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Thurrock Council is proud celebrate Refugee Week, the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity, and resilience of refugees and those seeking sanctuary.

As a council and community, Thurrock has united to play an essential role in providing resettlement support to over 300 Ukrainians and Afghans under the following government schemes:

The application period for a postal vote in the 2024 General Election has now closed (5pm, Wednesday 19 June). If you have applied in time, you will receive a postal vote ballot pack. This will tell you how to vote by post, along with the date and time by which we need to receive your completed pack.

Loneliness is a normal human emotion but it can often feel overwhelming and out of our control. When loneliness is severe or lasts a long time, it can have a negative impact on our health and well-being.

Loneliness is far more common than many people may think. In fact, 45% of adults in England feel occasionally, sometimes, or often lonely.

Fortunately, there are several places to visit that may help residents in Thurrock to overcome loneliness and make new connections.

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:

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.

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

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.