Conservative Party Chairman Brandon Lewis made a visit to Thurrock and dropped by local builder’s HW Wilson to hear about the issues faced by local businesses. Key concerns were the vandalism and detritus caused by anti-social behaviour and the challenge businesses are facing in finding skilled...
Three new kiosks are available to let in Market Lane, Wickford. They are in addition to the existing kiosks occupied by local businesses, Watson Wigs and Gem’s Tasty Cakes. Cllr Tony Hedley, Chairman of Basildon Council’s Regeneration Committee, said: “We are committed to creating vibrant town...
A new warning banner has been put up outside a Great Bromley school urging drivers to reduce their speed as they pass. The 20 is Plenty banner encourages motorists to adopt a 20mph speed as they pass St George’s Primary School, rather than the 30mph limit...
Expressions of interest are being invited for 10 new homes available for shared ownership in Basildon. The two four-bed and eight two-bed homes, developed by Redrow for Sempra Homes, are being earmarked for borough residents and key workers like teachers, ambulance workers, fire fighters, nurses and...
Stephen Metcalfe, Member of Parliament for South Basildon and East Thurrock, has today expressed his anger at the way Smart Parking UK are operating the Westgate Carpark in Basildon and raised the issue on the floor of the House of Commons. During Business, Environment and Industrial...
Tendring District Council (TDC) is working with lifesaving agencies to look at ways of improving beach safety along its coastline. A meeting of TDC’s Cabinet heard today (Friday, October 12) how the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, RNLI, the emergency services and others were working with the...
RSPB Rainham Marshes nature reserve is an oasis for all kinds of wildlife – birds, dragonflies, water voles and more. To ensure this haven is protected for generations to enjoy, Civil and Environmental engineering company, Land & Water, has gained consent for developing a Habitat Creation...
There is still time to get your nominations in for the Basildon Borough Volunteer Awards that recognise community heroes who go above and beyond to improve our borough as the deadline has been extended until Friday 12 October. Do you know a borough resident who gives...
Rt Hon Robert Halfon MP, Chair of the Education Committee and MP for Harlow has weighed in on the Education Committee’s report on apprenticeships saying "there is not enough high-quality apprenticeship training" A report by the committee released today stated that too many apprentices are not...
Residents are being urged to share their views on how Basildon Council should maintain Council Tax support in 2019/20. Currently, working-age applicants can receive a maximum reduction of 75% of their total Council Tax bill. Pensioners are protected from support restrictions, meaning they are eligible to...
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