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.
Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary will be transformed into a giant interactive game for six weeks as residents of all ages are invited to take part in Beat the Street, an innovative, free, and fun challenge that encourages communities to get active by walking, cycling, running, scooting or wheeling.
Thurrock Council marked St George’s Day with a special ceremony outside the Civic Offices in Grays.
The St George's flag flies every day outside the Civic Offices, with a ceremonial flag-raising being held today (Thursday 23 April) to mark the occasion.
The event began with a short prayer led by Revd Dr Kate Carter, followed by a speech from the Mayor of Thurrock, who spoke about pride in both the country and the borough.
The national anthem, God Save The King was then played as the Mayor raised the St George’s flag.
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