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Thurrock Council launches new WhatsApp channel

10 June 2026

Residents can now receive the latest news and updates from Thurrock Council directly to their phone by following the council’s new WhatsApp channel.

The Thurrock Council WhatsApp channel is a one-way broadcast service, providing residents with key updates, campaign information, events and helpful advice – all in one place. Personal phone numbers and details remain private and are not visible to the council or other followers.

The channel is free to follow, and residents can opt in or out at any time.

Pothole blitz across Thurrock this summer

8 June 2026
Two initiatives will see teams blitzing the borough’s road network to find and repair potholes, with thousands of defects set to be fixed before the cold winter months arrive.

Thurrock Big Lunches are back

5 June 2026
Big Lunches are back this Summer, and they are going to be bigger and better than ever. Entry to the Big Lunches and the majority of activities, like bouncy castles, facepainting and entertainment, remain completely free and families are encouraged to bring along a picnic.

Council urges Government to rethink local government reorganisation

5 June 2026
The Leader of Thurrock Council, Cllr Richard Bingley, has written today to the Secretary of State, for Housing, Communities and Local Government, asking him to free the council from the distraction and cost of reorganisation so it can continue to focus on improvement and economic growth.

A message from the Leader of Thurrock Council

5 June 2026

Dear residents,

I’m delighted to introduce myself as the new Leader of Thurrock Council, Cllr Richard Bingley.

The elections brought a lot of political change in Thurrock, and it’s a real honour to have been chosen to represent residents in my ward, and to lead the council, with the support of my new Cabinet colleagues.

Coalhouse Fort Needs You

3 June 2026

Coalhouse Fort, one of Thurrock’s most important historic landmarks, is looking for volunteers. 

 

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