Every pound spent on tobacco goes up in smoke, according to new analysis released today (31 May), showing smoking costs Thurrock an estimated £158 million every year.
Thurrock Council is celebrating the invaluable contribution volunteers make to our community as part of marking national Volunteers’ Week (Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June).
There are a host of local people who give up their time and energy to support the council’s work in our communities in many unique ways.
A special ceremony took place at Thurrock Council’s Civic Offices, New Road, Grays, today, Thursday 28 May, as the flag of The Arms of the Borough of Thurrock was raised at the council’s Civic Offices, for the first time.
A new Leader of Thurrock Council will be elected at the Council’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday 27 May following the elections on Thursday 7 May. The Leader will then appoint their cabinet and a Deputy Leader of the Council.
Residents from across the borough discovered exciting job opportunities in some of the fastest growing industries at Thurrock Council’s latest employability event.
The Old Court House in Grays hosted a Creative, Cultural, and Digital Event on Thursday 21 May, which gave attendees the chance to discuss job vacancies with career experts, network with professionals, and develop their career skills.
Thurrock Council is encouraging residents and businesses to help tackle the sale of illegal tobacco, including concerns about tobacco being sold to underage customers.
Beat the Street Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary got underway today with an official launch at the Tilbury Hub attended by pupils from Lansdowne Primary Academy and local community groups.
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