News

Proposals for better services from fewer buildings

9 November 2021
Proposals to deliver services more effectively from fewer buildings will be discussed by the Corporate Overview and Scrutiny Committee next week.
The plans for some of the council's assets outline how a proposed transformation of the way in which services are delivered will put them at the heart of the borough's communities and make significant savings by no longer having to maintain older buildings which are not fit for purpose.

Shop Safe radio scheme launched in Grays

25 October 2021
A new radio system linking shops in Grays as part of an anti-crime community launched this week.
Shop Safe radios have been handed out to shops, cafes and restaurants in the town centre to help them stay in touch and share information and intelligence to help thwart would-be criminals.

Wetherspoon plans for State Cinema approved

19 July 2021
JD Wetherspoon's planning application to transform The State Cinema has been given the green light.
The iconic Grays building is set to be returned to its former glory after new plans gained approval from Thurrock Council’s Planning Committee last week (Thursday 15 February).
Plans will see the much-loved George Street building fully refurbished and transformed into a public house at the heart of Grays, creating new jobs and boosting the town’s economic recovery.

Multi-million investment for Grays

15 July 2021
The regeneration of Grays has taken another significant step forward after being awarded £19.9million as part of the government's Towns Fund scheme.
Proposals submitted by Grays Towns Fund Board include reconnecting the town with the river, improving the station gateway, and creating a brand new riverfront destination possibly including a maritime activity centre and jetty. Thurrock Council can now begin technical and design work in order to progress these ideas and establish viable business cases.

State back on track as JD Wetherspoon submit new plans

17 May 2021
The State Cinema is back on track to return to its former glory as JD Wetherspoon submits new planning applications.
Thurrock Council welcomes this progress towards the development of a bar in the heart of Grays which will create new jobs and help support Thurrock's economic recovery.
Cllr Mark Coxshall, Cabinet member for regeneration, said: "I am delighted Wetherspoon has now submitted new applications. These have been validated this week and will be going out to public consultation imminently.

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