A Pleasant Environment

Thurrock Council has aims to create a pleasant environment for all by:

The services below all contribute towards creating a pleasant environment in Thurrock:

Public Protection

Stray Dogs
Since 6 April 2008 the council has taken responsibility from the police to accept and seize stray dogs. If you find a stray dog or wish to report a stray you must contact the council.
Noise Annoys!
High Hedges
Since 1st June 2005, councils have had powers to deal with complaints about high hedges.
Pest Control
How to find pest control services in your area.
Reporting/Removal of Dead Animals
The collection and removal of dead animals from public highways and council land.
Motorcycles, mopeds, go-peds and scooters
Are you legal? Working in partnership with Essex Police to tackle nuisance and danger.

Information on air quality in Thurrock:
- Air Quality and Health
- Sources of Air Pollution
- Regulation of Air Quality
- Local Air Quality Management
- Further Air Quality Information
- Bonfire Information Leaflet (PDF 1.4MB)
  Please see our notes on accessing PDF files
- Current air quality in Thurrock:
  Available from www.londonair.org.uk
Asbestos
Disposal of Asbestos cement products (bonded Asbestos).
Construction Information
Controlling pollution, including dust vapours and noise, from construction sites.
- Construction Best Practices
Light Pollution
Installing and maintaining exterior lighting without annoying neighbours.
Pollution Control - Water
Rivers, ground water and surface waters, bathing water and drinking water.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Using chemicals or other hazardous substances at work can be a risk to health.

Regulation and Inspection
The council carries out regular checks on offices, shops, warehouses, places used for leisure activities and other non-industrial premises.
Offices, Shops & Railway Premises Act 1963
It is an offence for applicable premises not to register themselves under the terms of the act.
Occupational Health Service
Aimed at ensuring that work premises are safe for employees and visitors.
Enforcement Policy
The council seeks to secure compliance with laws relating to health and safety.
Prosecutions Register
The Health & Safety Executive publishes a prosecution register for convictions.
Air Handling Units
Risks of Legionnaires' disease possible with certain purpose-built systems.
Fire Safety
Advice on fire safety in the home and the workplace with links to useful web sites.
Immunisation and Vaccination Advice
Useful advice and links for parents of young children, and those travelling outside the UK.

Local Land Charges
When buying property or land, a Local Land Charges Search should be carried out to identify any legal restrictions.
Countryside
Information on Langdon Hills Country Park, Davy Down Riverside Park, and Oakwood and Ash Plantation.
Common Land and Village Greens
Thurrock Council is responsible for maintaining the registers of common land and village greens.
Land Reclamation
The reclamation or improvement of derelict, neglected or unsightly land utilising grants.