crime

By Nub News Reporter

23rd Nov 2024 12:05 pm | Local News

(Updated: 4 Hours, 2 minutes ago)

Cllr Sue Sammons with members of ‘Vibes Not Lives’, Lemzstudios representatives and staff at Merrie Loots

Bleed kits can be used to suppress bleeding when someone is stabbed and fills the gap between something happening and the arrival of emergency services.

Port is recognised for its commitment to young people and their career expectations

By Nub News Reporter

23rd Nov 2024 12:00 pm | Local News

(Updated: 4 Hours, 14 minutes ago)

Thurrock's young people have found support and encouragement from the Port ofTilbury. Some are pictured attending an early careers event at the port's cruise terminal.

“We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Forth Ports who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce".

Sex attacker is jailed. Police praise Purfleet riverside victim's bravery

By Nub News Reporter

23rd Nov 2024 9:00 am | Local News

“This woman did something incredibly brave by speaking to officers, making sure a dangerous sexual predator is in prison.".

Vape shop - second action on 'shut down' premises ends in fine for trader

By Nub News Reporter

22nd Nov 2024 7:00 pm | Local News

Vape shop is subject of 'sting' by council enforcement team - just months after premises were shut down by same officers.

Councillor joins the clean-up crew

By Nub News Reporter

22nd Nov 2024 | Local News

Residents know this is a one-off clean-up, it will them a fresh start; then it’s their responsibility to keep these access ways clear.".

Vikki's praise for initiative to help Thurrock's vulnerable children celebrate Christmas

By Nub News Reporter

22nd Nov 2024 | Local News

Cllr Vikki Hartstean, third from left, with staff at Impulse Leisure.

"By participating in this meaningful initiative, we aim to bring smiles and create cherished memories for children who are in need." .

Parents' anger and distress following news that jobs and lessons are to be axed as schools bid to make up deficit of more than £1 million

By Nub News Reporter

22nd Nov 2024 | Local News

Talks have begun with unions about the cuts that will see senior staff, including vice and assistant principals axed and many teachers lose their jobs.

Help scheme for vulnerable borough residents is to be extended after it has chipped away at problems

By Nub News Reporter

22nd Nov 2024 | Local News

“The people this programme helps are extremely vulnerable. It has already proven to be a tremendous help to those who took part".

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