Are you aged 56-74 and registered with a GP in England?

The NHS will have sent you a bowel cancer testing kit. An early diagnosis of bowel cancer can save lives.

For more on how to complete your kit, visit Bowel cancer screening: orlo.uk/bowel-cancer_T…

A13 Eastbound - slow moving traffic between the Stifford Interchnage (A1012) and Stanford Le Hope (A1014)

⚠️ There are currently 2-way temporary traffic lights approximately 300m north west from the Stoneness Lane roundabout.

Emergency gas works are being carried out by Cadent to repair a gas escape. The works are expected to be completed by 30 April 2024.

Today is St George's Day, a celebration of the patron saint of England.

We wish you a happy St George's Day!

📣 On Thursday 2 May, the local elections take place.

You need photo ID to vote at a polling station.

➡️ To check the accepted forms of ID, visit: orlo.uk/photo-id_Xfpys

📣🎨 Calling all young artists aged 5-17 years - unleash your creativity and enter Thurrock Museum 's D-Day 80 Art Competition!

The competition closes at 5pm on Thursday 25 April 2024.

➡️ Download your info pack via the QR code or visit: orlo.uk/E0tJT

Your street may have a new bin collection schedule.

Find out when yours take place at orlo.uk/wheeled-bin-co…

To vote in elections in England this May, you will need to show photo ID.

No ID? You can apply for free voter ID now.

To apply, visit: orlo.uk/apply-for-phot…

Your street may have a new bin collection schedule.

Find out when yours take place at orlo.uk/wheeled-bin-co…

📣 Enjoy some outdoor fun for all ages, every Saturday at Grangewaters!

Activities include:

• Sailing ⛵
• Climbing 🧗
• Bush craft 🌿

➡️ To book a session email: [email protected] or call: 01708 855 228

📣🎨 Calling all young artists aged 5-17 years - unleash your creativity and enter Thurrock Museum 's D-Day 80 Art Competition!

The competition closes at 5pm on Thursday 25 April 2024.

➡️ Download your info pack via the QR code or visit: orlo.uk/d-day-80_mGp6G

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

If you’re aged 56-74 and registered with a GP in England, the NHS will have sent you a Bowel Cancer testing kit.

Catching bowel cancer early reduces your chances of getting seriously ill.

🔗 To find out more visit: orlo.uk/bowel-cancer-s…

Don’t carry the worry of cancer with you. If something in your body doesn’t feel right contact your GP.

For more information on cancer signs and symptoms, go to: nhs.uk/cancersymptoms…

Your street may have a new bin collection schedule.

Find out when yours take place at orlo.uk/wheeled-bin-co…

On Thursday 18 April, officers at #LakesideShoppingCentre held a Let's Talk event.
We have in the region of 20+ locations across #Thurrock .

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Your street may have a new bin collection schedule.

Find out when yours take place at orlo.uk/wheeled-bin-co…

If you’re registered to vote you will shortly receive your poll card for the elections on Thursday 2 May.

This will include your designated polling station and details of what photo ID to bring with you on the day.

If you don’t have gas central heating in your home you could get help with:

- Insulation + ventilation
- Heating upgrades + heating controls
- Solar panels (PV) + energy efficient lighting

To check eligibility visit: orlo.uk/HUG-grant_Q06p4 or contact [email protected]

Primary school admissions for September 2024 were announced yesterday, Tuesday 16 April, with more than 97% of children in Thurrock getting a place at one of their top three schools.

For more information on school admissions visit: orlo.uk/primary-school…

Your street may have a new bin collection schedule.

Find out when yours take place at orlo.uk/wheeled-bin-co…