Your Life

Thurrock Council life pages are here to make it easier to use this web site and find the services that are most important to you. We have listed our key services into twelve simple groups and have included links to other public service web sites. We hope you will enjoy many pages of interest - Thurrock has something for everyone!

Education & Learning

Educational opportunities are available to everyone in Thurrock, including early years, school age students, special educational needs, lifelong learning, adult education, plus support and advice.

Home & Community

We provide a comprehensive range of housing and related services to Thurrock's diverse community, for council tenants and owner occupiers, including residential services and environmental services.

Money, Tax & Benefit

We provide information, advice and support to help you pay your council bills, and to help you claim the grants and benefits to which you may be entitled. We publish our own accounts for inspection.

Health & Well-being

Health and well-being is important to us all. There are many opportunities for leisure and fitness activities in Thurrock, and we offer a wide range of social care services to those who need them.

Travel & Transport

Thurrock has an integrated network of bus, rail and ferry services. Buses connect all our towns and villages, there are regular rail services to London and the M25 passes through the west of Thurrock.

Leisure & Recreation

Whether you are a resident or visitor, we can give you the low down on what there is to do in Thurrock. Enjoy our history and heritage, parks and countryside, days in the shops and nights on the town.

Rights & Responsibilities

Your rights include the right to participate in our local democracy, the right to be treated equally and fairly, and the right to complain if things go wrong. We are here both to help and to listen.

For Businesses

On the River Thames to the east of London, Thurrock an ideal place for businesses to find success. We provide information, support and advice to companies aiming to develop and prosper in Thurrock.

For Young People

We aim to help young citizens from early years through to job seekers. Whether you want to improve your education, further your career or just have fun, we are happy to give advice and encouragement.

For Over 50s

Thurrock has an active community of citizens over the age of fifty. We can help you to find the services you need for your free time, health, retirement, and to continue influencing Thurrock's future.

For Disabled People

We offer a wide range of services for adults and children with all kinds of disabilites. Services include assessment of needs, emotional support, information and practical advice and assistance.

For Carers

'Carer' means someone who looks after a friend, relative or neighbour who needs support because of their sickness, age or disability. If you are a carer, you may also be entitled to help and support.

For Researchers

The council receives many requests for information and statistics about Thurrock from students working on projects, relocating businesses, new home buyers and local people with a passion for the area.

Do It Online

We provide a comprehensive range of online services via which you can send, search or receive information, and make transactions over the Internet. We also link to other interactive public services.

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