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Cycling offers a range of benefits, from helping the environment by reducing the number of cars on the road to improving the health and wellbeing of the riders.

While cycling can make people happier, healthier, greener, and more connected to their community, some residents may face barriers to getting started. Thurrock Council offers several initiatives to support residents in gaining the confidence they need to start riding.

A special awards ceremony celebrated the achievements of young people living in care in Thurrock.

Cllr Kairen Raper, Mayor of Thurrock, attended the heartwarming ceremony on Friday 31 May at Orsett Hall, presenting awards to all nominated children in care.

The event was made possible through the generous support and funding from four local businesses:

General election nominations have officially closed and the names of all candidates standing to serve the Thurrock constituency and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency on Thursday 4 July have been released.

For details of candidates standing in both constituencies, go to www.thurrock.gov.uk/elections

Volunteering is a rich and rewarding way to contribute to the community. Many volunteering opportunities offer the chance to improve the environment and support locals, making their lives a little easier in the process.

It also comes with a range of personal benefits such as making new friends, developing skills and building confidence. Whether you are looking to develop professionally or simply give back, volunteering is a fulfilling option to explore.

A series of events took place across the borough as Thurrock commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday 6 June.

Cllr Kairen Raper, the Mayor of Thurrock, was joined by veterans – many of whom fought in World War II, as she raised a commemorative flag at the Civic Offices in New Road, Grays.

Volunteers' Week celebrates the amazing contributions volunteers make to communities across the UK.

The celebration starts on the first Monday in June every year. It's a chance to recognise, celebrate and thank the UK's incredible volunteers for all they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector and society as a whole.

This year we met with some of our incredible volunteers in Thurrock. They shared their stories, telling us why they volunteer and what it is about being a volunteer that makes them feel such a sense of pride and purpose.

Thurrock Council has received the writs from His Majesty King Charles III officially declaring that elections for Members of Parliament will take place in the Thurrock constituency and the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency on Thursday 4 July 2024.

Notices of Election for each constituency have been published and candidates have until 4pm, Friday 7 June 2024 to submit their nomination papers to Thurrock Council.

Work is taking place to make sure grass is cut in the borough's cemeteries.

Teams have been out cutting grass using a new system of working that will provide a more consistent service.

Operational issues and equipment breakdowns have hampered work over the last few weeks, which has seen grass becoming overgrown in cemeteries. These have now been resolved, so a more reliable service will make sure our cemeteries look neat and tidy.

Ramblers can now enjoy an improved path on the scenic walk along the coastal path from historic Coalhouse Fort in East Tilbury to Stanford-le-Hope.

Thanks to funding and support from Historic England and Natural England, much-needed improvements have been made to the path after a fire in August 2022 destroyed acres of natural habitat.

Improvements on the route include resurfacing the previously worn-down pathway and installing new fencing to protect surrounding wildlife.

Thurrock Council's Trading Standards team has secured a closure notice against a Grays vape shop that was selling illegal vapes, and potentially selling vapes to underage customers.

Southend Magistrates granted the closure notice against Cloud City Vapes, Clarence Road, Grays, during a hearing on 24 May 2024.