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Feedback given on initial plans for Local Government Reorganisation in Greater Essex

8 May 2025

On Friday 21 March, all other 15 councils across Greater Essex, including Thurrock Council, joined the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner in submitting an initial interim plan for Local Government Reorganisation. 

On Wednesday 7 May, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) provided feedback on our joint submission. This feedback has been provided in the form of a letter to the Chief Executives of all 15 councils and the Office of the Police Fire and Crime Commissioner. This was followed by a verbal briefing. 

You can view the joint submission and MHCLG's feedback below.